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    • Hallux rigidus, commonly known as big toe arthritis, is a type of osteoarthritis affecting the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint.
    • This condition can lead to pain, stiffness, and swelling in the big toe, impacting mobility and balance.
    • It often arises from wear and tear or previous injuries, with adults between 30 and 60 years old being the most affected.
    • Diagnosis involves a physical exam and imaging tests, while treatment ranges from nonsurgical methods—like medication and proper footwear—to surgical procedures such as cheilectomy, arthrodesis, or arthroplasty2 3 4 1 5.
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    FootCareMD
    https://www.footcaremd.org/conditions-treatments/toes/big-toe-arthritis-hallux-rigidus
    Big Toe Arthritis (Hallux Rigidus) Symptoms & Causes - FootCareMD
    Hallux rigidus is arthritis of the joint at the base of the big toe. It is the most common arthritic condition of the foot, affecting 1 in 40 people over the age of 50 and typicall…
    clevelandclinic.org
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/14665-hallux-rigidus
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    Hallux Rigidus: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
    Hallux rigidus means “stiff big toe” — the condition’s most common symptom. It causes pain and stiffness in your MTP joint. It’s a form of osteoarthritis (“wear and tear arthritis”…
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    Medical News Today
    https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/big-toe-arthritis-surgery
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    Big toe arthritis: Causes, symptoms, and treatment - Medical News Today
    Hallus rigidus or stiff big toe is when arthritis affects the big toe. It can cause stiffness, pain, numbness, and changes in gait. Treatment options include pain relief medication…
    Verywell Health
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/osteoarthritis-big-toe-5216764
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    Osteoarthritis in Big Toe: Causes, Symptoms, and Pain Relief
    Osteoarthritis of the big toe, also known as hallux rigidus, can cause pain, stiffness, and loss of joint mobility. Prognosis is good if symptoms are treated early. There are numer…
    Healthline
    https://www.healthline.com/health/osteoarthritis/big-toe
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    Osteoarthritis of the Big Toe (Hallux Rigidus) - Healthline
    Learn about symptoms, management, and treatment of hallux rigidus (osteoarthritis of the big toe).
    American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons - AAOS
    https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/stiff-big-toe-hallux-rigidus
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    Hallux Rigidus (Stiff Big Toe) - OrthoInfo - AAOS
    Hallux rigidus (stiff big toe) occurs when the joint at the base of the big toe stiffens. It is the most common arthritic condition in the foot and can make walking painful and dif…
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    What is big toe arthritis?
    “ Arthritis ” is a general term for a group of more than 100 diseases. It causes inflammation (swelling) in and around your joints. Healthcare providers sometimes call hallux rigidus “big toe arthritis.” Hallux rigidus means “stiff big toe” — the condition’s most common symptom. It causes pain and stiffness in your MTP joint.

    Hallux Rigidus: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

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    Can one have arthritis in their toes?

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    Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) · 1 years of exp

    Arthritis in the toe can be manifested in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout. The major cause for the arthritis in toe is inflammation of toe joint or uric acid crystal deposits. Most commonly big toe is affected, but other toes can also be attacked rarely.
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    What causes arthritis in the big toes?
    That wear and tear can lead to cartilage damage and hallux rigidus. Cartilage is a connective tissue that acts as a protective cushion and shock absorber for the joints and bones. Other inflammatory disorders can also lead to arthritis in the toes, especially the big toe.

    Hallux Rigidus (Stiff Big Toe): Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

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    Do you have arthritic pain of the big toe?
    If you are experiencing arthritic pain of the big toe, consult an orthopedic or arthritis specialist to discuss a diagnosis. Though symptoms may be minor, they can lead to severe pain and limited mobility. Several surgical and nonsurgical treatment options are available to provide symptom relief.

    Osteoarthritis in Big Toe: Causes, Symptoms, and Pain Relief

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