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Bunion and Hammertoe Treatment in Metro Detroit
Foot deformities cause pain and difficulty finding shoes. Custom orthotics slow progression, reduce discomfort, and improve function while you decide if surgical intervention is needed.
Understanding Bunions and hammertoes
Bunions and hammertoes are progressive foot deformities that can cause significant pain and difficulty with footwear. While severe cases may require surgery, custom orthotics and conservative treatment can relieve pain, slow progression, and help many patients avoid surgery.
Common Causes
- Genetics and inherited foot structure
- Improper footwear (narrow, high heels)
- Flat feet or overpronation
- Arthritis
- Neuromuscular conditions
- Injury or trauma to foot
Signs & Symptoms
- Visible bump at base of big toe (bunion)
- Bent or curled toes (hammertoes)
- Pain and tenderness at deformity
- Difficulty finding comfortable shoes
- Corns and calluses from friction
- Redness and swelling
- Limited toe movement
When to Seek Professional Care
- Deformity is causing pain
- Difficulty finding comfortable footwear
- Deformity appears to be progressing
- Conservative measures havent helped
- Want to avoid or delay surgery
Frequently Asked Questions About Bunions and hammertoes
Orthotics cant reverse bunions but can slow progression, relieve pain, and improve function. By correcting biomechanical issues that worsen bunions, orthotics help many patients avoid surgery.
Surgery is considered when conservative treatment fails to provide adequate relief and the bunion significantly impacts quality of life. We always try conservative approaches first.
Choose shoes with wide toe boxes, low heels, and good arch support. Avoid pointed toes and high heels.
We can recommend specific footwear and shoe modifications.
We can recommend specific footwear and shoe modifications.
Mild to moderate hammertoes often respond well to orthotics, toe exercises, and proper footwear. Rigid hammertoes that dont straighten may eventually require surgery if conservative treatment fails.
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