Arthritis in my ankle joint

[Jdsk]

I don't have arthritis in my ankle, but have been diagnosed earlier this year with severe osteoarthritis in my toes on one foot (and I suspect now have it in both feet). I've found cycling is a bit painful (I haven't done any long distances) but far easier than walking, which can be very painful after short distances.

Have you experimented with stiffer soles in the cycling shoes? They might decrease movement in the joints of the forefoot and that might decrease pain.

Jonathan