Another common condition affecting feet, especially the feet of the older population, is osteoarthritis. If you experience stiffness and pain in the joint, that is an early sign of this condition. Some other foot problems that result from osteoarthritis include bunions and hammertoes. Bunions develop when a significant amount of extra bone accumulates at the base of the big toe. Additionally, it may cause your shoes not to fit well, become painful or gradually destroy the metatarsal joints.
Hammertoes affect the small joints of the toes.
The toes become claw-like, making them more prone to developing corns. If this is combined with diabetes or poor circulation, it makes it easier for repeated trauma or skin breakdown to the area. It could even result in an infection. Rheumatoid arthritis strikes twice as many women as men. This condition affects the whole body but commonly affects the joints and muscles of the whole foot.