Bunions (hallux valgus) are bony bumps (deformity) that form on the joint at the base of your big toe, where your big toe connects to your foot. Today Dr. Chris (orthopaedic surgeon/sports medicine specialist/owner of integrated health centre Human 2.0) explains bunions or hallux valgus as they are known: their causes, treatment and prevention.

Bunions form when your big toe pushes against your next toe, forcing the joint of your big toe to get bigger and stick out. Skin over bunions might be red and sore. The onset of bunions is typically gradual. Complications may include bursitis or arthritis.

What causes bunions and how do you get rid of them? Causes of bunions include wearing overly tight shoes, a family history, and rheumatoid arthritis. Diagnosis of bunions is generally based on symptoms and supported by X-rays. A similar condition of the little toe is referred to as a bunionette.

What is treatment for bunions without surgery or even with surgery? Dr. Chris answers both questions. Treatment for bunions may include a patient wearing proper shoes with a wide toe box, orthotics, or NSAIDs. If this is not effective for improving symptoms, surgery may be performed. Bunions affect females more often than males, with the usual age of onset is between 20 and 50 years old. The condition also becomes more common with age.

How do you prevent bunions or hallux valgus from forming? Prevention of bunions includes choosing your shoes carefully. They should have a wide toe box — no pointy toes — and there should be space between the tip of your longest toe and the end of the shoe.

Your shoes should conform to the shape of your feet without squeezing or pressing any part of your foot.You should also spend time strengthening the intrinsic muscles of the foot so that the foot as a tripod works at its best over the course of your life. As we age, all muscles tend to get weak, and so do those of the foot, which could precipitate the onset of bunions. Strengthening the foot muscles by doing balancing exercises, and specific strength training movements can go a long way to preventing bunions. Also wearing toe spacers for bunions on your feet and going barefoot as often as possible will force the muscles of the feet to work and get strong and help to prevent bunions from occurring altogether. You can buy toe spacers very cheaply online.

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