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Bunions & Hammertoes

Foot and Ankle Surgeons of Oklahoma can effectively treat and help prevent bunions and hammertoes. A bunion, also known as hallux values, is a painful, bony bump at the inside of the big toe. The metatarsal bone moves inward, and the bone of the toe moves in the other direction. Because of this, the big toe joint becomes enlarged and inflamed. Similarly, a hammertoe is a deformity where there is a bend in the middle joint of a toe, usually the second, third or fourth toe.

Causes

Over time, the practice of wearing improperly fitting shoes increases your risk of developing bunions or hammertoes. High heels, shoes with narrow toes or shoes that do not fit properly all force the feet into unnatural positions. For this reason, women are more likely than men to get bunions and hammertoes. However, some people are more prone to bunions and hammertoes because of the natural shape of their feet. Inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis may also make bunions more likely.

Symptoms

Symptoms of bunions and hammertoes include:

  • Inflammation
  • Pain and difficulty walking
  • Calluses or corns on the bump
  • Hardened skin on the bottom of the foot
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Treatments

Foot and Ankle Surgeons of Oklahoma is committed to providing personalized, effective and advanced treatments to correct or remove bunions or hammertoes. Both conditions can often be treated without surgery. Wearing proper footwear is the first step in alleviating the pain of bunions or hammertoes. Shoes should have a low heel and a wide toe box to allow the foot to stretch out.

In some cases, surgery may be necessary. Our team of orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists and athletic trainers are highly skilled in foot deformity reconstruction, which provides immediate relief for bunions and hammertoes, in addition to other problems affecting the foot.

To schedule an appointment, call us at 405-463-4140.

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We now offer Lapiplasty®3D Bunion Surgery.  A popular emerging alternative to traditional bunion osteotomy, Foot and Ankle Surgeons of Oklahoma are proudly certified in Lapiplasty®. This breakthrough surgical option utilizes medical grade titanium to stabilize the metatarsal joint and eliminate the root cause of the bunion.

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