Hallux valgus, or bunions, can be treated with the following methods
- Wearing properly fitting shoes
- Treating pain and stiffness
- Wearing orthotics for related foot issues
- Surgery for severe cases
It is important to see a healthcare provider for hallux valgus, as it will not go away on its own The provider will be able to diagnose the bunion and suggest the best treatment options
Treatment for hallux valgus, or bunions, includes ¹:
- Osteotomy: A surgical cutting and realignment of the bones around the affected big toe
- Akin osteotomy: Akin osteotomy is a procedure that corrects the sideways deviation of the big toe
- Chevron osteotomy: A chevron osteotomy is a procedure that is usually recommended for mild to moderate bunion deformities
- Scarf osteotomy: A scarf osteotomy is a procedure that is usually recommended for moderate to severe bunion deformities
- Arthrodesis: A procedure that involves fusing the two bones that form the big toe metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint
Please note that surgery is the only means of correcting hallux valgus, and it is recommended when conservative measures fail.