Living with Hallux Rigidus

Vix2908

Hi, I'm new to this forum but I just wanted any advice on living with Hallux Rigidus and bunions on my left big toe. I have been suffering for about 5 years now but it has got progressively worse and now I also have nerve damage in my middle toes. I often have shooting sensations up my legs and I am constantly aware of my foot even if I'm resting (if that makes sense!). I have tried medication Naproxen (which I have decided against), insoles (which left me in total agony) and cortisone injections which offer some relief. I have the option of surgery but my consultant is very reluctant because of my age (42, I know it's not young but he feels still too young for surgery). My choice of shoes are very limited, my high heel days are well over!! Anybody else have similar experience or any tips??

Brynmor

Hello @Vix2908 welcome to the Online Community, lovely to have you here.

I understand that you have arthritis within your left foot causing problems and damage in your toes, including locking of the big toe and leg pains.

We have a very useful page of information which mentions your particular conditions and includes suggestions for managing and possible treatments:

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/osteoarthritis-oa-of-the-foot-and-ankle/

This may be of some help with your next consultation with your doctor.

Do let us know what you decide and how you are getting on.

All best wishes

Brynmor

Vix2908

Thank you so much, I'll check it out 😀

Brynmor

Hi @Vix2908

Just a quick reply: there are quite a number of older discussions to be found in the Online Community. I typed "toe" into the search box and got a list that might be worth a look:

https://community.versusarthritis.org/search?Search=toe

I should have thought of that earlier 😃

Brynmor