Big toe arthritis (often called 'Hallux Rigidus') is a very common cause of big toe pain and swelling.

If you have injured your big toe in the past you are at particular risk of big toe arthritis.

Initially, consulting a podiatrist or having injections into the joint may be helpful.

If your symptoms persist you may wish to be referred to a foot and ankle specialist to discuss other treatments.

These may include a hallux metatarsphalangeal joint cheilectomy (MTPJ cheilectomy), big toe fusion or a Cartiva implant

The right treatment for you will depend on the extent of your arthritis and your individual circumstances.