Arthritis in the toes is chronic inflammation of the joints in theforefoot.
This article discusses toe arthritis, its symptoms, and its types and causes.
It also explores diagnosis and treatment options.
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Your symptoms will depend, in part, on the jot down or cause of your toe arthritis.
The first sign of arthritis in the toes is usually stiffness in the joint.
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Rarely is it necessary to immediately jump to surgical correction.
Medications may be taken regularly to prevent and control pain or only when arthritis flares up.
Gout Treatments
Gout is usually treated with a combination of different medications.
These medications include:
Uricosurics may be given to help your kidneys filter uric acid.
Special rocker-bottom soles can be also be attached to shoes and help provide normal movement as you walk.
In addition to losing weight,physical therapyand specific exercises can help with foot pain.
In general, regular moderate exercise helps maintain joint function while reducing pain and fatigue and relieving stiffness.
Walking can be good for toe arthritis, as it can help improve joint mobility.
Talk with your physical therapist to determine what exercise would be best with the least wear and tear.
Causes may include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, injury, or gout.
Lifestyle modifications such as losing weight can also help.
In rare cases, surgery may be necessary.
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