You’re in the right place if you want to prevent ever getting a toe bunion. Millions of Americans develop these pesky toe deformations every year, and they can be easily prevented with a little information and one simple trick. The bunion (hallux valgus. Latin.) develops over time. It starts with skin irritation along the inside …
Bunion splints, while effective in holding your toe straight, do not provide the level of protection that is sometimes needed for severe deformities. After all, the majority of pain from a bunion emanates from the bunion rubbing up against the shoe or sneaker. Now the best way to prevent that is to purchase a bunion …
You have a bunion and love ASICS sneakers and shoes; what do you do? Some ASICs are better than other ASICS when you have a bunion. But how do you tell which is which? It really is rather simple when you are looking for ASICS shoes and you have a bunion. There are certain traits …
Bunions make finding shoes and slippers that fit difficult. Where do you go to find house slippers that are bunion friendly? Well, what does Bunion Friendly mean? It means you have a house slipper that is wide enough to comfortably fit a bunion. Now it may just be a house slipper that comes in a …
Climbing Shoes tend to all be the same; short and tight. So, if somebody has a bunion the shoes can be constricting and cause a great deal of pain. If you are suffering with a bunion you need a shoe with a large toe box as well as a shoe that fits to a larger …
You have probably seen these Yoga splints for hammer toes and bunions around, and probably wondered, do they work? That is a complex answer and probably depends on what your definition of “work” is. Here is picture of the Yoga Toes Now you are probably thinking this is just a gimmick and there is no …
Lets face it one of the huge problems with bunions that causes a great deal of the discomfort is when the bunion knocks itself into the second toe. This can create callous and corn formation on the second toe and can contribute to the second toe elevating and becoming hammered. Now there are some splints …
So you are going to have bunion surgery, but what procedure will you have done? There are about 50 bunion procedures being done all over the world, with varying approaches and designs. But not all bunion procedures and surgeries are created equal. Some are better than others. But some maybe better than others for your …
A common question that is frequently asked by Diabetics is can I have Bunion Surgery? And that answer is… it depends. The answer depends on various factors unique to situations for Diabetics. Now there are some situations where Diabetics having bunion surgery is horribly bad idea, they are: 1. Poor Blood Sugar Control- Listen, if …
Tailors Bunions or Bunionettes can be a real pain. They are an annoying bump or excursions on the lateral side of the foot. They can limit the footwear that you can wear and can cause a great deal of discomfort when bumped into. So what do you do to help with the pain from Tailors …
Bunions and High Heels do not mix. They can ruin your heels. Now if you want to get a straightner or splint they are almost impossible to find that will fit into high heels. The Bunion Splints are all bulky and just were not manufactured with the high heel wearer in mind. Well, there is a …
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Dress Shoes and Bunion Splints do not mix. Dress Shoes have to be tight, and bunion splints tend to be bulky and unwielding, making it almost impossible to fit your foot and the bunion splint in the shoe. Two companies have each designed bunion splints that are ideal for people who want to wear dress …
Being a runner with bunions can be very difficult. Bunions can cause pain and discomfort in your sneakers. Additionally they can effect propulsion at the big toe joint. There are many different treatments for bunions including surgery. However, some people might not be able to take the time off to have bunion surgery. In …
What do you look for in a Dr. Marten work boot for bunions? You want a couple of traits in that Dr. Marten work boot: 1. You want a roomy toe box. Some work boots have tight toe boxes that can cause your bunion to rub against the second toe causing irritation. 2. You want …
There is nothing worse for a dancer than bunions. With all the time you need to stand on your toes, putting pressure on your big toes, bunions can greatly handicap that process. What is a dancer to do when they have bunions? Is the dancing causing their bunions? Will they have to stop dancing because …
Bunions are a common problem afflicting millions of Americans. There are a lot of myths and statements out there about their causes. The fact is there are not many causes of bunions and 90% or more of bunions can be chalked to one primary cause. But in this article I attempt to discuss what are …
Trying to find sandals that comfortably fit a bunion can be difficult. Sandals just do not all set up for bunions easily. A lot of times they set up where your bunion is just on air and not on a sandal. What you want in a sandal with a bunion is a sandal that gives …
When you are a Barista and on your feet eight hours a day it can be very painful. When you are a barista with bunions and have to be on your feet everyday, that can be even more painful, especially if your shoes are not comfortable. The fact is a great deal of the shoes …
A question a lot of people want to know is can you get disability for bunions? The answer is NO. You cannot get long term disability for bunions because there is a very common surgery that can be performed that will take care of the bunions and make them no longer present. Now some employers …
Finding the right bunion splint or straightner to help with your bunion seems like a never ending job. There are myriads of models on the market all claiming to cure your bunion. First off, none of these splints will cure your bunion. The minute you take your splint off, your bunion will return. The only …
Bunion surgery is a common and routine surgical procedure that many Podiatrists perform regularly. Below, I have listed five questions that every patient should ask their Podiatrist before undergoing bunion surgery. 5. How long will I be on crutches or not able to bear weight on the foot? This is important as after some bunion …
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Bunion Surgery complications happen. However, bunion surgery complications rarely happen. Complications should not stop you from having the bunion surgery. But to ease your mind, I have decided to list the five most common bunion surgery complications, their signs and their treatments. 5. Hallux Varus– This is a rare complication that results from overcorrection …
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5. Bunion Splints– Yes, you have seen the commercials and the ads for bunion splints, how, if you just apply this splint your toe will straighten and your bunion will disapear. The problem with bunion splints is that a bunion is a problem of the bones and their angle. Additionally, Hallux Valgus develops due to biomechanical …
