How do I stop my big toe from hurting when I run?

How do I stop my big toe from hurting when I run?

Make sure your socks are big enough. Keep your toenails cut short. Buy at least a size up from your regular shoe size. Check to make sure your shoe toe-box area does not have stiff trim or other stiff areas running across the vamp portion of the shoe over affected toes.

How do I strengthen my big toe for running?

Toe extension (good for plantar fascia) Stand with feet together, looking straight ahead. Lift all your toes up as far as you can and back down. Repeat 20-30 times. Toe flexion (good for toe joint) Standing, bend your toes on one foot at a time underneath, apply a little pressure to create more movement.

Do runners get turf toe?

One common running injury often experienced when running is turf toe, also known as “an acute, traumatic bursitis of the first toe-metatarsal joint associated with tendonitis,” attributed to playing on artificial turf.

How do you fix a runner’s toe?

Try wearing socks with plenty of cushion. Keep your toenails trimmed. Try silicone toe pads to relieve pressure. Take NSAIDs like ibuprofen if you have mild pain. Visit your doctor if you’re experiencing more than mild pain.