Hallux rigidus

Hallux rigidus refers to the big toe joint stiffened by arthritic changes.

The stiffening prevents normal Abrollbelastung of the foot. One way to help make this shoe modifications dar. The shoe sole in the forefoot in the manner of a blotter is ( blotter ) transformed ( technical terms: " front roll ", " Vorfußrolle "). The rolling movement then runs only over the shoe, not over the big toe.

The diagnosis must be made by clinical examination: the basal joint of the big toe is painful restricted in mobility. Occasionally there are also signs of inflammation include redness, swelling and heat. In the X-ray image ( right) there is a narrowing of the joint space - to the point of collapse. Cause abrasion of the cartilage. Further, outgrowths found on the articular surfaces.

There are also some surgical procedures, in order to allow normal walking again. The use of stents has not been able to establish lack of success.