Bunion Specialist
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Broadway Foot and Ankle Clinic
Podiatrists located in Portland, OR
If left untreated, bunions can progress and become seriously inflamed and even increase your risk of related toe deformities, like hammertoes. Before your bunion worsens any further, schedule an exam with one of our board-certified podiatrists at the Broadway Foot and Ankle Clinic in Portland, Oregon. Click on the online scheduler to request to book your bunion exam with the team or call the clinic directly.
Bunion Q & A
What causes bunions?
Bunions tend to affect men and women who have inherited faulty foot mechanics, like flat feet, or unstable joints. When you have these underlying issues, slipping into a pair of pointy or snug shoes on a daily basis forces your big toe to make room for itself, either on top or underneath of your smaller toes.
Over time, your big toe gets used to its new position, and your toe joint starts to change shape. That’s why you notice that notorious bony bump developing on the base of your big toe.
It’s not only toe crowding and foot mechanics that lead to bunions though. Your risk of bunions increases from:
- Arthritis
- Injury or trauma
- Neuromuscular conditions
No matter what’s causing your bunions, it’s important to have them evaluated and treated early on before your toe becomes stiff and painful.
Do I need treatment for bunions?
Yes! It’s not just that bunions become unsightly and even embarrassing, but it’s that without proper treatment, your foot structure changes permanently. This can lead to a wide variety of issues, including:
- Numbness or burning
- Limited range of motion
- Redness and swelling
- Tenderness and inflammation
If any of these bunion symptoms sound familiar, the team at Broadway Foot and Ankle Clinic can help get you started on a personalized treatment plan.
How are bunions treated?
Your bunion treatment plan is likely going to begin with conservative therapies. One of our board certified physicians may combine any of the following treatments to help you get relief from bunion discomfort.
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
- Padding, strapping, and taping
- Corticosteroid injections
- Activity modifications
- Custom orthotics
- Physical therapy
If you have a more severe bunion though, you may be a candidate for bunion surgery. At Broadway Foot and Ankle Clinic, bunion surgery, a highly individualized procedure, may involve realigning your toe joint by repairing or removing damaged tissues. If needed, one of our surgeons can fuse bones together allowing bones to stay in proper alignment.
You have plenty of options for bunion relief and even surgical treatment at Broadway Foot and Ankle Clinic. Request your bunion exam online or call the office directly to schedule a visit.
