Bunions: Causes and Treatments

[@sandreawhite7534]

I don’t think it’s hereditary and I’ll tell you why. I had an identical twin sister. I wore high heels all my life, I danced ballroom dancing, waltz, foxtrot, cha-cha, swing, Samba, and tango in 2.5 to 3 inch heels for years, and I developed bunions and hammer toes and they were horrible. I had surgery, which is one of the best things I ever did. On the other hand, my twin sister had perfect feet she never wore heels ever. She always wore flats, and she had perfect feet, and we were identical. Great informative video.

[@SteveLaston-ji7gv]

I agree I mean what the shoe industry does to our feet I have a wider foot, very unlike the average and in europe NEW BALANCE and wider cut toe box have always been my friend

[@carltonthepug]

So you think when something is hereditary it means it happens in the family ALL THE TIME? It means you have a higher chance of getting whatever the issue is passed down to you. Many cases where it doesn’t. I have a family ailment that is hereditary and most of my family has it. I don’t.

[@trishaferreira2309]

I’ve had bunions on both feet for years. They don’t hurt and I could care less how they look. I wear wider comfortable shoes. My bunions are my own fault from many years of wearing ridiculous tight shoes for fashion. But I am grateful that they don’t hurt.

[@starbright1256]

Same

[@Kristenm28]

Same

[@gman77gas]

Same

[@Aashviaadya22]

Had bunion for more than 20 years. Can’t walk barefoot or on uneven soil. Otherwise ok

[@bopameef207]

When you say could care less, do you mean you do care a bit? Sorry english is not my first language

[@janetstraw191]

I really enjoyed this! Way back in 1985 (Chicago) I discovered a young podiatrist who did bunion surgery right in his office. A comfy op chair, local anesthesia between the toes (ouch!), headphones on to cancel out the noise of the drill - and about 30 minutes later I walked out in a surgical shoe. About four weeks later a tennis shoe - and then it was done! It was revolutionary at the time and I went for it to avoid general anesthesia. Wonderful result! To this day, my bunion is still gone! Thought this might interest you. Love your show, docs! 🙋‍♀️🥰🇺🇸👍‼️

[@TalkingWithDocs]

That is awesome. Thanks for the kind words

[@janetstraw191]

@@yurir.1840 🤣😂🤣

[@sarambe]

What was the procedure called ?

[@janetstraw191]

@@sarambe I don’t remember, exactly, but it was a ‘bunionectomy’ to me. An in-office removed of a bunion avoiding a hospital op with general anesthesia.🥰

[@kinderliving1]

Yes, I suffer from severe bunions for many years. However, anytime I have heard of anyone getting surgery they say it is so very, very painful.

[@janac2881]

So interesting docs. I just had bunion surgery Monday IT’s Saturday now. Painful but ok Have my foot propped up. Bought a scooter. I live alone My neighbor & son are helping me. My foot had become so deformed. I’m 72 & hopefully this will make my life much better. Jana - Texas

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Best of luck Jana!

[@almostthere6098]

How do I find a surgeon that can do the MIS procedure in Chicago ? Sometimes my bunions ache without footwear and I am sitting down!

[@MaMa-qh4dy]

Need a video on eye floaters --- causes and treatments. Thank you.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Ok!

[@evag5041]

Many years after surgery for Freiberg’s Infraction on the second metatarsal, removing the head, my big toe leans towards the smaller toes and I have a bunion. Got custom orthotics and shoes with a wide toe box. Comfort is everything.

[@elvishmaiden689]

Dear Doctors I wish I had a better Doctor with my bunion. I had a surgery right away he did not gave me any other choice!! He shaved off some of the bone, 3" cut several stiches. But the bump did not go away only get bigger!! & I suffer like hell with the pain after the surgery😫😣😫😣😫 even with pain killer. You know what?? I never went back to him!! I ended up with bigger bump😣😖☹

[@joannm.1756]

Wow has this surgery come a long way! I hate my bunions because they’re ugly but at least there’s no pain or impact on other toes. Great video!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes then you should keep them!

