Learn More About Bunions

A bunion, or hallux valgus (pronounced ha·luhks vaal·guhs), is a bony bump caused by a deformity at the first metatarsocuneiform joint (MCJ) in the mid-foot. This bump typically forms when the big toe shifts inward toward the second toe, while the forefoot moves out of alignment due to joint instability.

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Common Contributors to Bunions

Genetics
Fallen arches
Injuries
Neuromuscular problems-—mostly seen in more complex or pediatric cases
Occupational stress on the feet—especially when paired with unsupportive footwear
Pronated feet (feet that roll inward when walking or running)
Wearing poorly fitting or restrictive footwear—a major contributor in many cases
Wearing high heels
Ligament laxity or joint instability—often inherited

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Symptoms of Bunions

A bony bump on the side of your foot at the base of the great toe
Clavi (Corns) or other irritations caused by the overlap of the great and second toes
Pain, redness, or swelling at the metatarsophalangeal joint
Restricted or painful movement of the great toe
Abnormal gait

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Conservative Treatment for Bunions

Changing to carefully fitted footwear designed to accommodate the bunion (anatomically correct shoes)
Functional exercises to maintain joint mobility and prevent stiffness or arthritis
Custom crafted orthotics to immobilize the forefoot deformity
Protective padding to help reduce friction against shoes

Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction

Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction is an advanced procedure that addresses the root cause of the bunion by correcting the misalignment in three dimensions. This technique not only removes the prominent bump (medial eminence) but also restores proper toe alignment and stabilizes the joint at its foundation.

A Recognized Lapiplasty® Centurion Center

Dr. Edward Lang is a nationally recognized expert in 3D bunion correction. As a Lapiplasty® Centurion surgeon, he has demonstrated exceptional proficiency and surgical volume in performing this advanced, joint-stabilizing procedure.

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References

American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) – FootHealthFacts.org

Mayo Clinic: Bunions – Symptoms and Causes

Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction – Treace Medical Concepts, Inc. https://www.lapiplasty.com

Coughlin MJ, Saltzman CL, Anderson RB. Mann’s Surgery of the Foot and Ankle, 9th ed. Elsevier; 2014.

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