Osteoarthritis of the Foot
Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the cartilage that protects and cushions
the joints breaks down over time. Eventually, the bones-formerly separated by
the cartilage-rub against each other. This results in damage to the tissue and
bone and causes painful joint symptoms. Osteoarthritis
is common in the joints of the toes. It is most often found in the joint where
the big toe joins the foot. It is also common in the smaller joints of the
other toes. ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerAnne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerStanford M. Shoor, MD - Rheumatology Current as ofOctober 31, 2016 Current as of:
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Healthwise Staff Medical Review:
Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine & Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Stanford M. Shoor, MD - Rheumatology |
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