New research out of Australia suggests that stiff shoe inserts may be helpful for individuals dealing with osteoarthritis of their big toe joint. For the study, researchers divided a group of 100 individuals with osteoarthritis of the big toe into two groups. One group received a stiff carbon fiber shoe insert while the others received […]
Long Term Relief For Big Toe Arthritis
If you’e been following this blog, odds are you’re familiar with the Cartiva implant for treating big toe arthritis. Dr. Silverman was the first to offer the surgery in the area, and he’s considered one of the foremost experts on the implant. One of the biggest reasons why Dr. Silverman is a fan of the […]
5 Common Problems That Affect Your Big Toe
Your big toe is the most commonly injured toe on your foot, and it can be injured in a number of different ways. We see a wide variety of big toe conditions in our line of work, and today, we wanted to share five of the most common conditions we see in our office. Below, […]
Dr. Silverman Discusses The Symptoms Of Big Toe Arthritis
Big toe arthritis, commonly referred to by doctors as hallux ridigus, is a common problem that develops in active individuals as we get older. Due to natural joint degeneration, and brought on by years of stress channeled through your feet, your big toe can lose flexibility and mobility. Not only can this make it difficult […]
The Best Treatment Option For Big Toe Arthritis
Arthritis of the big toe, medically referred to as hallux rigidus, is a very common condition that often effects active and older individuals. There are a couple different ways to treat the condition, but one newer treatment is beginning to stand out from the rest. The treatment technique is called the Cartiva hemi-arthroplasty, and it […]
