Bunion (hallux valgus)

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A bunion (hallux valgus) is a deformity caused by the base joint of the big toe developing sideways. This pushes the bones of the big toe towards the smaller toes.

If you have a bunion, try to stay positive. There’s a lot you can do to help yourself.


A bunion (hallux valgus) is a deformity caused by the base joint of the big toe developing sideways. This pushes the bones of the big toe towards the smaller toes.

If you have a bunion, try to stay positive. There’s a lot you can do to help yourself.


If you have a bunion, try to stay positive. There’s a lot you can do to help yourself.

Symptoms

Bunions can cause:

pain and stiffness of the big toe joint swelling of the big toe joint – the foot may become so wide it can be difficult to find wide enough shoes difficulty walking