[@wordswordswords8203]

Foot problems. OMG. Here I go. I have a large bunion on my right foot. Very attractive. That's interesting that you say it's mostly hereditary. I was a mail carrier for 31 years. Walked A LOT. And often, especially in my younger years, my shoes were cheaper and often ill-fitting/tight/too short, etc. My podiatrist here thought that had something to do with me developing the bunion. My feet took terrible punishment throughout the course of my job. I've had plantar fasciitis, bunions, bone spurs on my heels, blisters, been on crutches. Now that I'm not doing that job anymore, I don't notice the bunion much unless I am trying to balance on that one leg like for a yoga pose for instance. It does throw off my balance because the bunion has deformed my foot. What helped me a lot was only wearing good comfortable shoes. I only have two pair that I wear, one is Birkenstock sandals (very good!) and the other is very high-end (I think it is the 928 shoe) New Balance walking shoe (very good!) AND, maybe most importantly, I wear a medically made orthotic (excellent) in my shoes which helps a lot with all of it. I want to say if you walk a lot especially, it's really important to make sure your footwear fits properly and has very good support and is WIDE ENOUGH to that the outside of your foot, especially in the area that a bunion could form, is not being pressed and squeezed. It cost more to buy very high quality foot wear and a professionally made orthotic but it's worth it and the higher quality stuff lasts a long time, too. I guess I got permission already to do the long comments, so I won't apologize this time. That look Dr. Zalzal gives at 7:43 LOL. Yes, we're listening! Also, the guest doctor seems very smart and chill. You have some very good doctors up there in Canada. Please send some down to the states. Thank you for another very informative and helpful video.

[@briizyfbaby16]

Wearing work shoes too small for my feet definitely caused mine. I worked at Hooters for 1 1/2 years and my feet were pounding after every shift. At about the 8 month mark is when the bunion appeared, swollen and tender.

[@wordswordswords8203]

@@briizyfbaby16 yeah, me too.

[@EL-mr8fp]

My Podiatrist only recommended custom orthopedic insert for my bad bunions. He said I needed to wear slippers/shoes with arch support at home. Bare feet is a no-no. And also if the soles of the sneakers/shoes can be bended by hand, they don’t provide enough support to the feet. The Podiatry Department recommends specific sneaker/shoe brands. To my surprise, some of them make sandals and heels also with arch support. Basically, when wearing shoes the lower legs should be 90 degrees to the ground. I always appreciate and learn from the videos of this channel. Would you consider making videos on ‘vertigo’ and ‘easy bruising’ please. Thank you.

[@donseiler1307]

Great video - I am researching options for my bunions. Thanks so much.

[@carnaubawax9405]

I remember coming across a research report on the search for new, high-performance pain killers that would be an improvement over current power narcotics. One of the testbeds they used was bunion surgery patients because of the degree of pain. Oh my gosh! I'm glad to see this excellent video that discusses the newer minimally invasive technique(s). Thanks for your informative and entertaining channel!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome. Glad you like it!

[@camilleriggan9555]

Thanks!!!!!!! Lots of good information. You men are great in your presentations!!!

[@libbyannstew8775]

Great video, thanks docs. I’d be interested to hear what Dr. Arora has to say about cheilectomy and cartiva implants for the treatment of hallux rigidus and the accompanying loss or range of motion and bone growth from arthritis on the top and sides of the big toe. This is my suggestion for a future video. Keep up the great work!

[@melissaweller3718]

I would like to hear about that too

[@vickiepatterson1748]

Another great and informative video with a wonderful guest speaker! I don't have a lot of issues with my feet although my mother did. She suffered so much that I wasn't going to take any chances. When she finally started buying comfortable and supportive shoes, so did I. I don't have a problem wearing wide shoes. I hate being squeezed into a tight fitting shoe.👠 My precautions have served me well and I will hopefully never have to have surgery! Thanks for sharing another great video and explaining about bunions! 👍

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome!

[@Shakespearelover1717]

I was a fourth generation bearer of bunions. I had them both removed in my 50s. No more bunions. I was glad I had the surgery and sorry I hadn’t done it sooner. I put up with far more discomfort than I should have.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad to hear you are ok now

[@CookingCanningAndBaking]

I had a bunion removed from my left foot in 1996, then my right foot in 1999. That was back when they did the long incision and a long recovery. I was on crutches for a while and it HURT a lot. I had an office job and remember my dad driving me to work and hobbling in every day. I had bone spurs removed from my 2nd toe during each surgery, so it was kind of a 2-for-1! To this day, I cannot bend my 2nd toe on my left foot since that surgery, but the bunions are still gone! And I (naughtily) DID go back to wearing cute shoes and boots. I'm addicted to them!

