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Bunions
O'Driscoll's Podiatry offers a range of bunion treatments and bunion management options for our patients. Our Cork podiatry clinic helps patient’s manage the pain of a bunion and also offers preventative treatment options to stop the bunion from developing.
What is a Bunion?
A human foot can be dived into three parts:
- The Hindfoot
- The Midfoot
- The Forefoot
The forefoot or the front part of the foot is made up of five bones. These five bones are called the metatarsal bones.
These metatarsals bones join the toes inside the bone to the midfoot.
Bunions develop when the big toe becomes angled outward, causing the big toe's metatarsal to stick out at the base of the big toe.
This can cause the bones to become misaligned, and may cause the forming of a bunion.
How do bunions develop?
The research isn’t yet conclusive on what causes bunions. However, it’s widely believed that wearing poorly fitted or tight shoes can exacerbate the condition.
There is also a considerable body of research that suggests bunions may run in families.
Health conditions like gout and rheumatoid arthritis may also play a role in the formation of bunions.
How are Bunions treated?
There many non-surgical treatments for bunions. Most of these are designed to minimise pain and discomfort.
However, it should be noted that these treatments won’t stop the bunion from developing.
Some of the treatments we can recommend include
- Painkillers
- Bunion Pads
- Orthotics
- Ice Packs
Our Cork podiatrists will recommend the right treatment for you. They may also recommend surgery in more extreme cases.
Is your bunion causing you pain or discomfort? Schedule a consultation with our Cork podiatrists today.
Bunions FAQ
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How do I schedule a Bunion consultation?
You can get in contact with our cork podiatry clinic by phone or by email. You can also request a booking through our website.To schedule a verruca treatment, get in contact with our podiatry clinic by phone or email. You can also request a consultation online.
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Are there over the counter treatments for bunions?
Yes, painkillers can help. Ice packs can also reduce inflammation and gel bunion pads can help reduce friction.