Painful Big Toe Joint (Hallux Limitus/Rigidus)

The big toe joint (called the metatarsophalangeal joint or MPT joint) is an important joint that needs to be able to bend for the foot to work as efficiently as it should. Sometimes, for a variety of reasons, the joint can become stiff and make walking painful at this area – and sometimes it can become so bad that it results in a complete loss of movement.

Please watch the video below for more information on how to manage the problem

If you do not see any sign of improvement after 6 – 8 weeks of following the advice and exercises in this leaflet, please phone 0141 347 8909 to see a healthcare professional who can assess your foot and potentially recommend further treatment.

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