Bunions
Bunions are misaligned big toe joints that can become swollen and tender, causing the first joint of the big toe to slant outward, and the second joint to angle toward the other toes. Bunions tend to be hereditary, but can be aggravated by shoes that are too narrow in the forefoot and toe. Surgery by a podiatric physician is frequently recommended to correct the problem.

Pre-operative X-ray

Post-operative X-ray

 

The above patient had severe bunion pain prior to surgery that prevented him from exercising regularly, as well as wearing many types of shoes. Immediately after surgery he never required crutches. He returned to sneakers 24 days after surgery. He returned to working out in his guy 28 days after surgery. He ran 4 miles 48 days after surgery. Today he reports no pain and is able to wear any shoe style he wants.