[@elvishmaiden689]

Dear DoktorsYour programs giving us hope 💙 love them!! Thank you💙I got a bunion early age. I wish I hade a better Dr😕 He did not gave me any other choice made a surgery right away😣He shaved off some of the bone, 3" cut, several stiches & after the surgery suffering like hell!!!😫😣😫😣😫😣😫😣😫😣even with strong pain killers!! The worst thing was that it got a lot bigger righ after the surgery so I suffered for nothing😣😖😣 You know what I never went back to see him again!!!!☹He was a butcher made everithing worse☹ it is nice to see that there are good Doctors out there!! Thank you

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear that. Hope things get better!

[@elvishmaiden689]

@@TalkingWithDocs thank you💙 I must contact the Dr. In your program💙 Is he in Vancouver?

[@karen-zb7pu]

I would like a video on dizziness and balance issue

[@pamelabrooks1944]

A friend of mine had bunion surgery recently on her big toe. Afterwords the second and third toes started curling under. Is this common? I hope not. What can she do? Thanks. Love your videos. Pam

[@opera.english.subtitles]

I'm kind of surprised the foot doc didn't mention the usefulness of arch supports. I have fairly flat feet which causes me to put my weight slightly on the insides of my feet. This causes the big toe to drift towards the other toes. I have fairly bad bunions now, but wearing arch supports when on my feet for long stints is a life saver. Without the supports, my bunions start to hurt.

[@patriciarandall]

I had the bunion surgery on my right foot in Jun 2023. I had both bunions done 22 years ago also. I have new problems now and a very flat foot. I do have new orthotics but I wonder if you could tell me what your arch supports are? I have called the surgeons office for a followup because although the old problem has been corrected, my new problems seem worse. The pain is so strong, I often wake during the night and limp during the day. many thanks in advance

[@denisemariner1235]

How about carpal tunnel, trigger finger/thumb issues? When does a patient need a stent versus cardiac bypass surgery? Kidney stones, UTIs.

[@MalowaAGIP]

I've had bunions since I could remember. Wearing heels made them worse. I'm seeing an orthopedic surgeon this week and want to learn as much as I can as I had surgery at 16 to fix my meniscus membrane. I wish I knew more then, as I've noticed now, they run in my family, including those who live in the rural area. I wish I'd done more over the years for foot strength and hip alignment. One foot hurts constantly now - the other one does not at all!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Best of luck

[@mareemcvilly455]

Very interesting I am having a lot of pain when I walk with my bunion

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear that

[@kevingarand1426]

Nice work guys!! I learned something....I don't have it, but I learned something.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Great to hear!

[@CindyCline-p1m]

He did not mention cortisone injections in the joint. That’s the one thing that works for me to alleviate the pain.

[@michelehawkins7659]

I was only 15 years old when I had bilateral bunionectomies. It was a wicked, long recovery. I had visible pins hanging out of my big toes and lower leg casts for 3 months! Fast forward to 2019... I had my left foot done again because my 2nd toe was displaced. I now have a hard time keeping that toe straight when walking and it does not bend at all. I always thought my bunions were from my boot ice skates as I started skating at 2 yrs old.

[@GreggBB]

I am getting them. The pain isn't too bad yet. I am guessing that will change in time. Then will head to Dr for it

[@gregknipe8772]

more about arthritic causes of bunions please.

[@bbyng7316]

Much more! 😮

[@chestnutoak1645]

Would you please discuss the differences between bunions, gout, arthritis of the toes, and necrotic foot disease like King Tut suffered? Thank you.

[@julietb5678]

Luckily my bunions haven't bothered me enough to require surgery. I would love to see a video on spinal stenosis, particularly cervical, as I am dealing with this now and running out of non-surgical options.

[@janetstraw191]

I have had this, also - since 1996! So far not much of a problem.

[@blynnhelak369]

My hubby has cervical stenosis. Actually all the way down. He’s a dr and finally had to have surgery. Only when he started having numbness in hands.

