The big toe on Pattie Bostick-Winn's right foot was excruciatingly painful, likely the result of her 10 years as a professional dancer in Broadway-style shows. Often, she had to wear heels on the ...

Osteoarthritis may also affect the joint of the big toe, causing tenderness, aches, and pain. Treatment options include home remedies, pain relief medications, and surgery. Osteoarthritis typically ...

Psoriatic arthritis happens when your immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells in your body. (About 1.5 million 2 people in America have psoriatic arthritis.) If you are trying to determine ...

ARTHRITIS - has a tender toe piqued your concern? The painful condition can come on abruptly, so if you're wondering if you may have the joint disorder, continue to read on. Arthritis is an ...

Hallux rigidus, also known as big toe arthritis, is the most common arthritis found in the foot. In fact, it’s so common that it’s likely either you or someone you know will suffer from this type of ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’ve been told I have arthritis at the base of my big toe. Can this problem be helped? Yes. Arthritis of the great toe is called hallux rigidus, which means a stiff great toe. The ...

Most people don’t give a thought to the function of their toes until they suddenly find themselves unable to walk properly or wear their favorite high heels. Gradual restriction of this type of ...

People who have the skin condition psoriasis – even if it's very mild – might be at risk of developing psoriatic arthritis. What are the symptoms of this joint disease? And what can be done about it?

For over a decade, Ruth has written for multiple outlets providing patient education, including Health. She has written for health student education companies, collaborating on an anatomy textbook ...

Cheilectomy is a procedure in which your surgeon removes extra bone on the tip of a joint in your foot called your first MTP joint. It can be done through a small incision or an even less invasive ...