Many of the following signs and symptoms are associated with Hallux Limitus and Rigidus:

• Pain and stiffness when moving your big toe
• Pain and stiffness brought on by cold, damp weather
• Swelling and inflammation in or near your 1st MTP joint
• Limping
• Pain in your other lower extremity joints as well as your low back

Conservative treatments can help to reduce symptoms and maintain or increase the range of motion available at the 1st MTP. Treatments include;

• Aligning the big toe with a toe-spacer like Correct Toes
• Naturally shaped footwear to help the big toe function and move within anatomic alignment relative to the 1st
• Daily stretches, such as the toe extensor stretch and bunion stretch.
• Topical pain relievers: Natural pain relievers may help reduce swelling, pain, and inflammation.

Avoiding any stretch or motion that lifts the toes into dorsiflexion. (ex. lunges, squats, and certain yoga positions)