WRIC Newsroom says that most people opt for fashion over size or comfort when it comes to footwear. "I adore shoes," 17 year old Alaini Snoot says while shopping at Saxon Shoes. Snoot claims that she owns more shoes than she is able to count on her two hands. "Every shoe I go for is going to be fun and cute." Snoot adds.
Gary Weiner, president of Saxon Shoes, says that "When they like something, they really want it. Sometimes size goes out the window." Unfortunately, foot conditions such as bunions can occur when someone wears the wrong size shoe.
Bunions are both uncomfortable and unsightly. If you suffer from bunions, see podiatrist Paula F. Raugellis, DPM of Greene Podiatry Assoc Inc. Dr. Raugellis can provide treatment for your foot and ankle needs.
What is a Bunion?
A bunion is formed of swollen tissue or boney growth enlargement, usually located at the base joint of the toe that connects to the foot. The swelling occurs by the bones in the big toe shifting inward, which impacts the other toes of the foot. This causes the area around the base of the big to become inflamed and often painful.
Why do Bunions Form?
- Genetics – susceptibility to bunions are often hereditary, particularly among Caucasians
- Stress on the feet – poorly fitted and uncomfortable footwear that place undue stress on feet, such as heels and stilettos, can cause bunions to form
- Blood Tests – to help rule out other conditions while finding underlying causes to bunions, especially from disease
- Radiological Exam- X-rays can show whether there are any joint enlargements near the toe’s base, which can indicate a bunion
How are Bunions Diagnosed?
Podiatrists knowledgeable in anatomy and foot structure can be able to diagnose bunions through the following two methods:
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