1 de dezembro de 2025 04:26:10 ART
A bunionectomy is important because it can provide significant pain relief and correct the deformity of a bunion, making daily activities like walking and wearing shoes more comfortable. It is often recommended when non-surgical treatments are no longer effective, and the bunion causes persistent pain, inflammation, or makes it difficult to find properly fitting footwear.
Why is a bunionectomy important?
- Relieves pain and inflammation: It can permanently reduce or eliminate the chronic pain, swelling, and soreness associated with a bunion.
- Improves function: By correcting the toe's alignment, it can improve your ability to walk and move more naturally.
- Allows for comfortable footwear: It corrects the bony bump, making it possible to wear shoes without pain or difficulty, as the bunion often causes shoes to rub against the foot.
- Prevents further issues: Untreated bunions can worsen, potentially leading to other foot problems like calluses or hammertoes, and can even affect the mechanics of your ankles, knees, and hips.
- Corrects deformity: The procedure realigns the bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles to restore the foot's proper structure and function.
When to consider surgery?
- When non-surgical options like pain relievers, padding, or orthotics are no longer effective.
- When the pain or size of the bunion significantly interferes with daily activities.
- When you can no longer find comfortable shoes to wear.
- When the bunion is causing secondary problems, such as inflammation or other foot complications.
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