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Hallux Abducto Valgus - Bunions

Treatment & Monitoring

What are the treatments for the condition?

People who know they have a tendency to form a bunion should be treated early on. Early treatment is with arch supports or custom-made foot orthotics. These supports help to manage the abnormal foot structure. Other treatments include:

wearing wide shoes or having shoes stretched to prevent pressure in the area of the big toe.

using braces to try and bring the big toe back into alignment. The braces are effective, but they are hard to wear.

bunion repair surgery, if other methods have failed to correct the problem.

What are the side effects of the treatments?

There are usually no side effects with nonsurgical treatments. Surgery may cause side effects, including:

stomach upset from the anesthesia

possible allergic reaction to the anesthesia

possible bleeding or infection at the surgery site

What happens after treatment for the condition?

Treatment is usually ongoing. It involves protecting the area to prevent symptoms or continuing to wear arch supports or foot orthotics.

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