FAQs About Bunions

Bunions are a common foot condition that people around the world suffer from. If you suffer from bunions in Norwalk, CT. you are in luck. Dr. Devang Patel and Dr. Shane Reynolds of Arch Foot Care Podiatrists treat this foot condition and many others.

What Is a Bunion?

A bunion is a bony growth that develops when the big toe drifts toward the smaller toes. It is located at the base of the big toe and can be very painful. The pain in the bunion itself is caused by the pressure from shoes and the other toes also become painful, since the balance of the weight on the foot also shifts. Over time, the toe, the ligaments, and the tendons actually shift and cause the deformity that is seen on the foot.

What Causes Bunions?

For some people, bunions are a matter of heredity. If feet have a certain type of shape or structure, they are more inclined to develop bunions. Though it may not be a topic of general conversation, you may want to find out if they run in your family.  Wearing shoes that are ill-fitting and applying pressure to the toe box can increase the risk of developing bunions. Tight shoes are the most common reason for developing bunions. If you suffer from an inflammatory disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, it increases the risk of developing bunions in Norwalk, CT.

What Treatments Are Available for Bunions?

Since most bunions are caused by ill-fitting shoes, the obvious treatment is to get shoes that are better for your feet. They also make pads that can protect the bunion from the pressure that shoes create. Your podiatrist can measure you for customized orthotics to help get your feet into the right position when you walk. A special splint to wear at night to try to straighten your big toe may help. Taking NSAIDs will help with the pain. If all the conservative treatments don't work, surgery is an option.

What Is Involved in Bunion Surgery?

Bunion surgery is usually done as outpatient surgery. The complexity of the surgery depends on how severe the condition has become. It does involve quite a long recovery, no matter which type you need. You may be unable to bear weight on your foot for a while.

Contact Dr. Patel and Dr. Reynolds of Arch Foot Care Podiatrists when you have questions about bunions in Norwalk, CT. Call our office at (203) 838-0442 to make an appointment or reach out to us via our website.

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