Bunions are foot deformities that can be extremely painful. Bunions appear as a bulging bump outside your big toe's base and form gradually as pressure on the big toe's joint causes the toe to move out of place, leaning inward toward the second toe. They result in discomfort, stiffness, redness, and swelling because this joint bears a lot of weight during activities like standing, walking, or wearing improper footwear. For relief from bunions in Maumee, Toledo, and Wauseon, OH, consult with our podiatrists at Podiatric Associates of Northwest Ohio.
What to Know About Bunions
You're at risk of developing bunions if you wear shoes that are too tight, too narrow, or too pointy. High heels are common causes of bunions because they often crowd the toes by forcing them into the front of the shoe. Inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis also increase your risk of bunions so can the structure or anatomy of your foot. Signs and symptoms of bunions include calluses and corns where your toes overlap or a big toe joint that is painful to touch. Consult with one of our podiatrists if you have difficulty finding shoes due to a bunion, experience decreased movement in your big toe or foot, or develop a bump on the big toe that appears red, sore, or swollen.
Minimally invasive treatment for bunions in Maumee, Toledo, and Wauseon, OH, includes custom orthotics. However, depending on the severity of the bunion, our podiatrists at Podiatric Associates of Northwest Ohio may recommend surgery with no general anesthesia, minimal post-operative pain, and the ability to drive yourself home. For more information about bunions in Maumee, Toledo, and Wauseon, OH, call our offices at the location most convenient for you. You can reach us at (419) 893-5539 (Maumee), (419) 474-1210 (Toledo), and (877) 292-8339 (Wauseon) to schedule a consultation.