Hallux Valgus - Bunions - Fleet Feet Sports Schererville

What is it?
A subluxation of the 1st MPJ with a deviation of the great toe towards the second with an enlargement of the medial first metatarsal head.

Causes:

Excessive pronation and narrow footwear.
Higher incidence amongst women than men.
Hereditary factors are listed in some literature.

Symptoms:

Reddened skin over the base of the great toe. Pain over the joint where the great toe joins the foot (MPJ)

Effect on Gait:
Degraded toe off, excessive pronation due to 1st ray instability.

Solutions:

If caused by overpronation, stability or motion control shoe/insert.
Educate on proper non-running footwear choices and pre-accommodation for a bunion.
Calluses may be trimmed.
Icing may help bursitis and pain symptoms
(Surgery is above our pay grade) Contact us and we can refer you to a local medical professional.

Hallux Valgus - Bunions

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