What is a bunion?
A bunion is also known as a big toe
A bunion is a lateral deviation of the bunion at the first metatarsophalangeal joint.
Bunions are the most common lesion involving the bunion and are most common in middle-aged and older women. They most often occur in people with a genetic predisposition combined with prolonged wear of ill-fitting shoes, which can put abnormal pressure on the bunion.
Why do bunions occur?
Congenital factors – genetics (the main cause), flat feet, and inadequate function of the inner foot muscles
Acquired factors – wearing inappropriate shoes (high heels, pointy toe shoes, etc.)
Bunions have a gradual aggravation process
Bunions can develop from skin redness and swelling at the beginning to toe deformity, difficulty in wearing shoes and inability to walk. It has a serious impact on life and work! Therefore, it is important to pay attention to the early treatment of bunions!
To diagnose a bunion, you need to go to the hospital to take a negative position film.
Recognize two angles.
1.Bunion angle The angle between the midline of the first metatarsal and the proximal phalanx, the normal value is less than 15°.
2, intermetatarsal angle The angle between the midline of the first and second metatarsal trunks, with a normal value of less than 9°.
When both angles are greater than normal, the diagnosis of “bunion” can be made.
Common manifestations of bunions.
1.Bunions
2, bunion deformity, second toe “riding across”, hammertoe deformity
3. Callus formation on the bottom of the foot (most common on the bottom of the second and third toes)
What should I do if I have a bunion?
1. Release your feet! Wear loose fitting shoes.
2.With orthotics There are two types of orthotics: day and night.
3.Internal foot muscle exercise
If the symptoms are obvious and cannot be relieved by conservative treatment, surgery can be recommended to correct the bunion. Mild soft tissue surgery is feasible. Bone surgery is required for moderate and severe cases.