Why Do You Get Gout in Your Big Toe?

Gout is a common and complex form of arthritis that can affect anyone. It’s characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and tenderness in one or more joints, most often in the big toe. An attack of gout can occur suddenly, often waking you up in the middle of the night with the sensation that your big toe is on fire. The affected joint is hot, swollen and so tender that even the weight of the bedsheet on it may seem intolerable. #symptomsofgout #uricacid #rheumatologist #r

🦶 Relief for 2nd Toe Synovitis: The Power of Plantar Flexion Taping 🦶 If you’re dealing with pain from 2nd toe synovitis, plantar flexion taping might be the solution you need! Here’s how it helps: 1️⃣ Reduces Stress on the Joint: By taping the toe in a slightly flexed position, it takes pressure off the 2nd MTP joint, allowing the inflamed area to heal. 2️⃣ Supports Proper Alignment: The tape helps keep the toe in a more natural position, reducing abnormal movements that can worsen the condit

Gouty Arthritis often shows-up in the big toe joint, and it is painful!! There is no cure, but #gout can often be controlled with diet /- medication. How would you describe the #jointpain experienced with gout? #arthritistreatment #healthcare #jointpain | Cory Calendine, M.D.