Posted on October 25, 2007 in Latest News
What is Bunions?
Bunions are bumps on the side of the big toe and indicate changes in the bony framework of the front part of the foot. In the case of a bunion, the big toe leans toward the second toe, rather than pointing straight ahead. This causes the bones to be thrown out of alignment,producing the bunion’s “bump”.
It is also known as “Hallux Valgus” , a condition where the big toe is angled excessively towards the second toe.
Appearance of Bunions
There is pressure from the big toe joint which causes deformity in the joint of the second toe, pushing it toward the third toe and so on. If the second toe and the big toe cross over, it becomes difficult to walk. Once the big toe leans towards the second toe, the tendons no longer pull the toe in a straight line, the problem gradually gets worse. This also causes Corns and calluses.
Symptoms of Bunions
Causes of Bunions
Treatment of Bunions
Excercises are recommended. Orthoses ( special devices inserted into shoes), shoe alterations or night splints can slow the progression of bunions among children. These corrective measures may relieve a person of his symptoms Anti-inflammatory medications, such as aspirin,ibuprofen and naproxen can help ease the inflammation as well as the pain.
Local cold pack application is also useful at times. A bunion splint worn at night can provide relief also. Inflammation of the joint at the base of the big toe can be relieved by a local injection of cortisone.
One can go to the podiatric surgeon who can remove the bunion and realign the toe joint in an operation known as bunionectomy. The aim of the surgery is to remove the bunion effectively and prevent it from growing again.
Bunions affect the feet making it difficult to walk. Although they could result due to hereditary factors they do develop in course of time and need to be treated effectively.
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November 4th, 2007 at 7:58 pm
I have bumps at the sides of my big toe, they dont hurt or bother me. Are they likely to get worse or could they stay just as they are?
November 15th, 2007 at 6:05 pm
my mother is possibly suffering from bunion.
can we confirm it through an X-ray.
how does a bunion appear in X-ray.
December 7th, 2007 at 12:14 am
I thought I had arthritis, but it turns out I have bunions on both feet. It is not painful continuously, but while walking without shoes, I’ll get an extremely painful stabbing pain which causes me to yelp with pain. Bit embarassing while out shopping!
My doctor says it is too early to operate. If I wait too long, I could be deformed forever. Right now it’s not too big a lump, but X-rays show my right foot is also beginning a bunion.
Any suggestions?
Cheryl