Bunions
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Shoe inserts for bunions
For high quality bunion shoe inserts, Footlogics has the answer. Our orthotics are expertly crafted and developed to offer our customers long-lasting walking comfort, allowing them to walk pain-free.
We are delighted to have established a reputation for providing dependable and long-lasting bunion inserts after more than 15 years in business.
Bunions (Hallux Abducto Valgus)
Bunions refer to the bony lump found at the large joint at the base of the big toe. Bunions are quite common, especially older people. In some cases, they can be quite painful.
What causes a bunion to develop?
Bunions are a progressive foot condition. In most cases they will become painful at some stage depending on the severity of the bunion and the amount of activity of the individual.
Reasons for bunions to form
There are a number of factors that cause a bunion to develop:
1) genetics: bunions are often heriditary (i.e. one or both of your parents also have bunions)
2) footwear – wearing tight-fitting shoes for many years may contribute to bunion formation
3) foot biomechanics: a poor (incorrect) walking pattern may lead to various foot problems
When the foot over-pronates (rolls in) the entire foot twists to the center. This causes the big toe joint to twist as the big toe is fixed and planted securely on the ground and the foot in moving inwards, causing irritation of the bone and surrounding joint. When bone is irritated it will grow in order to protect its structure. The big toe is bent inwards and a bony lump forms on the outside. Over time the lump becomes larger and the bunion can become painful. Arthritis and stiffness can eventually develop. Callous or corns may develop on the bunion.
Shoe Inserts for Bunions
Footlogics is the name to remember for high-quality shoe inserts for bunions. Our products are carefully designed and manufactured to provide the very best in lasting comfort and treatment of bunions, and to allow our customers to walk without pain or discomfort.
We have more than 15 years of experience behind us, and are proud to have become a name synonymous with the supply of proven and durable bunion inserts.
What is a Bunion?
It is an abnormal outgrowth which is bony to the touch and feels like a bump. A bunion forms at the base of your big toe on its joint. A bunion causes your big toe joint to enlarge. This forces your toe to crowd against other toes, and this puts pressure on your big toe joint. This further pushes it outward beyond your foot’s normal profile and eventually results in pain. Bunions can also occur on the little toe joint (bunionette).
Signs and Symptoms
- Bulging outgrowth the on base of the big toe (inside of the toe)
- Swelling
- Redness or soreness
- Skin thickening
- Overlapping first and second toes result in corns or calluses
- Persistent pain (mild to severe)
- Restricted movement of big toe
- Difficulty walking in normal shoes
- Effect on other toes due to pressure from your big toe
- Toenails begin to grow towards the sides of the nail bed
- Smaller toes may become bent or claw-like (hammertoes)
- Calluses on the bottom of the foot
Signs and Symptoms
- Bulging outgrowth the on base of the big toe (inside of the toe)
- Swelling
- Redness or soreness
- Skin thickening
- Overlapping first and second toes result in corns or calluses
- Persistent pain (mild to severe)
- Restricted movement of big toe
- Difficulty walking in normal shoes
- Effect on other toes due to pressure from your big toe
- Toenails begin to grow towards the sides of the nail bed
- Smaller toes may become bent or claw-like (hammertoes)
- Calluses on the bottom of the foot
Causes
- Normal balance of joints and tendons gets disrupted
- This leads to instability of the big toe joint which causes deformity
- Years of abnormal motion and pressure to the big toe joint
- Faulty foot development
- Faulty gait
- Inherited foot type
- Improperly fitting shoes (the most common cause of a bunion)
- Foot injuries
- Congenital deformities
- Neuromuscular disorders like post-polio syndrome (post-poliomyelitis) or cerebral palsy
- Arthritis, which causes deterioration of the protective cartilage covering your big toe joint
- Your occupation; waitresses, dancers, factory workers, and athletes are more prone to bunions
With the right shoe insert for bunions from Footlogics, you will find a reliable treatment for the cause of your uncomfortable bunions. Our bunion inserts do much more than just provide comfort and support to allow you to go about your day, they also help to correct issues with your feet that may be the catalyst for a number of health issues. That means you can walk without issue and enjoy a boost to your overall wellbeing.
Treatment
Treatment will depend on the severity of your bunion and the degree of pain you experience. Early treatment is recommended to decrease risk of joint deformities.
Conservative Treatment
These are nonsurgical treatments that relieve the pain and pressure of a bunion.
Changing Shoes
Wear airy and comfortable shoes with plenty of space for toes
Padding and Taping
Padding minimizes pain and allows you to carry on with your normal activities. Seek advice from your doctor with taping and padding your foot in a normal position. This reduces pain and stress on the bunion.
Treatment
Treatment will depend on the severity of your bunion and the degree of pain you experience. Early treatment is recommended to decrease risk of joint deformities.
Conservative Treatment
These are nonsurgical treatments that relieve the pain and pressure of a bunion.
Changing Shoes
Wear airy and comfortable shoes with plenty of space for toes
Padding and Taping
Padding minimizes pain and allows you to carry on with your normal activities. Seek advice from your doctor with taping and padding your foot in a normal position. This reduces pain and stress on the bunion.
Medication
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others)
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen
- Cortisone injections
Physical Therapy
Ultrasound therapy or whirlpool baths provide relief from pain and inflammation.
Orthotics
Shoe inserts (orthotics) can be very helpful in controlling abnormal movement of the foot. This helps reduce many major symptoms and further prevents a bunion from getting worse. Some people might find relief in over-the-counter arch supports, and others may benefit from prescription orthotics.
Surgical Options
A bunionectomy is effective in many cases and it involves:
- Removal of the swollen tissue from the area surrounding the big toe joint
- Straightening of the big toe by removing a part of the bone
- Permanently rejoining the bones of the affected joint
The patient may be able to walk immediately after some bunion procedures. With other procedures though, it may take a few weeks or longer. Wear proper shoes after recovery to prevent a recurrence of symptoms.
Surgical Options
A bunionectomy is effective in many cases and it involves:
- Removal of the swollen tissue from the area surrounding the big toe joint
- Straightening of the big toe by removing a part of the bone
- Permanently rejoining the bones of the affected joint
The patient may be able to walk immediately after some bunion procedures. With other procedures though, it may take a few weeks or longer. Wear proper shoes after recovery to prevent a recurrence of symptoms.
Important Note
Surgery is usually recommended only when a bunion causes you significant pain and discomfort. A bunionectomy is after all a kind of surgery and has its own risks
- Poor healing
- Developing an infection
- Losing some feeling in your foot
- Continued pain
- Developing a new bunion
These are some risks involved, therefore it is wiser to consider conservative treatment.
Insoles for Bunions
Bunions are a relatively common condition, and can be a cause of nagging pain and discomfort for those suffering from them. But with the right insoles for bunions from Footlogics, you can help to reduce and manage foot pain, and keep your bunions from developing any further.
Best Insoles for Bunions
Finding the best insoles for bunions depends on the individual in need of treatment. With the wide range of professionally manufactured and effective insoles available through Footlogics, customers can find the right product to treat their bunions. They can find targeted relief from foot aches and pains that may have kept them from doing the things they lov
Insoles for Bunions
Bunions are a relatively common condition, and can be a cause of nagging pain and discomfort for those suffering from them. But with the right insoles for bunions from Footlogics, you can help to reduce and manage foot pain, and keep your bunions from developing any further.
Best Insoles for Bunions
Finding the best insoles for bunions depends on the individual in need of treatment. With the wide range of professionally manufactured and effective insoles available through Footlogics, customers can find the right product to treat their bunions. They can find targeted relief from foot aches and pains that may have kept them from doing the things they lov