Dislocation or subluxation of the first MPJ or big toe joint will lead to progressive arthritis and crippling pain in due time. I would consider seeing a foot spesensoredt like a podiatrist and have your condition evalutated. I have relocated dislocations in the acute setting, but your condition is a 'few years old', so likealy a joint replacement surgery to restore motion or joint fusion may be needed. I have a nice discussion on joint replacement surgery on our site at :
www.podassociates.net/podassociates_web_032.htm
Good luck
Al Kline DPM
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