February 15th, 2024 | by Kirsten Borrink
...but on top of the toe instead of the side? You may have hallux limitus (or the more drastic hallux rigidus). There are a few causes of this degenerative condition...
June 13th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...it, taking pressure off the forefoot through the stride. One of our Facebook community members said this about her Oofos: “I have Hallux Limitus and these flip flops are fantastic....
February 2nd, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...thick sole, as it prevents the shoe from flexing too much at the forefoot (which is a huge benefit if you suffer from hallux limitus). Little extras enhance the comfort...
July 29th, 2019 | by Kara Miller
...Fasciitis post. Naot also makes their shoes with built-in big toe support. This can be helpful for ladies who are dealing with the stiff painful toes of hallux ridigus/limitus. When...
May 24th, 2022 | by Kara Miller
...So yes, in addition to achy feet, people who have RA may experience other foot problems such as: hallux rigidus. Does it surprise you to learn the base of your...
January 20th, 2024 | by Kirsten Borrink
...to hallux limitus or rigidus, a thick, sturdy outsole without too much flex can help relieve the discomfort. The waterproof Born Cove features a thick rubber outsole and an embedded...
July 8th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
Dansko Racquel sandal Hi everyone! I am a woman in her mid-forties who is as picky about shoes as anyone. I have hallux limitus, which basically means I have to...
January 12th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...to try the L.L. Bean Alpine Hiking Sneaker: “Comfortable out of the box. Met all my hallux limitus needs: Wide toe box, good arch support, stiff sole, rocker action, well-padded....
January 2nd, 2024 | by Kirsten Borrink
...does not flex too much at the forefoot. We’ve talked about this before on here –that if you have hallux rigidus or hallux limitus or anything else that causes pain...
January 20th, 2024 | by Kirsten Borrink
...five. For those of you with hallux rigidus or hallux limitus, you should know that the forefoot sits on a 3/4″ platform of TPR (thermoplastic rubber)–it’s sturdy and thick, not...
April 10th, 2024 | by Kirsten Borrink
...a follower with hallux limitus that needs good metatarsal support. The reviews from problem-footed women over at The Walking Company are stellar also. Available in both quarter strap and ankle...
June 1st, 2022 | by Kirsten Borrink
...have hallux limitus (degenerative arthritis in the big toe joint), and while these are flexible enough in the sole that they won’t be ideal for hiking on rough terrain (I’d...
July 22nd, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...not too flexible (perhaps a good choice for toes with hallux limitus/rigidus?). The slight elevation of the rubber outsole provides more lift than my Birkenstocks–my heels feel protected from hard...
March 2nd, 2022 | by Kirsten Borrink
...height without the uncomfortable feeling of having my toes squished into the toe box. Plus, the thick EVA outsole works well with my hallux limitus (big toe arthritis), protecting my...
July 9th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...over-pronating feet. Flexibility: Obviously this shoe is flexible at the forefoot or it wouldn’t be considered a barefoot/minimalist-type running shoe. However, this feature may aggravate toes with hallux limitus or...
February 5th, 2022 | by Kirsten Borrink
...sandal? The Dansko Sam! If you suffer from hallux limitus (stiff big-toe due to arthritis or injury), a rocker sole is recommended to take the pressure off the forefoot…and the...
August 24th, 2022 | by Kirsten Borrink
...outsole. If I wear a shoe that is too flexible at forefoot, my big toe complains (pesky hallux limitus). The thick outsole provides some protection for the big toe joint...
October 6th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...you have hallux limitus/rigidus, it may be too flexible for you (see photo at right). The heel to toe drop is 8mm. True to size and width. Made in the...
January 7th, 2023 | by Kirsten Borrink
...find it functions like a mild rocker sole, taking pressure off the forefoot. If you have hallux limitus/rigidus, this shoe may work well for you. Overall feel and fit: The...
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