Doctors are identifying a possible new symptom of COVID-19. They are noticing that toes get swollen, discolored, hot and/or painful; the symptom being exhibited more in kids and young adults, even when they are not showing other symptoms. The symptoms resemble that of frostbitten toes.
As of yet, the cause is unknown; however, theories abound:
- Indication of systemic inflammation in the body
- Development of vasculitis, an inflammation of the wall of the veins.
- Possible blood clot.
When reflexologists and massage therapists return to work, it would be prudent to visually check the appearance of your clients’ toes and determine if touch to them elicits pain. The fact that the condition creates pain on touch and that there is a possibility of a blood clot constitutes a contraindication to offering foot reflexology.
Here are a couple of articles on the subject, if you wish to read more. Please keep in mind that these symptoms can occur for reasons unrelated to the coronavirus. No conclusive studies have been completed.
ESTAS CONCLUSIONES SE ASEMEJAN A LAS DIFUNDIDA POR LA UNION DE PODOLOGOS DE ESPAÑA Y SERIA BUENO VER EL PROTOCOLO CONTRA EL COVID PUBLICADO POR EL DR. JESUS MANZANARES.
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