Recognise the problem.
The big toe drifts towards the neighbouring toes. Pain, irritation from footwear and difficulty walking can occur. Appearance alone does not decide treatment.
Orthopaedics · foot health
Hallux valgus — a painful bunion
When pressure from a shoe or the position of your big toe changes your step, we start with your symptoms and a foot assessment.
Arrange an assessment ↗Assessment in your everyday life.
We discuss your symptoms, shoes and activities. An examination and, when appropriate, standing X-rays help assess bone alignment and the joints.
A plan adapted to your foot.
Wider footwear and measures that reduce pressure may ease symptoms. Persistent pain despite nonsurgical care can prompt a discussion about correction and recovery.
Understanding the foot
An image is part
of a bigger picture.
Foot shape, footwear, movement and imaging findings all have a place in the conversation. We look at them together during an assessment.
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