Understanding Stiffness in the Big Toe: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Understanding Stiffness in the Big Toe: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Foot conditions can manifest in a variety of ways, and stiffness in the big toe is something that seems minor but shouldn’t be ignored! Since it impacts daily mobility, addressing the root cause is key. Below, the team at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center delves into big toe stiffness to help you learn about potential…

Bunion Blunders: What Bunions Can Be Mistaken for and How to Tell the Difference

Bunion Blunders: What Bunions Can Be Mistaken for and How to Tell the Difference

With the sheer number of foot-related ailments out there, it’s no wonder that it can be hard to decipher exactly which one you’re experiencing. Bunions, those bony bumps that form at the base of the big toe, are common foot conditions that can cause discomfort and impact daily activities. However, these pesky protrusions are not…

10 Fascinating Foot Facts

10 Fascinating Foot Facts

Our feet are much more than just a mode of transportation. There are some pretty fascinating feet facts and stats out there, due to the complex and unique network that comprises them. Clifton Foot & Ankle Center wants you to better understand your feet so you’re not only able to win at trivia if these…

7 Essential Questions to Ask about Bunion Surgery

7 Essential Questions to Ask about Bunion Surgery

It’s happened: after months, perhaps even years, of weighing the pros and cons, you’ve decided to go ahead with bunion surgery. Your bunion has progressed to the point where conservative treatments are no longer effective. The pain is more or less constant, preventing you from staying active, going shopping, playing with your grandchildren. Our expert…

What Causes a Gout Attack?

What Causes a Gout Attack?

When your big toe suddenly swells up, turns red, and hurts like the devil, get ready to say “hello” to gout. Gout is the most likely culprit when pain and throbbing come on suddenly and very painfully. It boils down to too much uric acid. A gout attack happens when you have too much uric…

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