[@julietb5678]

@@blynnhelak369​​⁠I hope he is doing well. Thankfully, the ESI I had this summer stopped the radiculopathy I was having, so no more numbness. Fingers crossed that I don’t need surgery anytime soon!

[@hoboonwheels9289]

I wonder if orthotics would help?

[@julietb5678]

@@hoboonwheels9289 My Podiatrist hasn’t recommended that, perhaps I’ll ask the next time I see him.

[@debbiemullen2574]

Thank-You. Very informative.

[@Lori-zh2hv]

6 kids in our family. I had hand me downs. Yep. I'm the only child that takes after my father, I'm "flat-footed". I did have a hammer toe taken care of. I'm going to a different Dr to get a opinion on my bunions which hurts that are rubbing against my shoes. I've tried procedures. Did have surgery about 44 yrs ago. I'm active, go to gym but feet are my down fall and need help. I take gabapentin as there's nerve damage. No I'm not a diabetic but take alot. Thank you for this video Drs!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

You are very welcome. Best of luck to you

[@IMeMineWho]

Dr. Z was joking about the socks and sandals, however John Lennon made granny glasses cool, Buddy Holly eyeglasses enjoyed a comeback from hipsters that still remains..and of course there is Rodney Dangerfield "regular guy look". So maybe Dr. Z will popularize the socks and sandals look!

[@alc6799]

Great topic and one that affects me now. The wide shoes are my step.😊

[@PirateWW]

Love to hear a discussion on tension headaches and occipital neuralgia please!!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Ok added to the list. Need to find a neurology colleague to share their wisdom

[@PirateWW]

@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you 😊

[@nancypilcher5948]

Thank you doctors this was a great show

[@1unsung971]

No mention of hypermobility at the subtalar joint? That can be an inherited trait.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

There are so many factors that can alter the alignment of your foot and that is one.

[@1unsung971]

@@TalkingWithDocs Thank you

[@paigewilliams9941]

Can you do a kidney video? What is really bad for the kidney, what supplements

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Great idea! We are working to get one of our nephrology colleagues on

[@danny1682]

The Doctor is speaking of risks the way pharma companies talk , CHRONIC PAIN, BLOOD CLOTS , blah blah blah ! You convinced me that I better not go for surgery.

[@kubotajordan9502]

Thank you for this video. I don't have any bunions thank goodness. But I do have an ankle that leans badly and swells , collapsed arch and other issues with my foot. Have seen 2 different doctors they said two different things very confusing I don't what to do and which one to go to. Maybe y'all could do some more videos with Dr. Arora to go over different ankle issues that would be greatly appreciated . You all have a great weekend hopefully y'all are staying dry up there. We are getting hammered with rain for the second week in a row in N.Florida ⛈⛈⛈⛈⛈⛈⛈⛈⛈

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Oh man with the rain. Can definitely cover some ankle issues with Dr Arora. Get out the galoshes!

[@jamieo8653]

Thank you Doctors. Excellent topic. What to you think with foot issues related to charcot-Marie-tooth disease? Surgery for weakness in ankles? Thank you!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Charcot Marie Tooth can be tricky for surgery. Definitely see someone with a special interest in foot and ankle surgery

[@jamieo8653]

Thank you for your reply. CMT is not an medical issue which many are familiar with. I am 61 year old male and found being extremely active has helped me through life. For me, foot orthotics was a game changer. I live with a extremely weak right ankle. I think I will just keep on persevering through life. Thank you again!

[@clarity1120]

The best and complete information!! Love and highly respect all of you❤️ Thanks a lot

[@Happy_life117]

Bunions seem to skip a generation on my mom’s side of the family and lucky me, I ended up with them. Tried the splints when I was an adolescent….didn’t work. Eventually had surgery on my left bunion due to extreme discomfort. The surgery was quick however the recovery was painful. After 25 years standing on my feet at work, the right bunion has been acting up. Thanks for the info on the various surgical treatments 😊

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome. All the best

[@canoedoc2390]

Recently retired after 40 years with board certification in foot surgery and wound care. Still makes me cringe every time I hear a fellow surgeon describe what we do in hallux valgus surgery as “breaking the bone “. We very precisely cut bone and reposition it. I never once “broke” a patient’s bones.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear that. For us that is how we would describe a high tibial or distal femoral osteotomy as well. Patients can relate to that. Congrats on your retirement

[@acustomer7216]

I worked with an orthopedic surgeon who loved his craft & providing intricate details of various procedures. It sounded like carpentry--hammers, chisels, saws, drills, screws

[@sparkycalico1698]

I empathize with you. I'm not a doctor, but when describing certain procedures or medications, I find that words chosen are important. My trigger is the term "blood thinners".

