Feet with Arthritis

PatriciaClark

My Mum has terrible trouble with her feet. Any advice?

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Poppyjane

Hello @PatriciaClark welcome to the online community

Thank you for the photo of your foot, I can see that it is affected by osteoarthritis which is causing the big toe to be swollen and distorted. We are not able to give medical advice , however your GP or a physiotherapist or podiatrist will be able to assess it and advise you about pain relief and the possible treatments available.

Meanwhile I attach some links which I hope you will find helpful.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/foot-and-ankle-pain/

https://www.versusarthritis.org/news/2023/march/shoes-for-arthritis-tips-on-footwear-and-footcare-if-youre-in-pain/

Some of our members use heat pads that you can warm in a microwave or hot water bottles to help ease pain, or soaking in a bowl of warm water can bring relief. I hope some of these suggestions help , do please get back to us with any more queries.

Best wishes

Poppyjane

PatriciaClark

Thanks for your reply I've had a bunion since I was a teenager and a hammer toe next to it. The others are bent to the ground. I have a swelling below my ankle bone.

PatriciaClark

My Mum also has problems with her hand. Pic attached:

PatriciaClark

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noddingtonpete

Hello @PatriciaClark have a look at the following booklet

osteoarthritis-of-the-hand-and-wrist-information-booklet-2021.pdf

PatriciaClark

Many thanks