How to Fix & Prevent Bunions Without Surgery!

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HT Physio – Over-Fifties Specialist Physio

4 ай бұрын

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In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 7 tips to fix & prevent bunions!
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@lindab4152 Ай бұрын

Back in the late 70s, I had developed bunions on each foot after wearing pointy shoes to work. I saw an orthopedic guy, and he gave me a “prescription” to take to a shoe repair person, in order to install a metatarsal bar across the sole (on the bottom) of my favorite shoes. It was magic. That bar spreads those joints where the toes meet the foot across the whole foot and immediately straightens the toes. The bar just needs to follow that line of joints, is about 1.5-2 inches wide and only about 1/8th of an inch thick. It cured mine very quickly and my feet felt so good wearing the shoes. Now I only wear Birkenstocks and have never had recurring problems. Hope that helps someone!!

@maryloudelossantos1624 Ай бұрын

You are the best! Video is helpful. Thank you, Will.

@farahpagar Ай бұрын

Very good suggestion

@barbaramcmillan3835 Ай бұрын

Thank you. Too late for me, but I at least don't need surgery, just have major issues with blisters.

@Sharingthegospel4u 29 күн бұрын

can you explain this bar thing. im interested.

@lisaelliott3864 13 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@silviarios4051 4 ай бұрын

Will, you are so generous with the over 50s!!!! All your videos are a useful help for us!!!!!

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

More than happy to help!

@serenachen4520 2 ай бұрын

@HT-Physio truly Impressed by the kindness inside you. 👍🙋

@marionalexander8204 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much I’m definitely going to give all of your advice a shot ❤

@smaragdavolidis9327 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your advice!!!

@julieellis6793 3 ай бұрын

I've had bunion surgery on both feet but now one of them has developed a new one. This was so helpful because I don't want to go through that again, at 80 years old.

@suebutz3006 Ай бұрын

I was born a club foot, left worse than the right. I went through the casts and braces as a baby, but babies grow up. Everyone thinks my feet are "fixed". They actually are just re-arranged. I wish I would have had these exercises 45 years ago. I did them as you explained them and could feel the pull. It was a good pull. I won't over do. I am going to try to strengthen my feet. Thank you so much!

@utbronell 3 ай бұрын

My bunions were caused by wearing high heels everyday for 10 years working in a bank in the 90s when we weren't allowed chairs and had to stand all day.

@erniefedorowych5955 4 ай бұрын

Lots of great advice for bunions. Thanks for taking the time to be so comprehensive. Physiotherapists are so much more attentive. A tremendous amount more helpful information than my podiatrist offered. They just have the 10 minutes to look at your foot and provided the standard, protocol approved response that requires the least amount of dismissive effort.

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Time is definitely always restricted - so I'm glad I am able to reach lots of people through my channel!

@nancys2839 4 ай бұрын

I've had 3 bunion surgeries, the 1st when I was 29 and it came back! I had the 2nd in 2019 on the same foot before the pandemic along with a torn tibial tendon transfer and hind foot reconstruction in 2 surgeries 8 weeks apart. I had my other bunion on the other foot 13 months ago. The reason I had bunions so young is rheumatoid arthritis and hypermobile joints. I happen to live on private wooded acreage with steep long roads and I love walking here although my walk is considered a hike to most. My feet are much better since my surgeries and it wasn't much fun but I'm doing great now! Thanks for the videos and keep them coming!

@lunanera693 Ай бұрын

Hi, I would like to know if post-surgery is very painful and how long does it take to recover to be able to walk?

@lourdestolentino485 11 күн бұрын

So according to your experience of bone surgery it will not be totally corrected it will come back? Am 70 yr old have a bunion problem using only rubber toe separator a bit relief of the discomfort am planning to have a surgery in the near future.

@evemariechase8273 4 ай бұрын

Great video!! I’ve healed my herniated discs from your videos, now it’s time to heal my husband’s bunions. 😃

@andrealabrooy7792 4 ай бұрын

I am a fitness and Orthopedic rehabilitation trainer and I love your videos. Refreshes my memory in all that I’ve learned and I also always learn something new.👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

@noushindowlatshahi6221 4 ай бұрын

Dear Will, you are a mega Star! I have been wearing toe spacers to avoid bunion but these exercices are truly brilliant!

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best!

