A bunion is a misalignment of the big toe joint and is a very common deformity of the foot. They are most often hereditary or caused by frequent use of high heels and tight shoes. DFW Foot & Ankle Care provides bunion pain treatment at an affordable cost at Plano, Frisco, Allen, Mckinney, Carrolton, TX.

Bunions occur when the base of the big toe becomes enlarged to the point that it sticks out. The big toe then begins to angle in toward the second toe and may eventually move underneath the second toe or force it out of alignment. Some bunions can result in arthritis of the big toe joint. Bunions can be very painful and may make it difficult to walk.

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What Is a Hammertoe?

A hammertoe is a deformity of the toes. In this condition, the toe is bent at the middle joint, so that it resembles a hammer. It can affect any of your toe but more often It affects your second or third toe. It takes time to develop properly due to tight shoes, pointed heels or arthritis. In most of the condition’s hammertoe can be treated.

What Causes a Bunion?

There are many theories behind what causes a bunion, here are some common factors that can lead to developing a bunion:

  • If you have any foot injury or stress due to shoe type.
  • If you have any deformities by birth.
  • If its inherited.

Bunions can also be associated with arthritis or any inflammatory condition such as rheumatoid arthritis

Major Risk Factors

Here are the following factors that can increase the risk of bunions:

  • High heels.
  • Tight shoes.
  • Rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Heredity.

Bunion Symptoms

Here are some signs and symptoms of a bunion.

  • There will be swelling, redness, warmth, and soreness around your big toe joint.
  • The bulging bump will be found on the base of the big toe.
  • Corns and callus formation on your feet that rub with each other.
  • Continuous pain in big toe or pain that comes and goes.
  • Restricted range of motion of your big toe.

Bunion Pain Treatment

Treatment always depend on the severity of your condition and how much bunion causes pain.

There are options when we talk about the treatment of bunion pain. Either patient can go towards surgery or towards conservative treatment.

Conservative treatment that can relieve the pain and pressure of a bunion includes:

Change your shoes: Always wear comfortable shoes that offer plenty of space for your toes.

Padding: Padding can help you in relieving pain. Cushion or pads are non-medicated which can offer as buffer between your foot and your shoes and it eases your pain.

Shoe inserts: Padded shoes help you in distributing your weight throughout your foot hence causes less pressure on your foot and toes.it reduces your symptoms and prevent you from getting it worse.

Applying cold packs: Applying ice or cold pack on your toes can help you reduce pain. If you have walked too long and your feet are inflamed or swelled, icing can reduce inflammation and swelling. If you have any complain of numbness or blood circulation problem with your feet, you should go to your doctor firs

Bunion And Hammertoe Surgery

For patients who have painful bunions or hammertoes that don’t respond to conservative care, surgery is often required. For these patients, foot pain continues even when wearing comfortable shoes.

The goal of bunion surgery is to realign the big toe joint to relieve pain and improve function. There are several different types of procedures that may be used to correct a bunion, depending on the cause and severity of the deformity.

The goal of hammertoe surgery is to realign the toe affected to relieve pain and improve function. There are multiple options to correct a hammertoe depending on if it’s a flexible or rigid deformity.

Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery

Some patients are candidates for minimally invasive bunion surgery. Certain bunion deformities can be corrected with small incisions. Dr. Mistry is trained in minimally invasive surgery and offers MIS bunion correction for the right candidate.

Recovery After Bunion And Hammertoe Surgery

Full recovery from surgery can take several months. You may need to use a walker, cane, or crutches to keep weight off your foot for the first few days after surgery.

Bunion And Hammertoe Surgery In Plano, Frisco, Allen, Mckinney, Carrolton, TX

Dr. Mistry works with patients to determine the best course of action for treating Bunions and Hammertoes. We use the most advanced techniques possible, should surgery be necessary. If you would like to learn more about bunion and hammertoe surgery at DFW Foot and Ankle care or schedule an appointment.

At DFW Foot Ankle Care, we treat Bunions and Hammertoes, Diabetic Foot Care, Fungal Nails, Heel Pain / Plantar Fasciitis, Ingrown Toenails, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Neuroma, Pediatric Foot Problems, Plantar Wart, Running Injuries and many more foot problems.