Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Coldness in the buttocks and sole after childbirth, feeling knee joint pain in recent years, especially when going downstairs or climbing stairs. This year, elbow joint pain.Doctor's answer:
During the postpartum period, women often suffer from deficiency of qi and blood, making them easily susceptible to cold and dampness. This is especially true for the feet, including the heels. If they get cold, pain may occur in the following days. Postpartum heel pain is a symptom of deficiency, not an injury, nor is it caused by bone spurs. This postpartum condition is primarily due to kidney deficiency, and wearing high heels or going barefoot with slippers or sandals is often a significant contributing factor. It is crucial to pay attention to foot warmth during the postpartum period, wearing socks and shoes that protect the toes and heels. Avoid wearing high heels or hard-soled shoes within the first three months postpartum. When wearing sandals or slippers, it is best to wear socks.