How to treat arthritis in toes?

Question

My mother, who is quite old, is suffering from severe pain and swelling in her toes because of arthritis. Walking has become very difficult for her. What's the best way to treat arthritis in toes for elderly people?

Meera Krishnan · Accepted Answer

You can try soaking your feet in warm water with Epsom salt to ease the toe stiffness naturally. However, if your toes are very red, hot to touch, or if walking is becoming impossible, please see a doctor. It could be gout or a joint infection which needs proper medicine.

Alok Mishra · Answer

I understand how painful and annoying toe arthritis can be. Try to keep your feet warm and rested as much as possible, and wear comfortable, soft footwear today.

Ritesh Aggarwal · Answer

Instead of buying expensive custom orthopedic shoes right away, look for simple gel toe separators online which are very cheap and relieve pressure. Also, if you need a uric acid blood test, ask your local lab if they have any health package discount to save on costs.

Siddharth Malhotra · Answer

Focusing on foot mobility helps keep toe stiffness away. I like to do light toe-spreading exercises and roll my foot over a lacrosse ball or a frozen water bottle for a few minutes daily. Eating clean and cutting down processed sugar also keeps joint inflammation down.

Kavita Rao · Answer

I can only speak from my own experience with stiff toes. Swapping my narrow-front sandals for wide, cushioned running shoes made the biggest difference in my daily comfort. I also apply a mild herbal pain balm before sleeping.

Nidhi Sharma · Answer

My second toe has been aching and feeling so stiff in the mornings lately, and I'm really worried if it's early arthritis. Does anyone else get this sharp pain when walking in flats? Should I go straight to an orthopedist or wait for a few days?

How to treat arthritis in toes?

6 answers

Consult a rheumatologist

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