Bunions Treatment
What Causes Bunions?
Bunions are a common condition that affects one in three Americans. Bunions can be caused by a number of factors including the shape of the foot, gait, and health conditions. Usually one of the main reasons bunions develop is due to excessive pressure being repeatedly applied to the foot over a long period of time, which can be caused by wearing shoes that are too tight and too narrow, such as a high-heeled shoe with a pointed toe, for example. This creates a large bump on the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, which becomes pushed out of alignment.
Recovery
If the bunions are already quite severe, they can only be fully corrected with surgery. However, if you catch bunions early on, you can improve your condition and start healing. Regardless of how developed your bunion is, here are some steps you can take to help with pain relief:
- Wear a pair of shoes with a wide toe box. Wearing the right shoes helps to evenly distribute weight across the feet, eliminate pressure on the big toe, and reduce pain and irritation.
- Wear felt or foam pads on the bunion to help reduce pain and irritation. You can also use a spacer between you big toe and your second toe.
- Stretch your calves, as this can help improve the alignment of your feet.
- If you have flat feet or need arch support, you may want to try wearing a supportive insert.
The Authority on Comfort
At The Walking Company, we’re passionate about helping people recover from plantar fasciitis, which is why we offer a whole line of shoes dedicated to help relieve pain caused by plantar fasciitis. They include specifically designed features such as:
- Arch support to help more evenly distribute pressure across the foot
- Special heel padding that reduces shock
- Rigid heel cup and arch that offers stability and helps prevent pronation
For many people, finding the right shoes is the key to start healing, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
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