Bunions

Treatments for Bunions

• The most common cause of a bunion is over pronation, this is when your foot rotates in too much as you walk. You really need to treat the underlying cause of the bunion as soon as possible to prevent any further damage. View the Dr Foot Pro Insoles which are for wide fitting shoes or the Slim Fit Pro for slim fitting shoes.

• Wear wide fitting shoes, preferably with a leather upper which will allow a stretch. Avoid high heeled shoes.

• Bunion exercises will help to keep the joint flexible, click here to view recommended exercises.

• Bunion surgery may be required in some patients, however this should only be considered when all non-surgical treatment options have been used. Bunion surgery has improved dramatically over the last 20 years but it still cannot guarantee a total recovery and often post operative complications such as calluses and corns can occur depending on the procedure used. Click here to view the different types of procedures available.

• If your bunion becomes painful, red and swollen, try using ice on the joint and elevate the foot on a stool.

• Bunion Night Splints can reduce the size of the bunion. This will straighten the bunion while you sleep, click here to view this product

• A Bunion Shield can reduce the pain over the bunion. View product here

• Performing stretches on your toes and feet while you go about your daily routine. This increases circulation, red blood cell activity, and bone realignment. The easiest way to do this is by using a soft, flexible, medical grade gel Toe stretcher which is gentle between the toes and helps to straighten your toes. View the product here