Exercises can help witharthritisin the big toe because they increase range of motion and strength.
Mobility here is essential formaintaining a normal walking pattern, or gait.
The end goal is being able to stretch your big toe at a 90-degree angle toward your ankle.
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Achieving this may take several days or weeks of exercise.
Marble Pickup
This strengthening exercise can also be done with small household items such as dice.
Toe Salutes
This is another great stretch that builds strength.
Toe Squeezing
Toe squeezing targets the muscles within your foot and strengthens them.
Resisted Toe Flexion
This strengthening exercise may require some mobility work before attempting.
If you find this exercise too easy with a light-resistance band, trade up for a higher-resistance option.
It can even help relieve some of your pain.
Its better to start slowly rather than try everything at once and risk injury or making your condition worse.
If you have any concerns, talk to your healthcare provider or physiotherapist.
They will be able to suggest different kinds of exercises or modify them to fit your needs.
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