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Bunions form from abnormal bony alignments at the joint at the base of the big toe. This misalignment causes a prominence at the joint that becomes painful and swollen over time, especially when wearing tight shoes or ill-fitting orthotics. Mild discomfort can be relieved by changing to shoes with a wider toe box, applying bunion pads purchased at most pharmacies, or by using orthotic devices that redistribute pressure away from the affected area.<\/p>\n
Bunion correction in Adelaide<\/a>\u00a0is one of the most common elective foot surgeries performed each year. Its high prevalence may be due to several factors including excessive foot pronation, poor fitting shoes, and the inherited genetic predisposition to hallux valgus (HVA). Infections, metatarsalgia, delayed or non-union, and hardware irritation are some of the most common complications associated with bunion surgery.<\/p>\n If a bunion is left untreated, it can progress and cause pain and swelling in the surrounding toes and feet. In addition, it can contribute to the development of rheumatoid arthritis in later life. Avoid such conditions by visiting an\u00a0Adelaide Bunion Clinic<\/a>\u00a0in your area.<\/p>\n To manage bunion symptoms, over-the-counter pain medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen, cold packs and ice baths, kinesio tape, and stretching exercises that focus on the muscles of the foot and ankle are helpful. Orthotics that are custom-fitted to the patient\u2019s foot and bunion can also reduce pressure and support the big toe, slowing the progression of the deformity.<\/p>\n