Just found NRAS foot health section - should have looked there first.

Still appreciate advice though.

Thanks Gogs

I guessed it was RA and having read the info on here I now know I have to talk about the little callouses or verrucae I have on my feet.

It's trying to walk without moving the toes that's tricky isn't it. Or when the ankles feel as if they've been kicked. Luckily I don't tend to swell, would be a terror as I have wide feet as it is.

Hope your feet continue to ease up.

Angie

Hi Angie,

I have foot problems too, in that my toes have started to "wander," and are causing swellings which can turn into corns, if not treated. My GP referred me for free podiatry care, and initially I was going about every 8 - 10 weeks, but since my toe problems have worsened I`m now seen every 4 weeks, so that if I need a dressing or two, it can be done. My podiatrist is extremely "clued-up" on RA, so I am very lucky, as it`s a case of managing the problem until I eventually have foot surgery.

It might be worth seeing if your GP will refer you.

Kathleen x

Can you ask to see a specialist rheumatology podiatrist? Not sure if this is available at your hospital. Mine did wonders for my foot problems. He gave me advice about footwear that I had no idea about and he made me some insoles and a splint. This intervention has helped enormously. It's a very specialist area and he knew exactly what the problems were by examining my feet and Xrays and the way I walked and stood. Hope this helps xx