Hallux Limitus, Dallas
Hallux Limitus, Dallas literally
means stiff big toe joint. It is a condition that is characterized by a
decreased range of motion and pain at the big toe joint.
Symptoms of Hallux Limitus, Dallas
- Pain at the big toe joint,
made worse by athletic activity or walking
- A
bony enlargement or bump at the top of the big toe joint
- Decreased
range of motion of the big toe joint — seen as an inability to flex the
big toe about 65 degrees upward while standing
- Bone spurs and
joint space narrowing at the big toe joint, seen on X-ray
- A callus on
the side of the big toe2
- Lower
back pain
Treatment of Hallux Limitus, Dallas
These include:
- 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
These include:
- 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.
- 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 or hallux rigidus increases your risk for developing it. This may come
from inheriting a foot abnormality or way of walking.
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