Question 1

what's the recovery time after hallux rigidus/bone spur surgery?

Accepted Answer

It differs...: Depending on the person and what procedure is done for your correction.  The good thing is that most doctors want you to get up and moving the joint right away after surgery.  There really should be little interruption in your normal activities.  Of course, this is all done within reason - ask your podiatrist for details.

Question 2

what is the recovery time after hallux rigidus/bone spur operations?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the surgery.  Most commonly, the first surgery is a cheilectomy which is shaving of the spur.  This is a "clean up" procedure and there is usually no restrictions in weight bearing.  Most of my patients take about a month to get into reasonable shoes and resume most activities.

Question 3

i'm 7.5 weeks post hallux rigidus and bone spur removal. the tip and underside of big toe is numb and tingles. also my 
big toe now touches the 2nd to?

Accepted Answer

Post op toe surgery: Numbness after toe surgery is not uncommon. However it should get better over time. If the big toe now touches the second, go back to your surgeon and ask him or her to splint the toes.

Question 4

for hallux rigidus, one surgeon said joint replacement, & one, fusion. i'm still mobile & want the less risky  bone spur surgery.  what do you advise?

Accepted Answer

Have it evaluated.: The fusion will limit your mobility of the joint.  The joint replacement will last 10-20 years depending on your weight and level of activity.  One would need to do a thorough history and physical exam and review the x-rays to give you your best options.

Question 5

i'm 7 weeks post hallux rigidus surgery/bone spur removal. having a lot of burning on top of foot along with tightness and deep redness especially at ?

Accepted Answer

Possible nerve issue: If you have had this feeling since the surgery sometimes the nerves in the skin are irritated. If it is new it could indicate infection or scar adhesions. If the redness is spreading out from your incision you should follow up with the surgeon as you may need antibiotics. If the scar is tight and skin is immobile you can do circular massage or use scar creams.

Question 6

foot orthotics for hallux rigidus/ball of foot spurs: can they be made more comfortable without sacrificing durability? is it a necessary tradeoff?

Accepted Answer

Nylon : Yes.  Using 3D printed orthotics made of Nylon substance allows durability, without loss of strength.  It's malleable and able to adjust to the pathology.  Hope this helps.

Question 7

symptoms of bone spur in big toe?

Accepted Answer

Pain: Pain and swelling.

Question 8

i have a bone spur right below my big toe on the side. are bone spurs serious?

Accepted Answer

They could...: If you have an underlying medical condition such as diabetes, poor circulation, or autoimmune disorder.  See a podiatrist if you have one of these conditions.  Bone spurs can cause serious pain, so se what relief options you have available to you.

Question 9

what is the best treatment for bone spur in bottom of big toe?

Accepted Answer

Best??: If you can be comfortable with a change in shoes or a pad - good. If padding or shoe change does not work other conservative measures are not likely to work either. Surgery would then be your best course.

Question 10

pain at the base of my big toe when i bend it, i thought it was just dry skin but i fixed that and still pain.do i have a bone spur or what?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps you : Have pain as a result of having a funtional hallux limitus and so the mpj doesn't flex well and more pressure gets placed on the bottom portion of the toe. That's something i'd look at.

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I'm 7.5 weeks post hallux rigidus and bone spur removal. the tip and underside of big toe is numb and tingles. also my big toe now touches the 2nd to?

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For hallux rigidus, one surgeon said joint replacement, & one, fusion. i'm still mobile & want the less risky bone spur surgery. what do you advise?

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I'm 7 weeks post hallux rigidus surgery/bone spur removal. having a lot of burning on top of foot along with tightness and deep redness especially at ?

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Foot orthotics for hallux rigidus/ball of foot spurs: can they be made more comfortable without sacrificing durability? is it a necessary tradeoff?

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Symptoms of bone spur in big toe?

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I have a bone spur right below my big toe on the side. are bone spurs serious?

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What is the best treatment for bone spur in bottom of big toe?

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Pain at the base of my big toe when i bend it, i thought it was just dry skin but i fixed that and still pain.do i have a bone spur or what?

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