Bunion (Hallux valgus) correction

Bunions can be diagnosed and identified through a physical examination of the foot by a trained professional. An X-Ray may be needed to measure the extent of the damage and then plan the best course of treatment.

Some underlying causes and risk factors of Bunions include:

• Foot injuries.
• Deformities at birth.
• Rheumatoid arthritis.
• Poorly fitting footwear including high heels.
• Hereditary.

If left untreated, bunions can cause bursitis to develop alongside other conditions.

If conservative treatments such as medications, inserts and ice doesn’t seem to alleviate the symptoms of bunions then surgical intervention may be required. Surgery to correct a bunion could include removing swollen tissue from the joint, straightening the toe by removing bone, fusing the joint or realigning bones in the foot to correct the big toe.