Big toe arthritis is one of the more common foot conditions people deal with as they get older, but thankfully we’re getting much better at treating it. However, if you know what causes the condition, you can take steps to prevent it. Today, we take a look at five common causes of big toe arthritis, […]
What Causes Big Toe Joint Arthritis?
Are you dealing with nagging pain in your big toe, or does it seem like your toe joint is starting to bend upwards a little? If this sounds like you, there’s a chance you’re dealing with arthritis of the toe joint. Left untreated, it will become more painful and you’ll lose some range of motion […]
New Option For Big Toe Joint Replacement
In the past, joint replacement surgery of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint has had limited success for a number of reasons. Old methods were unsuccessful because the implant would become loose, wear down, or it didn’t provide sufficient range of motion in the toe. Because of this, many foot surgeons have opted for fusion operations when the joint has […]
