How your podiatrists in Oviedo, Lake Mary, and Orlando, FL, can help you get relief from bunions
If you notice a hard, bony lump on the side of your big toe, chances are it’s a bunion. A bunion may or may not be painful, but a bunion can make it difficult to put on shoes and walk around or stand. Fortunately, your podiatrist knows what to do to treat bunions.
Drs. Timothy Mason, Jason Hancock, and Travis Johnson at Foot & Ankle Specialists of Orlando provide a wide range of podiatry services, including the treatment of bunions. They have several convenient office locations in Oviedo, Lake Mary, and Orlando, FL, to help you.
You are at higher risk of developing a bunion if you have a genetic bone deformity in your big toe joint. This deformity causes your big toe joint to point outward, where it can rub against the inside of your shoe, eventually forming a bunion.
You can do a lot to prevent bunion formation by choosing the right shoes. You should
- Choose shoes with a wide toe box, so your toes have plenty of room
- Avoid shoes with narrow or pointed toes because these shoes can force your toes together
- Avoid high heels because they push your toes forward, crushing your toes together
If you have a small bunion, you can try a few simple remedies to get relief. Remember to:
- Wear inserts or bunion pads in your shoes
- Tape your foot to support the bunion
- Take over-the-counter anti-inflammatory and pain medication
Large, painful bunions should be treated by your podiatrist, who may recommend:
- Custom orthotics to provide support
- Corticosteroid injections to reduce swelling
- Prescription anti-inflammatory medication
- Custom pads or cushions in your shoes
- Wider footwear to give your toes more room
For large bunions with significant bone involvement, surgery might be necessary to remove the bunion and realign your toe and foot.
To find out more about bunion prevention and treatment, call Drs. Timothy Mason, Jason Hancock, and Travis Johnson at Foot & Ankle Specialists of Orlando. You can reach them in any of their office locations in Oviedo, Lake Mary, and Orlando, FL, by calling (407) 365-9511, so call now.