How do I prevent a bunion?

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I have been told I have bunions starting.

I have never worn heels (well not in the past 3 years!) I wear either Toms or trainers. I get them fitted- I am a runner so always get things fitted. I also make sure I wear the correct support as I have a pronation.

In fact I have already seen an orthopedic doctor (about something else which turned out to be nothing to do with my feet!: shin splints!) and am have been wearing orthotic insoles which I was fitted for, for the past 4 months now. This bunion thing hasn't gotten any better infact has gotten worse!

I am not sure what I'm doing wrong: the trainers and shoes I wear are supportive (if not I wear the orthotic insoles), they are correctly fitted to make sure my toes are not being squeezed, I don't 'do' heels, I am at a loss as to why this is happening to me!

Anyone have any ideas?? 

Thanks in advance!

Answermagnet · Accepted Answer

Some people have an inherited disposition to develop bunions. Given that you generally wear well fitting shoes, this may be the case for you. 

You speak of a number of co existing foot problems, so I would seek advice from a professional. There are simple remedies to help bunions but the potential interactions of the various problems need teasing out by a professional.

It can't do any harm to keep wearing weel fitting shoes and avoiding heels though.

Best wishes.

Anonymous · Answer

Well i know that if you happen to be walking or running slightly bow legged or pigeon toed then it doesnt help

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