Trigger toe is an uncommon but increasingly recognized condition affecting the big toe, medically linked to stenosing tenosynovitis of the flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon. While historically associated with ballet dancers, especially those performing en pointe, trigger toe has gained broader attention over the last three years as podiatrists identify it in athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and patients with biomechanical or inflammatory risk factors.

We often hear the myth, “there is nothing that can be done for a broken toe.” The opposite is true! Early treatment requiring proper positioning the toe and taping it correctly, will help prevent future arthritis, pain and possible surgery.

Millions of Americans suffer from ingrown toenails. Sometimes the pain is so severe they find themselves missing work and canceling social activities.

If you suffer with arthritis, you may be accustomed to joints that feel stiff and ache, particularly on damp, cold days. These are the same symptoms you might be experiencing with Hallux Rigidus, a degenerative arthritic condition that affects the joint at the base of your big toe.