[@marytervo5560]

Thank you for explaining that.

[@susanfifer5744]

I am on the waitlist for foot surgery to fix my bunion plus fix my second toe that has caused me more pain on the ball of my foot when I am walking.. I decline the surgery in 2013 due to work, but now surgeon recommended I get this done now as my foot is so floppy.. So waiting to get it done but not looking forward to the long recovery .. I love to walk everyday and exercise so this will be hard but I will be walking without any more pain on the ball of my foot or second toe which will be amazing…

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Best of luck to you!

[@susanfifer5744]

@@TalkingWithDocs thank you

[@debrawucik826]

Appreciate the discussion.

[@isabelandujar9736]

I thought it’s from wearing tight narrow shoes I have a bad one I appreciate this program thank you 😊

[@sharonisackson8543]

Has anyone ever found a connection with bunions and plantar fasciitis? My doctor said the bunion surgery would improve the stability of my foot and help the plantar fasciitis. I’m dubious.

[@ColoradoTodd]

Thanks! Does the non-invasive (and with screws so you're walking immediately) surgery work as well for the "tailor's bunion" (pinky toe)?

[@sheripalmer3192]

Excellent information!

[@barbhelle5481]

Thank you very much. I have hammer toes. I had surgery to have one foot fixed but not the other.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Very welcome

[@jimmybutler1379]

At first sign treat it by putting rolled up tp or cloth to between the big toe and next toe and change your shoes and see your doctor to see if it is a starting of a bunion and is it by the way you are walking and weight !...

[@AditiPatel-du7qr]

Great info, thank you for that. Next topic, L4-L5 , L5-S1 disc bulge , prolapse, do and don'ts, treatment etc. Please and thank you.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Yes on the list. Need to get one of our back surgeon colleagues on the show

[@paulyscrochetedcreationsby8065]

I live in Canada 🇨🇦 and I had my first bunion surgery in October 2022 that went well except the doctor forgot to fix the hammer toe. I had my second bunion surgery in February 2023 I had a lot of bleeding I am pretty sure I lost about 2 pints my first bandage change they had to soak the bandages to remove them from my foot. In March I told the doctor that it didn't feel right again in April I told him again that this wasn't healing properly and again in May 18th I told him again it wasn't healing properly he told me to stop physio and put me off for another month. On May 25th and 26th I went to emergency and on the 26th the emergency because my foot turned purple the doctor said I have a blood clot in my right leg. They won't remove it they put me on blood thinners which could take 3 to 6 months to get rid of it. When I told the doctor he missed the blood clot he apologized and said I didn't have the pain associated with a blood clot so that is why he didn't send me for a ultrasound. I told him after having shingles in 2022 and being miss diagnosed for 3 weeks I have an extremely high tolerance for pain and he should have sent me for a ultrasound as soon as I told him the swelling wouldn't go down. 😔😔😔😔😔

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Sorry to hear this. So just so you know we would almost never go and remove the blood clot from a vein. This is done if it is in an artery which is a totally different issue. And yes without calf pain and leg swelling sometimes the clots can be missed. We hope you are well on your way to recovery!

[@paulyscrochetedcreationsby8065]

@@TalkingWithDocs thank you so much 😊😊😊

[@kat2878]

very informative - great topic as always!! - so, i guess he is generally not recommending this for cosmetic purposes only. Thanks.

[@thecleaningteacher638]

I wish they would’ve talked about the long term outcomes of bunion surgery.

[@DO-bn9hg]

Functional medicine or Naturalpathic …..could you do a video on that? My wife is looking into one to address an ongoing skin condition. Thanks.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Great suggestion! We do have some videos that you may enjoy with our guest who practices functional medicine - Dr Marrone

[@msneeta77]

Great information! Not sure I will opt for a surgical procedure at this time. Maybe in the future. I’ll work on changing my footwear for now.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Good idea!

