Bunion (Hallux Valgus)
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Bunion (Hallux Valgus)
A bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of your big toe is called a bunion. It happens when the tip of the big toe gets pulled toward the smaller toes. The skin which is affected by bunion looks red in colored and sore. If left untreated, the deformity tends to worsen causing thickening of skin (callus) as well as deformity and pain in the other toes.
Hence, it is highly advisable to consult with a renowned doctor for the treatment of bunion.
There are many theories related to the development of a foot bunion, but there is no exact reason till now. Some factors that may be considered as the reason behind bunions are as follows-
- Inherited foot type
- Family history
- Inflammatory arthritis like Rheumatoid arthritis
- May be associated with flat or overpronated feet
- Wearing narrow toed or high heel shoes does not per say cause bunion but can make it worse
To better know about the causes, you can communicate with your foot and ankle specialist for bunion treatment.
Here are the signs and symptoms of the bunion. Have a look-
- A bulging bump observed on the base or outside of your big toe
- Redness, Soreness, or swelling around the big toe joint
- Calluses or corns- these are often developed when the first and second toes run against each other
- Limited movement of the big toe
- Ongoing Pain; means pain comes and goes after a certain time
- Hammer toe deformity of second or third toes
There are several nonsurgical treatments for bunion treatment that can relieve your pain and pressure. It includes padding, toe spacers, applying ice, medication, etc.To avoid worsening of symptoms from bunion sandalswith wide toe box should be worn and high heels should be avoided. Also stretching your calf muscles (gastrocnemius) can help to reduce pressure over your toes.
In severe cases, surgery is needed to align the toes to its correct position. Bunion surgery involves bunionectomy and straightening the 1st metatarsal with soft tissue release. Sometimes, surgery may be also be done for the other toes if they are involved.
Dr Anuj Chawla has a vast experience of managing bunion deformities in feet using both nonoperative and operative modalities. His skilled hands first diagnose the problem, and then he provides treatment taking into consideration the severity level.Sometimes, the problem can be eliminated through non-surgical treatment only. He makes sure that the patient gets minimum pain and complete cure. If you also want to get relief from the unbearable pain of bunions, consult with the best orthopedic doctor in Gurugram, today only!
- + Causes
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There are many theories related to the development of a foot bunion, but there is no exact reason till now. Some factors that may be considered as the reason behind bunions are as follows-
- Inherited foot type
- Family history
- Inflammatory arthritis like Rheumatoid arthritis
- May be associated with flat or overpronated feet
- Wearing narrow toed or high heel shoes does not per say cause bunion but can make it worse
To better know about the causes, you can communicate with your foot and ankle specialist for bunion treatment.
- + Symptoms
-
Here are the signs and symptoms of the bunion. Have a look-
- A bulging bump observed on the base or outside of your big toe
- Redness, Soreness, or swelling around the big toe joint
- Calluses or corns- these are often developed when the first and second toes run against each other
- Limited movement of the big toe
- Ongoing Pain; means pain comes and goes after a certain time
- Hammer toe deformity of second or third toes
- + Treatment
-
There are several nonsurgical treatments for bunion treatment that can relieve your pain and pressure. It includes padding, toe spacers, applying ice, medication, etc.To avoid worsening of symptoms from bunion sandalswith wide toe box should be worn and high heels should be avoided. Also stretching your calf muscles (gastrocnemius) can help to reduce pressure over your toes.
In severe cases, surgery is needed to align the toes to its correct position. Bunion surgery involves bunionectomy and straightening the 1st metatarsal with soft tissue release. Sometimes, surgery may be also be done for the other toes if they are involved.
Dr Anuj Chawla has a vast experience of managing bunion deformities in feet using both nonoperative and operative modalities. His skilled hands first diagnose the problem, and then he provides treatment taking into consideration the severity level.Sometimes, the problem can be eliminated through non-surgical treatment only. He makes sure that the patient gets minimum pain and complete cure. If you also want to get relief from the unbearable pain of bunions, consult with the best orthopedic doctor in Gurugram, today only!
