Symptoms of RA in the feet
Symptoms of RA in the feet can vary widely, they include:
- pain or stiffness in the toe joints or in the joints and ligaments throughout the foot
- swelling, especially in one or more toe joints or in your ankles
- persistent aching or soreness in the feet, especially after walking, running, or standing for long periods of time
- abnormal warmth in one or more areas of the foot, even if the rest of the body is relatively cool
Over time, these symptoms can cause severe pain in your foot making it difficult to use.
Long-term symptoms associated with RA in the foot include joint destruction [1]. This is when the bone, cartilage, and other joint tissue break down. This can make your foot joint weaker and very painful making it difficult for you to walk.
With RA you will experience flare-ups, as well as periods where you may have less noticeable symptoms or none at all, known as remission.
As you age, flare-ups may become more severe and periods of remissions shorter, your treatment is given will determine the severity and overall health.