Bunion and Hallux Valgus

Hallux Valgus

bunion

What is Bunion and Hallux Valgus?

Bunion and Hallux Valgus is form of foot deformity. It is a condition where by the toe is turning outwards. The bone which joins the big toe becomes prominent on the inner border of the foot. This bump is the bunion and is made up of bone and soft tissue.


Symptoms of Bunion and Hallux Valgus

  • Irritation skin around the bunion
  • Blister around the bunion
  • Pain while walking
  • Joint redness and Pain
  • Shifting of the big toe to the other toes

Causes of Bunion and Hallux Valgus

  • Prolong wearing of poorly fitting shoes
  • Arthritis
  • Heredity

Treatment for Bunion and Hallux Valgus

  • Changes in shoe
  • Orthotics(Splints)
  • Surgery

SELF-DIAGNOSE CAN BRING MORE HARM THAN TREATING IT. IT IS GOOD TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE INJURY BUT DEFINITELY NOT TO THE POINT OF SELF-TREATMENT. IT WILL BE MUCH SAFER TO GET TREATED BY OUR DOCTOR FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT WITH ORTHOPAEDICS, YOU CAN CONTACT US, THE HOTLINE IS OPEN 24 HOURS. YOU MAY ALSO SEND US AN ENQUIRY FOR ANKLE PAINBACK PAINELBOW PAINHAND PAINHIP PAINKNEE PAINSHOULDER PAIN OR FOR AN APPOINTMENT.