Raynauds Syndrome of the Foot

Definition:
"Secondary Raynaud's; Bilateral arterial and arteriolar cyanosis of the fingers due to vasoconstriction of uncertain cause; may be brought on by low temperatures or emotional stress.

Symptoms
  • Nails become brittle with longitudinal ridges
  • Atrophy of the skin, subcutaneous tissues, and muscle
  • Ulceration and ischemic gangrene
  • Pain within the affected extremitie
  • Discoloration (paleness)
  • Sensations of cold and/or numbness
Causes
  • Result of vasospasms that decrease blood supply to the respective regions
  • Connective tissue disorders such as systemic lupus erythematosus
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Anorexia nervosa
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Thoracic outlet syndrome
  • Beta-blockers
  • Jobs involving vibration, particularly drilling, suffer from vibration white finger
  • Physical trauma
  • Lyme Disease
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
Treatment
  • Treat the underlying cause
  • Vasodilators
Raynauds Syndrome of the Foot Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Foot Wedge
  • 3-D Runners Stretch
  • 100s
  • Windshield Wipers
  • Single Leg Balance
  • Toe Yoga
  • Tri Planar Knee To Wall
  • Nose To Wall
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Stationary Bike
  • Contrast Bath

Raynauds Syndrome of the Foot Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Raises
  • Heel Offs
  • Slips Rocker
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Step Downs
  • Backwards Step Ups

Raynauds Syndrome of the Foot Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops