Toe other orthopedic problems. Morton's neuroma commonly results in pain and numbness between the third and fourth toes of the sufferer, due to it affecting the nerve between the third and fourth metatarsal bones. The big toe is also the most common locus of ingrown nails and the proximal phalanx joint of the hallux is the most common locus for gout attacks. Deformities of the foot include hammer toe, trigger toe, and claw toe. Hammer toe can be described as an abnormal contraction or “buckling” of a toe. This is done by a partial or complete dislocation of one of the
Arthritis Care four national offices (in Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and England). All activities are coordinated by an office in London. Arthritis Care's CEO is Judi Rhys. Arthur Mainwaring Bowen - Founder Arthur Mainwaring Bowen founded the British Rheumatic Association (BRA) in 1947 at the age of 25. It would later be renamed Arthritis Care in 1980. Bowen’s awareness of the needs of people with arthritis began when, at the age of 19, he was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis (inflammatory arthritis, primarily affecting the spine). Meeting other young people with arthritis, during long stays in hospital, opened Bowen’s eyes to the isolation