Best Shoes for Bunions

FAQs

• What is a bunion?

  Bunions, or hallux valgus, are simply your toe bones out of their proper alignment. Contrary to how they might appear, bunions are not a separate “bump” or growth on your joint. Bunions can be genetically inherited and worsen through prolonged use of too-narrow footwear.

• How do you get bunions?

  A bunion develops when excessive pressure gets continually placed on the big toe or pinky toe joints, forcing them to push outward in unnatural—often painful—ways. Over time, this condition creates an angle in the joint where there should be a straight line, causing pain, redness, and swelling—especially when you’re on your feet all day.

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• What is a bunionette?

  This is a bunion that forms on the joint where your little toe meets your foot. It’s also called a “tailor’s bunion." Tailors were known to sit cross-legged for long hours, which put pressure on that side of their feet and led to bunions near their pinky toes.

• What shoes are best for bunions?

  The best shoes for bunions—for women and men—allow for plenty of room for your metatarsal joints to breathe. They should feature a wide toe box to reduce pressure on the big and pinky toe joints, quality arch support for all-day stamina, and shock-absorbing cushion to help relieve impact.

• How do I treat bunions?

  There are many things you can do to try and treat your bunions. Ice, padding, medication and even surgery to remove the bunion are all options, but you can also try changing your shoes! Shoes for Bunions should have lots of toe room and have heels that are lower than 2 inches. Any sort of higher heel puts pressure on the front of your foot. Try and stay away from any shoe that are tight in the toe area. You dont want to crowd your toes.