How your podiatrists in Woodbridge, Chantilly, and Sterling, VA, and White Plains, or Crofton, MD, can help with bunion pain
When you have a bunion, it can be annoying. Having a bunion can also be painful, making it difficult to put on shoes, and walk or stand. Fortunately, your podiatrist is an expert at getting rid of bunions, and can give you relief from bunion pain.
The podiatrists at Potomac Podiatry Group provide comprehensive foot and ankle care, including treatments for bunions. They have several convenient office locations in Woodbridge, Chantilly, and Sterling, VA, and White Plains, or Crofton, MD, to help you and your feet.
Bunions are caused by a genetic bone deformity which causes the big toe joint to protrude outward. Women are more prone to bunions, because they often wear narrow, pointed shoes, which crush the toes together. High heels make things worse by forcing the toes forward.
When you have a bunion, it will look like a bony bump on the side of your big toe. You may notice redness, swelling, and pain.
There are several easy remedies you can try if the bunion is small. You can:
- Place ice packs on the bunion to reduce swelling
- Wear pads or inserts to cushion the bunion
- Cushion or tape the bunion to add support
- Take over-the-counter pain and anti-inflammatory medication to reduce swelling and pain
- Change to wider, more supportive shoes with more room for your toes
Large, painful bunions need to be seen by your podiatrist. There are several options to treat bunions, including:
- Custom-fit orthotics and footwear to provide support
- Corticosteroid injections around the bunion to reduce swelling
- Prescription-strength anti-inflammatory medications to reduce pain and inflammation
Large, painful bunions that interfere with your mobility may require surgery. Your podiatrist can discuss this option with you.
To learn more about the causes and treatments for bunions, call the podiatrists at Potomac Podiatry Group, You can reach them in Woodbridge, VA, by calling (703) 583-5959, Chantilly, VA, at (703) 490-5599, or Sterling, VA, at (703) 444-9555, White Plains, MD, at (301) 645-1406, or in Crofton, MD, by calling (410) 721-4505. Call today.