Hallux Limitus

Hands holding a foot with a swollen, red bunion on the big toe joint.

Expert Hallux Limitus Solutions

Restore Motion and Relieve Big Toe Joint Stiffness

Hallux limitus is a condition characterized by decreased range of motion in your big toe joint, making it difficult to bend the toe upward during walking. This stiffness occurs due to arthritis or structural abnormalities in the joint, causing pain with each step, difficulty wearing certain shoes, altered gait patterns that can affect your knees and hips, and the formation of bone spurs that further restrict movement and increase discomfort.


We perform detailed biomechanical evaluations and utilize diagnostic imaging to assess the degree of joint damage, measure your toe's range of motion, and identify any contributing factors like foot structure or previous injuries. Our treatment approach includes options from custom orthotics with Morton's extensions and anti-inflammatory medications to joint mobilization therapy, injectable treatments, and surgical procedures such as cheilectomy or joint implants, depending on the severity of your condition.



Our priority is to reduce your pain, maximize the remaining motion in your big toe joint, and improve your walking pattern to prevent compensatory problems elsewhere. By addressing hallux limitus with the appropriate level of intervention, we help you maintain an active lifestyle, avoid the progression to complete joint rigidity (hallux rigidus), and keep you moving comfortably through all the activities that matter to you.

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Ready to take the first step towards healthier, pain-free feet? Contact us to schedule an appointment or to learn more about our foot and ankle services. Our dedicated podiatric team is here to provide personalized care and answer any questions you may have about your lower extremity concerns. Reach out today and let us help you achieve optimal foot health and mobility for an active lifestyle.