http://www.foothealthfacts.org/footankleinfo/hallux-rigidus.htm)
She was very unhappy because she couldn't wear her high heels, and the GP told her that there was no alternative but to operate on the joint to alleviate the stiffness.
We began the treatment session with 20 minutes acupuncture of the affected joint, followed by gentle manipulation and massage to free up the joint. At the end of the hour the big toe had re-gained almost full movement.
She couldn't believe that we could achieve this kind of success within only 1 hour and was close to tears, in anticipation of being able to wear her heels again.
Always happy to please :)