@marietjie2995 4 ай бұрын

Your videos are so informative and helpful. You are providing an excellent service. Don't ever stop.

@carolmoore4849 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! As someone who has recently been diagnosed with bunions, I was not given any exercises to do but told that surgery was really my only option. I’m going to try your exercises before I opt for surgery!

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best!

@marqann 4 ай бұрын

Surgery often means more problems, so try it, and sketchers are great, I use wide fit... it really makes a difference 🙂

@DonnaSlocum Ай бұрын

Never thaught about your feet being taken care of is one of the most appendage we should pay more attention to. After all a good, strong foundation helps keep the rest of the body going..you are appreciated..sharing your knowledge is so awesome

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Absolutely, they're vital!

@nicolef.peniston-bird5031 3 ай бұрын

Your tips are so valuable and are really helping me 🙂

@catherineterry9110 4 ай бұрын

im 85 and long time ago had both toe bunions surgeried and one has nerve damage and other hurt as bunion grew back. Sounds like your advice to help is very much worth trying. Thank you..

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

I hope it can be of help!

@helmsmanpacker3456 Ай бұрын

God willing you are in good health and wellbeing sister ❤️ all the best in resolving those bunions! 😤✊🏽

@lourdestolentino485 11 күн бұрын

Did your bunion surgery help in correcting your toes? I have mine, too but I use toe rubber separator it helps a bit only a little relief am 70 yr old

@TheMrKalikatsou Ай бұрын

From all the videos I ve seen so far about bunions, yours was the most easy to comprehend and follow through out. The information on the hip and toe relationship has been so revealing and now everything concerning bunions makes sense to me. Thank you for being thorough and at the same time easy to listen to, concentrating only on the important things. Thank you for the exercises, just did them and I can feel a difference straight away.

@nicolecandelierbourrier6292 2 ай бұрын

We really have to thank you for these easy, really effective exercices. Admiration for generously sharing your expert knowkedge.

@hankenson Ай бұрын

You explain things beautifully!

@viv8117 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this help. Very grateful. I didn’t think there was anything to be done!

@noelleboehm1142 2 ай бұрын

Thank You. My Dad has a Bunion and he cannot have anymore surgery. This Video will really help me.

@user-me4vh8wi5n 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this information, which I will follow. I love that you explain the body mechanics, the exercises with easy to follow demonstrations , but also direct treatment. I.e., massage and strength. Amazing.

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for your feedback it's good to know my approach works for my audience!

@fredseeley4996 Ай бұрын

THIS WAS A VERY INFORMATIVE, EXCELLENT PRESENTATION IN DEALING WITH BUNIONS. I HAVE HAD A BUNION FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND IT'S IRONIC THAT MUCH OF THE INFORMATION AND EXAMPLES HE SHARED, I INSTINCTIVELY TRIED AT HOME, BUT THE EXERCISES ARE NEW TO ME AND I WILL BE TRYING THOSE NOW AS WELL!! THANK YOU FOR YOUR INFORMATIVE, NO- NONSENSE PRESENTATION!!

@theclapaolini4322 3 ай бұрын

Very helpful all the time and thank you You are a great teacher.

@lifengli116 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your teaching!

@ToddMaibach 4 ай бұрын

You always have quality and helpful content. Thank you!

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Just glad I can help!

@suelongview9925 Ай бұрын

This is going to be a game changer for me! Ty! I’m off to buy your book 😍

@myforgetful1 3 ай бұрын

Will, thanks for sharing these great tips to prevent or improve bunions. Your instructions are very clear and concise. I just found your website so I will keep in touch with my progress.

@RoundHillKennels 5 күн бұрын

This is the best video I’ve seen regarding bunions! Thank you!!

@sophieperras9909 11 күн бұрын

Very interesting explanations. I had a bunion operated done by a wonderful surgeon. The non invasive method came from the US, but was improved by Spanish surgeons. No pain at all , I followed the instructions given to me after the operation. When I came back after a month for a check up I congratulated the surgeon for the great work. His answer really was astonishing : But Mam it's not only me, it's also you who helped in following my instructions. I need an operation for the second foot. I will do the exercises advised by HT Physio and see if I can fix it myself. The explanations on how to correct a bunion on the screen are fine except that the written part is hiding the pictures of the foot. It's a pity! It would be lovely if a solution could be found. Thanks for your work.

