about Bunions
What is a Bunion?
A bunion is an enlargement of bone at the base of the big toe. It can occur on one or both feet. The big toe becomes deviated towards the second toe—this is called “Hallux Valgus.”
The problem is progressive and can cause hammer toes and pain in the ball of the foot.
This term describes the position of the big toe in relationship to the midline of the foot. The problem is progressive and can cause hammer toes and pain in the ball of the foot.
about Bunions
Causes of Bunions and Progression
Our treatment
Non-Surgical Treatments for Bunions
If treated early in its progression, shoe changes, and possibly a custom orthotic, can help. Also, if big toe joint pain is present, an oral anti-inflammatory or topical analgesic cream should be tried. When you have pain in the big toe joint, that’s a form of capsulitis, which can be treated with a few injections of a mild steroid; this will normally help but will not stop the bunion progression.
Learn about Bunions
As seen on FOX4 News!
In this episode of ‘Ask the Experts’, FOX4 News is talking to Dr. Thomas Bembynista of KC Foot Care about bunions. Bunions occur for many reasons some are hereditary, and some are caused by injuries and activities shoes just aggravate the underlying problem.
Most bunions fall into a moderate category which is easily treated on an outpatient basis. Some bunions that are severe where are the big toe and second toe overlap require more extensive correction but with a very successful result. A common problem also is a bunion most people know by the turf toe or jammed big toe normally this is more on athletic people. It’s when the big toe doesn’t bend well.
When evaluating bunions and treatment it is important to make sure what do patient desires from treatment. There are conservative treatments that can reduce bunion pain and helped a patient with activities.
About treatment
Surgery for Bunions
As seen on FOX4 News!
