Can a Bunion Go Away on Its Own?
The odds of your bunion going away on its own are less than the odds of you winning the Mega Millions Jackpot. The short answer; No, your bunion will not go away on its own. Bunions are structural deformities of the foot that you generally inherit, or at least the mechanics that cause it. Bunions are characterized by a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe. They form slowly over years and worsen without proper management. While the pain and symptoms associated with bunions can sometimes be alleviated through various treatments, the bunion itself typically requires the experience of a skilled surgeon like Dr. Biesinger to correct it.
Treatment Options
- Non-surgical treatments: These include wearing comfortable, well-fitting shoes, using padding or orthotic devices, and taking pain relievers. These methods can help manage symptoms but will not eliminate the bunion. One of easiest tricks you can do to help your bunion pain is to have your shoes stretched! You can do this at home or you can take them to a shoe repairman, aka a Cobbler, or leather repair center
- Surgical treatments: Surgery is the only way to make your bunion go away. Surgical options vary, and Dr. Biesinger is trained in every type of bunion correction. He knows which procedures work, and which ones do not. Did you know, there are over 100 different bunion corrective procedures?
Dr. Biesinger is excited to discuss your options with you. If "your dogs are barking," give us a call now. They won't stop barking on their own.
