A bunion is a bony bump that grows on the joint where your big toe and the second toe meet. Bunions develop when tendons and ligaments surrounding your big toe gradually tighten and force the joints of your big toe to bend toward your other toes. The added pressure from these tightened tendons or ligaments can cause pain, redness, inflammation, and a bump to form on the big toe joint.

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Bunions often worsen over time and can become painful enough to limit your activities. Bunion surgery is a common procedure for correcting bony bumps and repositioning the toe joints. Some people may be surprised that chiropractic treatment has been shown as an effective non-surgical alternative in treating bunions. Chiropractors can provide treatment that includes chiropractic manipulations or adjustments, mobilization, and massage of the foot.

Chiropractic care for bunions treatments

Bunions are a common foot deformity. Fortunately, there is a way to treat the condition without the need for invasive surgery. Chiropractic care usually involves the following;

• Chiropractic manipulation is done to reposition and realign the foot and lower extremity.
• Manual therapy such as mobilizations, myofascial release, and trigger point work along with therapeutic exercises for increased mobility of the foot and ankle. Also, strengthening the muscles of the leg, foot, and lower back may help to reduce the progression of bunion deformities.
• Spinal adjustments can correct any spinal misalignments and relieve pain and discomfort associated with bunions.
• Electrotherapy such as ultrasound, short waves diathermy, interferential current treatments, or low levels of laser treatments.
• Custom orthotics to support the arch of your foot and help reduce pressure on the bunion area.

Chiropractors may also recommend ice or heat packs, activity modification (avoid wearing shoes that crowd your toes), and anti-inflammatory medications for inflammation associated with bunions.

Bunions are often caused by wearing shoes that crowd your toes, which can put pressure on the bunion area. If you have a bunion, your doctor of chiropractic may recommend avoiding these types of shoes and suggest shoes that give room for your big toe.