[@robinjones6999]

Interesting having seen 1000's of MIS procedures for bunion, I was surprised how many came back for screw removal. From an anaesthetic POV it was really interesting and a deviation from the norm. Thank god Im retired now!

[@michelebrown5409]

Don’t know if you have covered these topics but I’d like to see a video on Internal carotid stenosis/occlusion signs and symptoms and treatments . Also cyst on the liver,kidneys…and when they need treatment. Thanks for all your info.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Those have not been covered. Great topics

[@sharongreen5655]

I had one screw option in what was a big bunion back in early 2000s. It healed without complications and I’ve had happy feet since. I second spinal stenosis video request. Why is spinal stenosis inoperable in some but not others (husband has inoperable)? Thanks love your content.

[@lynnepopash2292]

very informative! For a future video, can you cover: Diverticulitis and PVDs in the eye.

[@deborahneumann7246]

My mom had her bunions removed . I have them too but not as bad I stopped wearing high heels and I believe that helped. Would like you to discuss bloody noses what is the best way of stopping them.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Ok will add to the list

[@Orthoinsider_DUR]

We need more orthopedics Topics please m young ortho resident n your videos are really helpful

[@TalkingWithDocs]

That's awesome. Good luck during your training

[@DaveDeCoursey]

Nice video! I would love to see one on big toe arthritis, which is what I believe I have!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Great suggestion!

[@stayfaithful4860]

I love you guys you make me laugh while at the same time aducating! I had surgery on both feet I remember my feet hurting as a young teen so I do think heredity is a factor. Surgery (separate times) on both was painful with a few month’s recovery but did the trick. 25 + years later still good but can’t wear high shoes anymore.

[@gregjackson5426]

Great video as usual. Thanks !!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Thanks for watching!

[@sugarfreejello]

Thank you so much for doing this talk on bunions. I have had them since i was 9 and now at 60 they are extremely painful. It was great to hear about MIS for bunions as bunion surgery has typically been regarded as a nightmare. Love your show and thanks again for doing this topic.

[@williamgray5461]

Sorry, I missed the part concerning, “It was great to hear about MIS Afor bunions

[@sugarfreejello]

​@@williamgray5461I'm sorry i don't understand what you mean. Maybe a senior moment for me

[@مرجانةمرجانة-ظ7ش]

Great video👍🏻

[@thehealthinsight4587]

Thank you for this video! I have a flat right foot, with a bunion. I also have a foot bone spur on this right foot from a ligament tear 20 years ago. Walking gait on this side doesnt seem natural. Recently, there was some nerve sensation on the inside of the foot and the big toe at times is numb likely due to the nerve issue. I'm waiting for continued advancements in surgery because foot and limb surgery is no small thing.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Agree wait if you can

[@rockd8946]

Great vid. You guys know your stuff.👍👍👍👍👍

[@janicecanfield9211]

I have them on both feet. 😠 I was forced to take ballet as a kid (hated it). Had to cram feet into tiny ballet slippers and let's not forget toe shoes. Suggestions ? I'm 70. Ps, thanks so much for interesting shows.

[@joseenoel8093]

Ya ballet needs more whistle blowers, just terrible! My parents would drop me off to ballet and I'd sneak over to the library! My daughter did ballet at 4 then quit, now she's in Bordeaux!

[@jarcha4200]

Miner was on the top of my big toe joint, kept my toe from being able to bend properly when I walked, , hurt like heck and kept resulting in me tripping when I walked. Never heard of resolving chronic pain as being el3 give surgery.

[@barbarak8158]

I just got some yoga toes. I hope they work! Love you docs!

[@4winds23]

Thank you so much very helpful.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shirleyannedeluca6714]

another amazing video thank you

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@joywebster2678]

Born with flat feet. Nothing could be done. Then by my 40th year bunions and pain. Wore leather Nursing or medic shoes my entire career. I had my left foot done at Guelph hospital, and it was awful, my great toe left dangling, and he fracture a longer bone in the foot to fix the baby toe bunion. I was a long time recovering, hard as a RN. Bosses were told id be down 1 week, but it went on and on. So i never did the other foot.

[@garynance988]

Very helpful video. But I do have 1 question, is this done in a hospital or an office?

[@beckycook4569]

Consider doing video on bunionettes!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Ok deal!

