Question 1

hallux rigidus. is it bad?

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Painful: It is a painful condition at the first m-p joint. This condition may respond to conservative care or require surgery.

Question 2

is hallux rigidus hereditary?

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In part. : Hallux rigidus is not clearly hereditary but there is probably some component that predisposes some to this problem. However, the major determinants are previous trauma to the joint and repetitive injury that accumulates over time.

Question 3

is hallux rigidus always painful?

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Not always. : Hallux rigidity is usually painful because it is really arthritis of the great toe joint. However, just because the x-rays look ugly doesn't mean it is always painful. For some, the joint may stiffen so much that the pain subsides. But for most it is a painful condition.

Question 4

how to tell if i have hallux rigidus?

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Bend it...: Bend the big to upwards toward your leg.  You should have about 65 degrees of upward motion, it not, it can be hallux limitus (or rigidus).  See a podiatrist for an x-ray and an exam to find out for sure. Then you will also receive a number of treatment options.

Question 5

hallux rigidus at 18. can this happen?

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Possibly: Was there an old stubbing injury?  If there was any trauma to the great toe joint an arthritic condition can develop. In general it is not common in younger people.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of hallux rigidus?

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Pain big toe joint: Lack of motion at the big toe joint. Pain in the joint. At times there is swelling depending on the amount of walking and shoes worn. Arthritic changes occur at that joint which also causes you to change the way you walk.

Question 7

hallux rigidus. is it condition of young people?

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Not usually: Hallux rigidus is osteoarthritis(oa) of the 1st metatarsophalangeal joint of the foot.  As it progresses, bone spurs form and the joint becomes very stiff.  Hence, you need oa to have hallux rigidus.  You get early oa from heredity or trauma to the joint.  Unless you have one of these, then it is very unlikely to get hallux rigidus.

Question 8

i think i have hallux rigidus at 18. is it possible?

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Rare but could: Happen if you injury to the joint causing sevsr arthitis.Thanks.

Question 9

what is hallux rigidus and how do you know you are getting it?

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Arthritis in big toe: Hallux rigidus is arthritis (loss of cartilage) in the big toe (mtp) joint.  It has a variety of causes including post traumatic, mechanical overload and idiopathic.  It is manifest by pain, stiffness, and often "fullness" about the joint. Plain x-rays are usually sufficient to confirm the diagnosis.  Orthopaedic foot and ankle specialists are optimal sources to diagnose and treat this problem.

Question 10

what is the treatment for hallux rigidus?

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A couple: Orthotics may be able to help, but surgery may be needed.

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