Big Toe Mobility Exercises (Hallux Limitus)

Today's video covers mobility exercises for the big toe and a condition called hallux limitus. Hallux limitus describes a condition in which mobility of the big toe joint (metatarsophalangeal joint) is lost resulting in pain and impaired function. Over time, pain and arthritis can develop in the joint and mobility can become more severely compromised, eventually resulting in a rigid toe joint (hallux rigidus).
Problems typically arise when big toe dorsiflexion is limited (60 degrees is normal), which leads to abnormal foot mechanics during functional tasks, including the gait cycle. As time goes on, individuals with limited toe range of motion may be more prone to developing pain and/or various orthopedic foot conditioning, including bunions
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00:00 Introduction
00:31 Normal Toe Range of Motion
02:23 Passive Range of Motion Stretches
03:51 Functional Dorsiflexion Stretch
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06:24 Active Mobility Exercises

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[@dannyquebral2981]

Thank you for sharing 👍

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[@brianweston2476]

Will definitely start these

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Good work

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[@kimalonzo3363]

Yes, my feet are the most painful part of my body. All shoes hurt me. I have tried toe alignments, copper arch shoe inserts, etc. They are not strong or stable (my feet). I will try these tips. I am on my feet all day. Have you heard of barefoot shoes? Do you think that would be better than something like Skechers or shoes that support your feet?😢

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[@romansokolov4589]

But we should also stretch it in another direction - so both extensors and flexors