{"id":151,"date":"2024-03-19T15:35:36","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T15:35:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/raymondnash.com\/patient-education\/docs\/podiatry\/foot-problems-65\/deformities-135\/rigid-big-toe-hallux-rigidus\/"},"modified":"2024-03-19T15:40:29","modified_gmt":"2024-03-19T15:40:29","slug":"rigid-big-toe-hallux-rigidus-151","status":"publish","type":"docs","link":"https:\/\/www.raymondnash.com\/patient-education\/?docs=podiatry\/foot-problems-65\/deformities-135\/rigid-big-toe-hallux-rigidus-151","title":{"rendered":"Rigid big toe (Hallux Rigidus)"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hallux rigidus is a disorder of the joint located at the base of the big toe. It causes pain and stiffness in the joint, and with time it gets increasingly harder to bend the toe. \u201cHallux\u201d refers to the big toe, while \u201crigidus\u201d indicates that the toe is rigid and cannot move. Hallux rigidus is actually a form of degenerative arthritis<\/strong><\/p>\n

Causes<\/h2>\n

Common causes of\u00a0hallux rigidus<\/em>\u00a0are faulty biomechanics and structural abnormalities of the foot that can lead to osteoarthritis in the big toe joint. This type of arthritis \u2013 the kind that results from \u201cwear and tear\u201d \u2013 often develops in people who have defects that change the way their foot and big toe functions. For example, those with fallen arches or excessive pronation (rolling in) of the ankles are susceptible to developing\u00a0hallux rigidus<\/em>. In some people,\u00a0hallux rigidus<\/em>\u00a0runs in the family, while in other cases, it is associated with overuse \u2013 especially among people engaged in activities or jobs that increase the stress on the big toe, such as workers who often have to stoop or squat.\u00a0Hallux rigidus<\/em>\u00a0can also result from an injury, such as stubbing your toe. Or it may be caused by inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or gout.<\/p>\n

Treatment<\/h2>\n

In many cases, early treatment may prevent or postpone the need for surgery in the future. Treatment for mild or moderate cases of\u00a0hallux rigidus<\/em>\u00a0may include:<\/p>\n

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  • Shoe modifications.<\/em>\u00a0Shoes with a lot of toe room put less pressure on your toe. Stiff or rocker-bottom soles may also be recommended.<\/li>\n
  • Orthotic devices.<\/em>\u00a0Custom orthotic devices may help.<\/li>\n
  • Medications.<\/em>\u00a0Oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, may reduce pain and inflammation.<\/li>\n
  • Injection therapy.<\/em>\u00a0Injections of corticosteroids may help to reduce inflammation and pain.<\/li>\n
  • Physical therapy.<\/em>\u00a0Ultrasound therapy or other physical therapy treatment may provide temporary relief.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    In some cases, surgery is the only way to eliminate or reduce pain, and the type of surgery required will be determined by a foot specialist.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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