Podiatrists and foot surgeons have traditionally relied on a surgical procedure called an osteotomy to correct bunions — or the painful bony bumps that form on the joint at the base of the big toe.

Bunions are joint foot deformities that cause pain, inflammation, and difficulty walking. They form when the big toe joint bends inward, causing the big toe to point towards the other toes. This can ...

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - Pain, discomfort, and difficulty wearing shoes are the effects of living with a bunion or hammertoe, both common and visible foot conditions. “A bunion is just a prominence on the ...

Four common toe problems can affect your appearance, as they cause deformities in bones and joints. These conditions, such as bunions, hammertoe, and hallux rigidus, may also cause significant pain ...

Surgery isn't always the answer for common foot problems, and getting them treated can be life-changing. Tammy Hernandez met with Trevor Haynes, DPM, podiatrist and owner of Elite Foot and Ankle ...

With advances in orthopedic technology and surgical precision, modern bunion surgery procedures now use keyhole incisions, ...

Bunions are a progressive bone and soft tissue disorder affecting the big toe, often causing pain and a noticeable bump. Risk factors for bunions include genetics, walking dynamics, and injury, ...

Dr. Jared Littlejohn specializes in all aspects of podiatry and surgery of the foot and ankle. Utilizing both conservative and surgical treatment, his expertise includes bunion and hammertoe ...

Talk about putting your best foot forward. A woman recovering from surgery celebrated her birthday by slicing off the bunion on an 18-inch cake shaped like a foot, complete with ankle bracelet and ...

Bunions are more than just a nuisance they can be downright painful. And the embarrassing bump at the base of your big toe can make you think twice before slipping on your favorite strappy sandals.

Medicare will cover bunion surgery, also called bunionectomy, when a doctor considers it medically necessary. A doctor may recommend bunion surgery to address significant pain or correct a structural ...