Toe Pain Treatment in India

Karan Jones, a 42-year-old construction supervisor,...

Karan Jones, a 42-year-old construction supervisor, has always been active and proud of his physical stamina. For the past eight months, he's been plagued by a persistent, sharp pain in his right big toe, especially when pushing off the ground while walking or climbing ladders. The joint became stiff, red, and swollen, making it agony to wear his steel-toe boots. His primary care doctor referred him to an orthopedic specialist. After X-rays confirmed significant joint degeneration and a bone spur, the orthopedist diagnosed hallux rigidus (arthritis of the big toe). He recommended a cheilectomy, a procedure to remove the bone spurs and diseased bone, to relieve pain and improve motion. Karan was anxious about surgery and time off work. The outpatient procedure went smoothly. The initial recovery involved a surgical shoe and diligent icing. After six weeks of physical therapy focused on restoring flexibility, he was back in his boots with dramatically reduced pain and much-improved movement. Emotionally, he transitioned from frustration and fear about his career being impacted to immense relief and regained confidence in his body's ability to heal and perform.