After almost 6 months of pain, Brian finally went to the doctor to check out his ankle AND his toe.
Turns out his really, really, really flat feet are the cause of his ankle pain and he has to get orthotics like an old man. (Anyone remember the quote, "maybe the game has passed me by"?)
Unfortunately, his self-diagnosed turf toe has a much scarier name called hallux limitus. What it really means is that the big toe is limited in motion. Over time, repetitive jamming can lead to toe arthritis. Several things can cause hallux limitus, including impact injuries, elevated first toes, and long first toes (at least I probably won't have to worry about this factor).
Brian's podiatrist said hallux limitus is inoperable, but according to myfootshop.com, it is if it's severe enough. Look at what could become of Brian's foot!
But do you think he's going to hang up his baseball shoes? Yeah right...
2 comments:
Yikes-so there is actually something wrong with his toe-that doesn't sound fun!
Dear Lord, you need to warn those of us with weak stomaches before posting pictures like that!!
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