A big toe bunion is usually a localized abnormality in the shape of the big toe. It can be corrected by medical devices and surgery.
1. Non-surgical correction: Suitable for patients with immature bone development and mild bunion, which usually does not affect walking. The bunion can be corrected by wearing orthotics or corrective shoes to immobilize the big toe. It takes some time for the treatment to work and is usually effective. During the period of correction, it is necessary to pay attention to the standardization of standing and walking postures to ensure that the force on the feet is uniform. Wear loose shoes to prevent friction and infection.
2. Surgical correction: It is suitable for patients whose big toe is severely bunionized, causing walking obstacles and affecting their life and skeletal development. It is recommended to go to a regular hospital for minimally invasive surgery to remove the bunion. Minimally invasive surgery is less invasive than conventional surgery, and the patient can walk on crutches on the same day and recover quickly.
There are many causes of bunion, such as congenital dysplasia, hereditary factors, rheumatic diseases, etc. If you find a bunion, you should first go to the hospital to find out the cause, and the treating doctor will formulate a feasible corrective treatment plan based on the examination results.