Those painful, boney bumps that form on the insides of the big toe joint are called bunions and they can cause more than just an odd-shaped foot. For many patients, the gradual pressure from the big ...

While some bunions have no symptoms, many become red, swollen, and painful. They can be so painful that it’s hard for you to put a shoe on or walk. Wearing shoes that fit poorly or have high heels can ...

A bunion is a malposition of the big toe joint. This happens when the position of the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint swings out over time. This can happen as you age or can also be hereditary.

There are plenty of common foot ailments that lead to pain, like plantar fasciitis, flat feet, and high arches. Bunions, however, can be particularly painful. It’s sent many people, primarily women, ...

Podiatrists and foot surgeons have traditionally relied on a surgical procedure called an osteotomy to correct bunions — or the painful bony bumps that form on the joint at the base of the big toe.

Unsightly bunions all have something in common: They’re a pain. People often tolerate bunions, but calling a doctor is the next step to a healthier foot. How will you know if your bunion requires ...

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – This is open-toed shoe season, but that could be embarrassing and painful for many. Dr. Bryan Scott at Eastern Foot and Ankle joined us with helpful advice on how to quickly ...

Bunions, or hallux valgus, are not just unsightly – they can significantly impact a patient's quality of life. Understanding all the options, including innovative procedures like Lapiplasty and ...

If you have bunions, just putting on a pair of sneakers can be painful. Yet many people endure the pain, fearing that surgical treatment will keep them off their feet for too long. However, minimally ...

Lake Charles, LA (KPLC) - A new procedure is providing relief to people who suffer from bunions, without the complications of a major surgery. The average American takes approximately 4,000 to 6,000 ...