Hallux Rigidus Medically, the big toe is

referred as the hallux.  Hallux limitus is a

progressive arthritic condition that limits the motion and function of the hallux.

Hallux limitus affects the dorsiflexion (upward) motion, and over time, the condition can worsen and lead to the condition hallux rigidus, or no motion of the big-toe joint at all.

Causes (Etiology) a repetitive stress on the big toe. Abnormal muscle imbalance in the foot. Presence of flat feet. Inflammatory or autoimmune disorder (such as

rheumatoid arthritis) Degenerative joint disease (osteoarthritis) Gout: a medical condition caused by high level of uric

acid in blood. In some cases this condition is genetic.

Signs and Symptoms.

•Pain and stiffness when moving your big toe.•Pain in your affected area when walking, running, or squatting.•Swelling and inflammation in or near your first MTP joint.•Limping.•Increased pain and stiffness in cold temperatures•Difficulty wearing shoes, especially high heels, due to increased pressure on the joint.•Decreased range of motion of big toe.

1. Hallux rigidus is a form of arthritis.a) True …b) False  2. Although men and women can both develop Hallux Rigidus, adult males between the ages of 30-60 years old have the high rate of occurrence.c) True..d) False

3. Which of the following are common risk factors of Hallux Rigidus?e) Previous injury in big toef) Participating in sports activitiesg) Gouth) Presence of flatfeeti) All of the above…

 

 

 4. Which of the following are possible causes of Hallux Rigidus?a)Family history of hallux rigidusb)Muscle imbalance in the footc) An inflammatory or autoimmune disorder, such as Rheumatoid Arthritis.d)All of the above…

 5. What may not be a sign or symptom of Hallux Rigidus?e)Difficulty in bending the big toe.f) Decreased range of motion of the big toe.g)Noticeable cyst on the big toe……h)Swelling and inflammation in the first metatarsophalangeal joint

 6. People who develop Hallux Rigidus may begin to experience severe pain, while performing what daily activities?

a) Walking

b) Climbing

c) Standing

d) All of the above

 

1. Which of the following is a possible complication of Hallux Rigidus?

a) Fracture of the big toe

b) Fibrosis, due to severe degenerative arthritis….

c) Fracture of the big toe and fibrosis.

d) There are no complications associated with hallux rigidus.

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