Bony bumps on the side of the foot near the big toes can be very painful and unsightly on anyone, needless to mention models that thrive on having and maintaining a fit and attractive body all rounds.

Do you have any deformity of the toe? Do you feel pain in your toe joint? You may be wondering if you have a bunion and hammertoe. And what if you can't afford a bunions treatment and hammertoe treatment?

Understanding Bunions And Hammertoes

Your legs and feet are naturally structured to provide stability and mobility. Your toes are unequivocally crucial for the healthy functioning of your foot. Like other parts of your feet, your toes work to provide balance as you walk or run. Unfortunately, daily stress, followed by improper care, can take a toll on your feet. This could lead to many foot disorders. Of the many disorders, bunions and hammertoes are so common and affect the majority of the populace. Knowing about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of these common foot disorders are therefore pre-eminent.

What Are Hammertoes And Bunions?

A hammertoe is a term used to describe a deformity where there's a bend in a toe's middle joint. It could be the second, third, or fourth toe. In a more precise term, a hammertoe describes a bent toe. Hammertoe surgery provides a solution to cure this deformity.

A bunion, also known as hallux valgus, is a deformity that occurs at the base of the big toe, in the form of a bony bump. This is usually because the bones in the foot are not aligned as they should.

These deformities are quite painful and should be evaluated by a podiatrist to ascertain how best to correct it, either by surgery or other alternative means, including special orthopedic shoes or orthotic devices.

Symptoms

▪       Corns or calluses or corns on the affected toe

▪       Bulging bump on the joint

▪       Inflammation

▪       Pain and difficulty walking

Both bunions and hammertoes can be diagnosed either visually or with the help of an X-ray.

Causes

Several factors can cause bunions and hammertoes, including wearing shoes like high heels and shoes with a narrow toe or ill-fit shoes.

The way you walk can also trigger these deformities. Rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory conditions may also increase the probability of developing bunions.

Some people are more prone to bunions and hammertoes because they sometimes run in the family or by feet' natural shape.

Women are more disposed to develop bunions more often than men.

Treatment

Bunions and hammertoes are often addressed through surgery. Aside from surgery, other measures can be adopted. They include;

✔   Wearing well-fitting footwear (low heel shoes with wide toe area when)

✔   Maintaining a healthy body weight

✔   Taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen

✔   Using warm socks, applying ice packs

✔   Using orthotic devices

A certified NYC foot Dr. / podiatrist can offer you the best treatment to cure hammertoes and bunions. To avoid spending more in surgery, see a podiatrist as soon as you feel any pain or notice any of the symptoms.