Swollen big toe/running

[cb4409]

Hi, I don't usually post over here but have a question for you... I've recently been getting back into running and over the past few weeks my big toes have been swollen and tender around the nail bed. The nail itself doesn't hurt at all, just more the area around at the base. Also only my big toe nails have stopped growing. Has anyone experienced this? I assumed it was from running but I've taken a bit of a break and it's not getting better, im starting to wonder if I need to see a doctor. Any thoughts or suggestions are appreciated!

[sadlebred]

How old are your shoes? Have you been fitted for shoes at your local running store?

[cb4409]

They are about 2 months old.. No I haven't been fitted, just bought some comfy nikes. I'm only running 3-5 miles tops right now.

[runaways]

It sounds kind of like your shoes are too small and your toes are banging up on the ends when you run. Hard to say though. I'd do like sadlebred says if you keep having problems, and go to a local running store that may watch you run and try to figure out some good options for you.

[cb4409]

But do you think the nail itself would be sore if that was the case?

[cb4409]

Ok, that sounds like a good place to start.. Thank you!