Yorkshire Foot Hospital

Part of the Lawrence Clinic Group

4-6 Greenside, Pudsey, Leeds LS28 8PU

Call: 0113 2900 310

Arthritis in the Toes

Do You Have Toe Pain That Could Be Arthritis?

Arthritis often affects the toes, particularly the big toe. It can occur when the cartilage in the joints wears down, leading to inflammation, stiffness, and persistent aching. Common symptoms include general discomfort in the toes or specific pain in the big toe joint.

If you’re experiencing ongoing toe pain and are unsure whether arthritis is the cause, we recommend booking a consultation with Mr Steve Finney. He will carry out a thorough assessment to identify the cause of your symptoms and advise on the most appropriate treatment options.

Symptoms of Arthritis to Watch Out for Include:

  • Pain between the toes
  • Stiffness
  • Swelling
  • Clicking and popping noises
  • A change in appearance
  • Heat from inflammation.

Halix Rigidus: Arthritis of the Big Toe

Arthritis of the big toe can occur from injury in the past or another medical condition. Sometimes Halux Rigidus – big toe pain – can be caused by an infection of the joint or gout.

How The Yorkshire Foot Hospital Can help

Orthotics may help this condition, or a steroid injection into the joint under a local anaesthetic.

If none of the above treatments are working an operation may be helpful in this condition.

  • The surgical podiatry service at The Lawrence Clinic is regulated by The Care Quality Commission (CQC). The CQC can be contacted by calling 03000 616161 or by writing to: CQC National Correspondence, Citygate, Gallowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4PA

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