Let our Podiatrists Impede the Development of your Bunion – Request an appointment today.
A bunion is a combination of an enlargement of the joint at the base and side of the big toe as well as the big toe being angled towards the rest of the toes (this angulation is known as Hallux Valgus).
A bunion can lead to other foot deformities and problems such as a hammer toe of the second toe, corns and calluses as well as ingrown toenails. So if the pain isn’t enough of a driving factor, the chance of developing these further complications should outline the importance and urgency of seeking treatment with a podiatrist.
The initial goal of treatment is to relieve pressure on the bunion and to halt or slow the progression of the joint deformity through manual therapy and other treatments. As bunions can be caused by a number of different factors, ranging from tight fitting footwear or injury to genetics (if you have a family history of bunions), our Podiatrists will diagnose the cause in order to provide you with a personalised treatment plan. We will assess your gait (the way you walk) to determine if there is any instability in your foot and if necessary, an orthotic device may be prescribed. We will also address any footwear issues that you may be having and advise you on more appropriate footwear if needed.
Our Podiatrists may then assess the instability in your foot through gait scan and then prescribe an orthotic device for your shoes to help correct this imbalance and stabilise the joint at the bunion area. If the problem persists and the pain doesn’t subside, then a surgical referral is necessary. Surgery is the only way to fully correct a bunion but our Podiatrist can help with the symptoms, can relieve some of the pain and pressure and can improve your range of motion. Post-surgery custom orthotics can help to prevent the bunion from developing again.
- Matthew Smith,
BSc Podiatry SCPI
Please visit our individual clinic location pages for pricing information.
To easily book & manage your appointment online now, simply choose your preferred location, and then select the time and date that suits you.
If this is your first time booking online with us, you will need to register an account as your first step. Return bookings will need to sign into their account. Please note that the appointment will only be successfully booked when payment goes through and you receive an appointment confirmation email (in addition to the email confirming account registration, if it is your first time).
Monday – Friday: 8am to 8pm
Saturday: 9am to 5pm
Sunday: Closed
*Please note, opening times can vary between clinics
This service is available in any of our nationwide clinics.
We work with all major insurers – Vhi, Laya and Irish Life. We recommend you check your own policy for its terms and conditions to see what cover you have.
Our Patient Services team is available to help you Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Call Us: 01 679 9685
We’ve treated over 250,000 patients across our nationwide clinics.
© Spectrum Health 2024
