[ Ссылка ] - A bunion can be defined as the bony distortion of the joint that normally occurs at the base of the big toe. Bunion’s medical name is Hallux Valgus. It is basically an extension of the joint at the base of the big toe, which normally occurs due to the misalignment of bones within the big toe. This problem can lead to pulling of the ligaments and tendon around the joint of the big toe and it may cause the soft tissue around the joint to get inflamed and uncomfortable. An additional bone formation or (exostosis) may occur within the joint which may cause the skin around it to become painful and weak. Over a period of time the cartilage in the joint area may rupture which may lead to arthritis. The main symptom of a bunion- where the big toe begins pointing towards other toes on the same foot. The Joint of the big toe can become considerably deformed and cause crowding around other toes on the same foot. The larger the bunion gets, the more painful it becomes to even walk and in this situation wearing any type of shoes may become very painful. Those who are suffering from bunion pain in Houston should contact Nagler Foot Center today.
