Question 1

what is it like to have a 2nd toe joint fusion?

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It stabilizes: The toe but doesn't allow bending. I can't tell you how it feels as i never had one, i only perform them, i think it's a good procedure when indicated.

Question 2

what can i expect when getting a 2nd toe joint fusion?

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Hammer toe surgery?: For hammer toes, it is a common and a very efficient procedure, leaving the toe straight, but good for walking.

Question 3

is there a difference in a walking boot? i have from an ankle surgery &my doc said i could use it. big toe fusion surgery.it hurts end toe joint

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Yes: With post op immobilization of toe I can't fathom the need to immobilize the ankle your  using the old boot won't hurt you it's the rocker bottom on the boot  that will help . the I just don't see the bed to immobilizing the ankle  we used post op shoes  for foot surgery but both would work

Question 4

what options are there for getting toe joint restoration?

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Usually surgery: Surgery with or without an implant is about the only solutions.

Question 5

why does the inside of my big toe joint itch a lot?

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Fungal infection: Perhaps this is a fungal infection of the toes.  Is the itching worse after wearing socks & shoes for several hours?  Is it worse at the end of the day (assuming you work daytime hours)? Any redness, irritation, peeling skin?  It doesn't have to have a foul odor.  If yes to most of these questions, consider a fungal infection. Try some otc remedies first.  If no improvement, see a podiatrist.

Question 6

for what reasons might the inside of my big toe joint itch?

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Info needed: Have you looked to see if there are any red spots or blister type lesions? Likely athlete foot.

Question 7

i fractured my big toe joint ?

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Yes if : Yur doc is unavailable, an urgent care center or emergency room can help.

Question 8

i have a stiff toe joint and it is not hallux rigidis, what could be the cause?

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If not: Other possible etiologies can include swelling from injury (like jamming a thumb), gout, fracture, arthritis, or infection.  However, the most common cause is still rigidus.  Recommend full evaluation by a podiatrist.

Question 9

pain at the botttom of my foot and on my middle toe joint what could it be?

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Pain at bottom: Of your foot can always be plantar fascitiis, obviously if you were being seen in person we could ask you some follow up questions and exams me you to make sure this is the diagnosis. Unfortunately, "middle toe joint" is not enough of a description to understand what you are asking and needs more specificity. Could be a hammer toe problem, or any numb of other problems. Try and be more specific.

Question 10

what are ways to treat big toe joint that is swollen?

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Get at the cause: See your doctor for an evaluation.  X-rays and/or lab tests may be necessary to diagnose what exactly is going on.  It sounds like arthritis, and there are many different types of arthritis.  If it is at the base of the joint, and there is bump on the side, it could be a bunion.  See your doctor for a more specific answer.

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What is it like to have a 2nd toe joint fusion?

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Is there a difference in a walking boot? i have from an ankle surgery &my doc said i could use it. big toe fusion surgery.it hurts end toe joint

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What options are there for getting toe joint restoration?

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Why does the inside of my big toe joint itch a lot?

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For what reasons might the inside of my big toe joint itch?

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I fractured my big toe joint ?

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I have a stiff toe joint and it is not hallux rigidis, what could be the cause?

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Pain at the botttom of my foot and on my middle toe joint what could it be?

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What are ways to treat big toe joint that is swollen?

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