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Bunions

Noticing a bump on your big toe? 

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Have you noticed a bony bump forming on the side of your big toe joint, often becoming red, sore, or swollen after wearing shoes? This is called a bunion, and it develops when the big toe shifts towards the smaller toes, changing the shape of the foot. Bunions can make it difficult to find comfortable shoes and may cause pain when walking. Paul focuses on reducing discomfort, improving alignment, and helping you stay active without irritation.

Paul the podiatrist testing the feet
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Possible Cause

  • Genetics or inherited foot structure
     

  • Tight or narrow shoes
     

  • Biomechanical imbalance (e.g. pronation)
     

  • Over time, the big toe deviates inward

Possible Treatment

  • Shoe Optimisation
     

  • Custom orthoses to redistribute pressure
     

  • Exercises for alignment and strength
     

  • Shockwave therapy

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