[@norme7102]

How about a follow up on bunionettes? Is treatment the same?

[@blueskysailing]

Mine are hereditary. Both of my grandmothers had them. I never wore high heels, being 5'11 or tight shoes. I'm 75 now so I guess I may as well leave them be. Years ago having bunions removed was very painful. One of my sisters had the surgery on hers and it was rough. Maybe its less painful now. I sure hope so.

[@donzinette]

Love you guys :) At the end I had a good belly laugh with Dr. Paul Bunion!!

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Glad to hear that!

[@ruthdyck3266]

A friend of mine had failed hammer toe surgery. She’s having an open revision end of October. Any comment on bone growth stimulators for post op.

[@cindybray3891]

What do you think about doing fusion of the toe?

[@reginaminor9985]

I a bunion on both my feet hereditary and from ill fitting shoes as well. But the right foot is much worse and now the second toe is developing into a hammer toe. Looking forward to having surgery as this right foot hurts evey day. March or April I'm ready. I've waited too long!

[@MikuRide3939]

Its the narrow toe box shoes that you wear for long work hour over several years. Get wide toe box, not just plain wide shoes. If you catch it it in time. Thats all.

[@betovale3952]

Thanks for the video.

[@starbright1256]

My feet are a mess. Pain is tolerant but my feet get hot. I change my socks at work. I have bunions, hammerhead toes, corns & smaller bunion on toes. Arthritis too. Good grief & i work on my feet 50 hr work week

[@joefranks4235]

Well, my mom had a bunion which required surgery on her right big toe. Now I have a bunion on the same toe as she did, thanks mom. Will have to see a doctor to see if I will need surgery as well. I am in manufacturing and always on my feet. Guess I would have to be off work for three months. Thanks mom. LOLOL

[@walkerpantera]

im very surprised you didnt ask about the distinction between bunions and gout, which i still cant figure out online as i dont know which i have on my left toe.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

So they are very different. Gout is a very sore red and stiff first MTP joint due to most commonly uric acid crystal deposition while bunions are really an alignment problem that leads to pain.

[@walkerpantera]

@@TalkingWithDocs thank you for replying. you do a great service.

[@pammycakes101]

Really helpful- but I have a “Tailors Bunion” on my baby toe- my feet are already wide - now they re wider!!😳❤ Could you please comment briefly on this- do you do minimally invasive surgery on this type - or what?? Thank you.

[@tokyorosa]

Thank you for these videos that explain common health concerns and risk factors, treatments, etc., in an accessible way that doesn't dumb the info down. You are much appreciated!

[@deepakchhaya5891]

pl. discuss causes of pain in palm thumb root joint bones.

[@corinayuen2487]

I have very bad bunions and hammer toes. How do I decide on whether to use an orthopedic surgeon or podiatrist? I had my right bunion removed by an orthopedic surgeon in the 80's, and he just shaved off some bone. The toe is still crocked. Thanks.

[@TalkingWithDocs]

Best advice is to see someone who has this operation as a regular part of their practice. An expert

[@lindap.p.1337]

My Father had what we call bunions. Not large. My Mom had very bad bunions which got worse as she aged. I have them too and hope they do not get worse as I age. I am 76 and they look the same as always……so far.

[@janinewelle4429]

Thanks guys ! 👍🥰❤️🇺🇸🙏

[@ghadaal-mousawi6930]

I love my narrow heels 👠 but my bunions on both feet are becoming worse and I think I have hammer toes, at first I thought the bumpy look was because of wearing shoes for long hours but I just realized it’s actually hammer toes.. seems like I have to get some wide shoes I’m so worried that it becomes worse and affect how my feet look🥲 thank you!

[@charmainemrtnz]

I wear 6 eeee. Should I go up in size to accommodate? Possible hammer toe or osteoarthritis next to big toe creating bunion? Had shoulder surgery with a doc who’s name was Dr. Chopp

[@cathy-annekoller8869]

I also have charcot same foot as a bunion (and neuropathy) any clips on this?

[@TalkingWithDocs]

No not at this point. Sorry

[@barbaran1869]

I would love to see a video about flat feet, no arches. Thank you.

[@joywebster2678]

Born that way. Finally diagnosed on my 40sxwith a connective tissue disorder.