@marylove909 12 күн бұрын

I would love a video like this for tailors bunions!

@Marychange Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! This is fantastic. Mine are bad, and I never thought I could do much about them. I have started with some stretches and spacers, but this video gets to the root. And you make it easy and clear. You are a gifted teacher. There is not one thing here, that I cant use. Thank you for this detail. It is remarkable. Much gratitude to you!

@cjohnikin Ай бұрын

Love this video! I originally thought the deformed bone was the result of heels, but I realized I only wore wide toed heels, not pointy ones (didn't like the style and my feet were too wide for a pleasing look lol!). A few years ago I began to have issues with my back and started seeing a chiropractor who informed that the left side of my body was weak and while watching your video realized that is the side where the bone protrudes on my foot. He also told me to include the same exercise you suggested (The Clam) to help strengthen my hip. Also, I noticed that my leg does swing inward more.. I never imagined the issues with my hip and weaknesses could cause this issue. I just considered having surgery to correct this issue but now will no longer entertain this option. I am definitely adding your band exercise daily. I have already removed heels (began falling). Thanks again for your generosity!!! Blessings.

@AnnMitt 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video!!!

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@pohlan1 Ай бұрын

Thank you Mr. HT Physio for your videos done for the over 50s. I will practise your recommendations.

@shirleytucker7498 2 ай бұрын

So glad I found you. Amazing help for a gal over 70. Definitely plan to buy your book. I'll keep watching your videos. Thanks from Canada!!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

So pleased my channel has been helpful, that's fantastic to hear! And I hope you find my book interesting if you do choose to purchase it - a lot of time and effort went into it! I hope you have a great weekend :)

@triciaatcheson7443 2 ай бұрын

Very clear, well explained and easy to follow. Thanks for your help.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

So pleased my video offered some actionable help!

@denise2169 4 ай бұрын

I have been doing these and other similar exercises, and by working on them over time, my big toe is much straighter! Barefoot shoes are not necessary, but strengthening these different muscles is important.

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Keep up the great work!

@dianalozano5274 Ай бұрын

Thank u

@lindamaturan2134 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, really informative. Very useful

@lisadees71 4 ай бұрын

I just want to say thank you for making your videos so easy to follow and completely understand without having anything hurt I'm getting results

@user-zm5yg1nl8e 25 күн бұрын

Thank you so much. You are the best. How wonderful - I live in the U.S. and will purchase your book. Thanks again.

@tundratraveller1990 2 ай бұрын

Your information, explanations, demonstrations and exercises are very helpful! Thanks for sharing your knowledge in this community.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

I'm thankful I have the platform on which to share my work and I'm so pleased people find it useful!

@margaretlouis5172 4 ай бұрын

Very helpful, Will. I have that very problem, and I now understand how it's caused and what I can do minimize it. Thank you.

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Happy to help!

@TonBen2000 4 ай бұрын

Thank you Will, That was most helpful. I have just shown it to a colleague who will benefit from your advice.

@ToniDJohns 23 күн бұрын

Wow !!! What you just presented is exactly what I'm facing!! The right foot bunion is from when I worked as a stage performance dancer. I'll be working this thru for sure. Thank You !!!

@bohelenlee12321 2 күн бұрын

Thank you for all the massage techniques, i am a medical massage therapist, i was massaging all the muscles and the movement you teach, i could feel the tension and tenderness behind each muscles, thank you, now i could help myself and others❤😊🙏

@HT-Physio 3 сағат бұрын

I'm so pleased you found my video helpful, it's great to hear others will benefit from your work too!

@sylviamcneil7721 Ай бұрын

So happy I found your video!! I see a bunion starting to form on my right foot and just followed along with you with these exercises and already my foot is aligned. I’ll be doing this daily to prevent the bunion!! Thank you 💃💃💃

@marymoeller4742 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!! These tips are the best I've heard! I'm struggling with bunions on both feet and plan to do these exercises.

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best!

@user-bp5rr5pq4h 2 ай бұрын

Amazing explanations! Thank you!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Very happy to help!

@kendylhoudyshell1399 4 ай бұрын

Great video Will I don't have bunions but have peripheral neuropathy in my feet. These exercises will really help ❤

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best!

@shonnarobertson6462 4 ай бұрын

Brilliant advice as always Will.

