The use of Root Functional Orthoses are the only way to prevent recurrence or development of bunions, neuromas, and other physical deformities or pathologies of the feet by being the only dynamic means of neutralizing the inherited abnormal structural trait. They have been in use for over 60 years. The measurements for, and development of these, is the responsibility of your treating podiatric physician. There are over 200 different orthotic devices being produced, but only one proven to work in a 10 year follow up: the Root Functional Orthosis.