Growth of bursa in big toe?

Hallux Rigidus (Big Toe Arthritis)

Hallux Rigidus is a common form of arthritis that affects the big toe. Normally, the big toe, like other joints in the body, is able to bend and straighten when you walk. In hallux rigidus, the joint at the base of the big toe becomes stiff, swollen and painful. This stiffness makes it difficult to bend or straighten the joint. Walking, running, or even wiggling your toes can cause pain.

Symptoms

• Pain in the big toe, especially when exercising, running or walking

• Swelling and warmth in the big toe

• Limited movement of the big toe

• Difficulty walking and running

• A hard bump, or bone spur, on the top of the big toe

Treatment

In the early stages of hallux rigidus, non-surgical treatment may help reduce pain and maintain joint movement. Treatment may include:

• Rest

• Ice

• Over the counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen (Advil) and naproxen (Aleve)

• Physical therapy to improve flexibility, range of motion, and strength

• Custom-molded shoe inserts or orthotics

• Rocker-bottom shoes specially designed to reduce the pressure on the big toe during walking

Surgical treatment

If conservative treatments fail, your doctor may recommend surgical treatment such as:

• Cheilectomy – Partial removal of the bone located on the top of the toe.

• Arthroplasty – Partial or total joint replacement using a synthetic implant.

• Fusion – The bones of the affected joint are permanently fused together to eliminate pain and restore normal structure and function.