Bunion Treatment Explained - Podiatrist Chantelle Crossland, Singapore Podiatry

Bunion Treatment Explained - Podiatrist Chantelle Crossland, Singapore Podiatry

Non-Invasive Bunion Treatment in Singapore
In Singapore, bunions, also known as “hallux valgus”, are a common deformity charactered by a bulge or swelling you can see near the base of the big toe. Although it may seem as if an extra bone has grown on the side of the foot, the protruding bump is actually caused by the big toe deviating from its normal position towards the direction of the second toe. These deformities start off subtle, but can eventually become painful and unsightly. If neglected, the condition can worsen resulting in overlapping toes. The level of pain and visual deformity can be so extreme that sufferers may wonder if there is a cure for bunions.

What causes bunions in Singapore?
Wearing heels are not the primary cause of bunion development; if that were the case, then every woman who has ever worn heels would have painful, unsightly forefoot protrusions and lumps. Bunions are actually caused by a variety of factors which include:

✓Genetic Heredity
✓Trauma
✓Arthritis
✓Unsuitable Footwear

The main cause of bunions in Singapore is genetic. It is not uncommon for our podiatrists to see bunions across multiple generations of a patient’s family.

What are the symptoms?
Patients with this condition will usually experience

✓Pain in the toe
✓Pain around the toe
✓Corns on feet
✓Redness and swelling at the joint contracture
✓Restricted movement
✓Pain at the base of the affected toe.

However, some patients feel little or no pain and the only sign are the visible bumps on the edge of the feet. Even though there is no immediate pain, worsening bunions will lead to secondary problems in other parts of the foot and leg.

Treating bunions without surgery
There are no exercises to fix bunions. As experts in the anatomy of the lower extremities, podiatrists offer non-surgical treatment solutions that are personalised for your needs. These treatment modalities can include ergonomic shoes, sports taping or customised bunion orthotics. Shockwave Therapy for bunions will reduce pain and the Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) will break up calcium deposits and stretch the ligaments and tendons. However, for severe bunion conditions, a podiatrist may recommend surgery by orthopaedic specialist doctors.

A podiatrist will:

✓Assess joint functions
✓Treat to reduce strain on the joints
✓Prescribe customised bunion orthotics to help realign the joint and control foot function, reducing ✓long-term damage and pain

A popular solution for bunions in Singapore is surgery. While surgery will help to remove the bunions, it does not prevent relapse. Other measures must be taken to remove the underlying causes of the problem. To do so, orthotic insoles for bunions are often required after bunion surgery to ensure that the foot is preserved in an optimal position, thus facilitating recovery and preventing reoccurrence.

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