Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
About the Condition
A Bunion is more properly referred to as "Hallux Valgus". This a common foot problem which affects mainly ladies though it can and does affect men. Although it is more common in adults I do see a significant number of children with this condition. In children the condition is referred to as "juvenile hallux valgus".
Bunions are known to be a progressive condition. It is expected that the toe will continue to drift out of alignment with time and the forefoot to splay [become wider] as the bones become more separated. As a result of the deformity secondary problems arise.
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Causes of Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
We do not know the exact cause of bunions. We do know that the following factors can be important:
• Family history of bunions [i.e. an inherited tendency]
• Footwear
• Shape of the metatarsal head
• Some types of arthritis
Making the Diagnosis
You will require a careful and detailed examination of your feet which will include and assessment of how well the joint moves. Most patients who have bunions also need to have an x-ray as part of their preoperative evaluation.
Documents
001 Making an appointment (2010_M3)
002 C.V. (2010_M3)
002 Postoperative Instructions
002 Preoperative Information for Patients
007 About Bunions (2010_M3)
012 Distal metatarsal osteoomy
013 About Lapidus Operation
013 Scarf osteotomy
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