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@deborahhenderson2506 2 күн бұрын

This was so informative and incredibly useful.. thank you so much I am now subscribed for more informative advice … thank you so much 🎉❤

@qqqqcccc5937 15 күн бұрын

Thank you, I'm definitely going to try this.

@lauriebartlett5668 2 ай бұрын

These were similar to ones I did at PT which was encouragement to follow you. I did not know that clans can help my feet. Thank you.

@sharonaccola6507 12 күн бұрын

Thanks for a great video. I’m anxious to try it. I didn’t know there are exercises to treat bunions.

@morganhypnosishealing5150 2 ай бұрын

Wow, you make this so understandable, thankyou so much. The clam exercise really opened my eyes as I've had 2 hip replacements on my right hip and could really feel those muscles work.

@user-yy9ve9bs9t 12 күн бұрын

Very Useful & Helpful Advice .. ❤ Thank you ❤

@rajisugumaran Ай бұрын

I am in my late sixties. Have been suffering from bunion issue for sometime now. Was recommended to go for surgery without proper explanation or information. Luckily I avoided it. Saw your video at the right time. Very well explained and demonstrated. Will definitely follow the exercises. Thank you.

@sulekhasharma4677 3 ай бұрын

Wonderful video , very helpful. Am gonna grab the book .thank you

@HT-Physio 3 ай бұрын

So pleased the video was helpful, thank you for supporting my book, I hope you find it incredibly useful!

@banasrighoshsen519 Ай бұрын

Nice and very helpful!! Thanks.

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Pleased it was helpful!

@Maria-iu3ed 2 ай бұрын

Very helpful content, great video!!! God bless you, Will, you are a great scientist!!!❤

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

So pleased you found it helpful - thank you for your kind words!

@minhho8545 Ай бұрын

It s amazing I working on it I feel its helps so much.Thank you

@lesleycrane7474 4 ай бұрын

Lots of helpful info. Can I do the resistance band exercise when I have a meniscus injury please.

@childcrone 4 ай бұрын

With shoes I also think it's so important to have them stay wide out at the toes. Those Nikes are wide across the ball alright, but then taper in on the toes. In movements when the foot is pressed against the inside edge or into the toe, there will be those outward-bending forces on the big toe that you don't want. I really appreciated the clear explanation & visual location of those particular foot muscles to address.

@susyg2974 4 ай бұрын

Those shoes are hard to find though aren't they!

@childcrone 4 ай бұрын

@@susyg2974 Not too hard these days :~) There are many brands making good, natural-function-friendly shoes. Three I have experience with and can happily suggest are Splay!, Vivobarefoot, and Altra. But if you're referring to in actual stores, yes, that's true!

@pennywebster2358 3 ай бұрын

I have found a sports shoe called Altra and their toe boxes are foot shape. Alton Sports In Farnham have a good range of them

@childcrone 3 ай бұрын

@@pennywebster2358 Yes, I had a good experience with some Altra trail runners.

@susyg2974 3 ай бұрын

@@pennywebster2358 thank you for the tip. I'll take a look!

@louisemckiernan7591 Ай бұрын

Definitely will be practising your exercises, Will. Thank you

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best :)

@SophiaLove_ 4 ай бұрын

Many thanks!!!!

@pollywilson2075 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this vital information ❤

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Pleased I'm able to share my work!

@pammuir5364 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the recommended exercises

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

@EverydayLifeandScience 4 ай бұрын

I am 71, female from New Delhi. Faulty footware has given me a big painful bunion on my left toe. Now I can only wear V strap slippers (foot-thongs), which can get pretty uncomfortable in the winters, when closed shoes are needed. Your video-advice is making a lot of sense and I have saved it to refer to it regularly. Thanks a lot. Best wishes from U tube channel 'Everyday Life and Science' Sudipta Ghose

@emilympiti5131 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much,I reay needed to hear this

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Happy I could help!

@nikolinkaivanova7645 Ай бұрын

Than you very much for your wonderful & helpful video! You are a very noble man! God bless you! ❤

@carolynmalek3202 2 ай бұрын

Looking forward to trying these exercises!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best!

@gloriaolivarez9812 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for help

@geogriapeach5211 Ай бұрын

Amazing. Thank you.

@sophieamirian6726 4 ай бұрын

THANKS DOCTOR ❤ VERY HELPFUL ❤ PLEASE AN ADVISE FOR HAND AND FINGERS ❤

@freeiran4885 2 ай бұрын

This video is the best explanation about how to fix bunions I’ve seen so far. Thank you so much!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

You're very welcome!

