Big Toe Pain

Many different conditions can cause pain in our big toes. Some of the most common conditions include the following:

• Arthritis: Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation and pain in the joints. It can affect any joint in the body, including the big toe. Arthritis is the most common cause of big toe pain, and symptoms of arthritis include pain, swelling, stiffness, and difficulty moving the joint.
• Bunions: Bunions are a partial dislocation of the joint at the base of the big toe.
• Hallux rigidus: Hallux rigidus is a condition that causes the big toe to become stiff and inflexible. This can cause pain and difficulty moving the toe.
• Gout: Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when uric acid crystals form in the joints. The crystals can cause inflammation and pain in the big toe. Gout symptoms include pain, swelling, redness, and warmth in the joint.
• Bone spurs: Bone spurs are small, bony growths that form on the bones of the foot. They can cause pain and inflammation in the big toe.
• Turf toe: Turf toe is a type of sports injury that affects the big toe. It occurs when the big toe is hyperextended or bent too far backward. This can cause pain, inflammation, and swelling in the big toe.
• Bursitis: Bursitis is a condition that causes inflammation and pain in the bursae, which are tiny fluid-filled sacs that protect and cushion the joints. Bursitis can occur in any joint, including the big toe.
• Ingrown toenails:  Ingrown toenails are a common cause of pain and inflammation in the big toe. They occur when the toenail grows into the skin, causing pain, redness, and swelling.
• Trauma: A trauma, such as a fall or sports injury, can cause pain, inflammation, and stiffness in the big toe.