Hallux
Hallux is the medical term for the big toe. It plays a crucial role in maintaining balance and enabling a person to walk. The hallux is susceptible to various conditions and injuries, including Hallux rigidus, Hallux valgus, and Hallux varus.
Anatomy[edit | edit source]
The hallux is the most medial (innermost) digit of the foot. It consists of two phalanges, the proximal phalanx and the distal phalanx, separated by the interphalangeal joint. The metatarsophalangeal joint connects the proximal phalanx of the hallux to the first metatarsal bone of the foot.
Conditions affecting the Hallux[edit | edit source]
Several conditions can affect the hallux, including:
- Hallux rigidus: This is a form of degenerative arthritis that can cause pain and stiffness in the big toe.
- Hallux valgus: Commonly known as a bunion, this condition occurs when the big toe points towards the other toes on the foot.
- Hallux varus: This is a condition where the big toe deviates medially (towards the midline of the body) away from the second toe.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for conditions affecting the hallux depends on the severity of the condition and the symptoms experienced by the patient. Non-surgical treatments can include pain relief medication, physiotherapy, and wearing specially designed footwear. In severe cases, surgery may be required to correct the alignment of the toe or to replace or remove damaged joints.
See also[edit | edit source]
| Hallux Resources | |
|---|---|
|
 |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
