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I have a hammer toe second left toe is that to do with RA?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Australia East Gippsland Victoria

I was on this site ages ago ,and it was thanks to being here that i got on Humera which has changed my life for the better ,thank you

January 28
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A myRAteam Member

You know I don’t know I’ve had the aggressive form of ra for five years but when I went and seen my doctor for a foot issue a few years ago, my second toe or I say the one next to the big toe was a hammer toe and he told me that was from improper shoes. I had bought these LA gear shoes that I felt like my foot was really supportive in there and he said that toolbox was actually squeezing my foot and making it too small.

January 31
A myRAteam Member

I’m seeing my Rheumatologist in March so I’ll ask him about hammer toe as it’s starting on the other foot

January 29
myRAteam

Is hammertoe related to RA?

Yes, hammertoe can definitely be related to rheumatoid arthritis. RA commonly affects the small joints of the feet, and weak ligaments from the disease can cause changes in toe shape, including hammertoe (sometimes called claw toe).

The feet are actually one of the first areas affected by RA in Show Full Answer

Is hammertoe related to RA?

Yes, hammertoe can definitely be related to rheumatoid arthritis. RA commonly affects the small joints of the feet, and weak ligaments from the disease can cause changes in toe shape, including hammertoe (sometimes called claw toe).

The feet are actually one of the first areas affected by RA in about 20 percent of people with the condition. When RA strikes the toes, it can cause several deformities including:

- Hammertoes or claw toes
- Bunions
- Dislocated toe joints
- Pain in the ball of the foot

The second toe is particularly vulnerable to these changes. As RA progresses, the inflammation and joint damage can weaken the ligaments that hold your toes in their normal position, causing them to bend and curl under the foot.

It's wonderful to hear that Humira has made such a positive difference for you! That's exactly what disease-modifying treatments are meant to do. However, it's worth mentioning that joint changes that have already occurred in RA are typically irreversible, even with effective treatment.

If your hammertoe is causing discomfort or affecting your mobility, talk with your rheumatologist about management options.

January 28

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