Bunions: Relief and Correction from the Foot Specialists

Painful bump at the base of your big toe? We offer prompt appointments and effective, lasting relief.
A bunion (hallux valgus) develops when the big toe drifts toward the second toe and the joint pushes outward. Wider shoes and drugstore pads may ease the rubbing for a while, but they don’t stop the bunion from progressing.
At About Feet Podiatry Center, we treat the cause, not just the bump.
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Bunions vs. Tailor’s Bunions: What’s the Difference?

  • A bunion forms at the base of the big toe, where the joint angles outward and the toe leans toward its neighbors.
  • A tailor’s bunion (bunionette) forms on the outside of the foot at the base of the little toe.
Both are problems of bone alignment and pressure, not just a cosmetic bump.

Why You Should See Us

  • Bunions usually get worse over time and can lead to hammertoes, corns, calluses and joint arthritis.
  • Pads and spacers can ease symptoms, but they cannot realign the bone.
  • At About Feet Podiatry Center, we find what’s driving your bunion, relieve your pain and correct it when needed.
  • We treat adults and teens, since bunions can begin to develop at a young age.

Common Causes

  • Inherited foot shape and structure
  • Tight, narrow or pointed shoes
  • High heels that push weight onto the toes
  • Flat feet or excess pronation
  • Loose ligaments or arthritis
  • Previous injury to the foot

How We Treat Bunions

We focus on both immediate comfort and long-term correction:
  • Padding and shoe changes: bunion shields, spacers and wide toe box footwear to reduce pressure
  • Custom orthotics: to control the foot mechanics that worsen bunions
  • Anti-inflammatory care: to calm a painful, swollen joint
  • Minimally invasive bunion surgery: realigning the bone through tiny incisions, often with less pain and an earlier return to walking
  • In-office surgical suite: many procedures are done right in our office

Prevention Tips

  • Wear shoes with a wide, deep toe box
  • Limit high heels and pointed shoes
  • Use custom orthotics if you have flat feet
  • Watch for changes in your toe’s angle or new pain
  • Address bunions early, while you have more options

Get Relief from Bunions Today

Don’t ignore a growing bump or ongoing toe pain. It’s your foot’s way of signaling a structural problem.
At About Feet Podiatry Center, we’ll:
  • Diagnose the cause and severity
  • Relieve your pain
  • Offer minimally invasive correction when appropriate
  • Help you get back to walking comfortably in your shoes
Let the board-certified foot specialists relieve your bunion pain and correct the problem at its source.

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Our foot and ankle team sees patients for bunions at our office in Exton, PA. Patients visit us from all over the region, including Eagleview, Chester Springs, Malvern, Downingtown, Coatesville, West Chester, Honey Brook, and beyond.