Hallux limitus, Dallas
Hallux
limitus, Dallas is a condition that affects
the hallux, which is the joint where your big toe connects to your foot. It
results in limited movement of this joint.
Symptoms of Hallux limitus, Dallas
- pain, usually at the top of your joint, that worsens
with walking or other activities that bend the joint
- trouble flexing your big toe
- a bony lump on the top if your big toe joint that may
hurt when it rubs against your shoe
- numbness or
tingling, if bone spurs press on nerves
- a callus under the joint caused by increased pressure
Causes of Hallux limitus, Dallas
Unusual foot anatomy.
Some
people are born with an abnormal metatarsal joint or a first metatarsal bone
that’s elevated or too long. This prevents the joint from working properly.
Injury.
Injuries,
such as severely stubbing your toe, toe sprains,
or a broken toe, can damage the joint and contribute to Hallux
limitus, Dallas.
Overuse.
Participating
in activities or occupations that involve repeated pressure on your toes can
lead to damage from overuse.
Incorrect footwear.
Frequently
wearing high heels places additional stress on your toe joint. Wearing shoes
that are too small can also affect the joints.
Family history.
Having
a family member with Hallux limitus, Dallas or hallux rigidus increases your
risk for developing it. This may come from inheriting a foot abnormality or way
of walking.
Arthritic disorders.
Certain
types of arthritis can change your foot’s movement, such as gout, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Treatment of Hallux limitus, Dallas
- wearing shoes that are the right length and width to
not place pressure on your big toe and its joint
- wearing shoes with a rigid sole to reduce bending of
your big toe when walking
- not wearing shoes with heels higher than one inch
- using a soft gel pad, available to purchase in a
variety of forms online, to reduce pressure on the joint
- wearing over-the-counter (OTC) or custom orthotics if
you have flat arches
- taking OTC
anti-inflammatories,
such as ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin), or aspirin
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