@deerobins9086 Ай бұрын

Excellent advice. Thank you. 🖐😁

@satyapremhiremath7648 4 ай бұрын

Great tests. You are excellent. I am 62 years and you have motivated me a lot.

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

That's great to hear!

@kellylund5625 4 күн бұрын

Great video! I was originally watching to help my bf, he has a bunion on one foot but I Loved learning how to prevent them so I will be doing that too! Thank you😁

@evelynbuchanan1248 2 ай бұрын

Great - definitely going to try these.

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best!

@janegrant730 6 күн бұрын

very helpful

@LINDAWATSONYIPPE 2 ай бұрын

Hi Will, came across you by accident, it was your video on bunions that caught my eye as have one. So glad I did. Learnt so much from you already. Watched a couple of your videos so far, thank you for doing them. I am now subscribed.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for subscribing - I'm so pleased my video was helpful!

@paulapierce8359 2 ай бұрын

Thankyou Will - just found you and already subscribed and watched four videos !!!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and subscribing!

@finedesigns471 11 күн бұрын

Excellent tips

@elisataleu5 Ай бұрын

Thank you.

@user-ye9ul4sr9b Ай бұрын

Fantastic Thank you so much You are so so good Big thank You for helping people help themselves .

@HT-Physio 26 күн бұрын

My pleasure, I'm pleased my work can be of help!

@Meraikie 4 ай бұрын

Thank you! I have had operation on both bunions years back, but the right one is now back (gradualky of course) and my big toe is more inwards, my hip has been troubling me for years and my feet are both sagging to the inside... exactly as you've shown! I will start these massages and exercises definitely, thank you!

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Wishing you all the best!

@susancrushton7419 Ай бұрын

Great video. I had several issues after hip Ewings in the 80s and dxr, so i think, along with both parents, either having a bunion or hammer toes, which they kindly passed onto me. This contributed to my gate and ankles rolling inwards, and in recent years, many falls. The last one was going over on my ankle while running for a bus and causing a severe tear in my hamstring. Unable to sit long now receiving physio. 😢 Thankfully, with guys like yourself, I can check these exercises to prevent ongoing discomfort..x

@theresabowdoin7333 2 ай бұрын

So glad I found you!!

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

Happy to be able to share my work with you!

@rebeccawu6863 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for this wonderful video, you explained so well, and I will try it .

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

You are very welcome 😊

@joangerardi1349 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! This was an amazing treatment to share.

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

So pleased I am able to share my work!

@mildredafshin2349 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great advice it’s not too complicated and simple. I had knee surgery. I’ve had a lot of these complications and I’m so glad that I can try something that will prevent me from having another bunion surgery or help me recover from my knee and ankle issues.

@HT-Physio 2 ай бұрын

I hope my video proves beneficial - wishing you all the best :)

@angelaheintzelman5976 Ай бұрын

I was told i needed arch support but they caused me more pain. Im currently using a splint at night and just received barefoot shoes! Going to try theses exercises as well! Thank you for the information. It makes so much more sense.

@mimidang3632 2 ай бұрын

Hello Will, I followed your advice to massage where it gave me pain with some medicated oil. And wore toes spacer all day, including at nights. Amazingly, the throbbing pain went away in a few days!!! I had bunion surgery on the left foot. Don’t want to go thru surgery again. Took forever to heal my left foot. Thanks so much for healing video 👍

@sharmilasaha7265 4 ай бұрын

Very helpful video regarding bunions Thank you Will

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Happy to help!

@danibegg157 4 ай бұрын

Great video nobody has ever told me this

@debbiekalynuk4217 Ай бұрын

Great information! Thank you!

@HT-Physio Ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lilyfox4042 2 ай бұрын

Thanks will, I will have a go and do it. See it work. 👍👍🙂

@payaliaa1 4 сағат бұрын

Thank you for sharing the exercise for bunions toes. As my daughter is suffering with this toes. Will definitely try and get back to you.

@joycey4754 15 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@bharatishah4351 4 ай бұрын

Always your videos are so good and really this video is with good explanation some how I have to try and definitely it will help and work Thanks a lot 👍👌🙏🏻

@HT-Physio 4 ай бұрын

Happy to help!