Wearing the wrong kind of shoes, such as high heels with pointed toes and other footwear that is too tight, can also make a bunion worse. Shoes with narrow toe boxes squeeze the toes and gradually push the foot bones further out of alignment. You might be able to slow the development of a bunion by wearing shoes with wide toe boxes and using custom orthotics to cushion the ball of the foot. 

Early Diagnosis of Bunions Gives You More Treatment Options

If you have a bump forming at the base of your big toe, you might have a bunion. You can meet with Dr. K for a definitive diagnosis and to learn about your treatment options. Make an appointment in our Woodland Hills office or schedule a virtual consultation from outside California to find out if we can help you. Contact us online or call 877-FOOT-911 today to learn about your options.

Dr. Alireza Khosroabadi
Dr. Alireza Khosroabadi
World renowned foot surgeon helping patients find relief from all types of foot pain.