Bunions

A bunion is a bony, painful swelling that is often formed on the first joint of the big toe. Bunions can be extremely painful due to the weight of all your body resting on it each time you take a step. Everyday activities, such as walking and wearing shoes, can cause you extreme discomfort if you have a bunion.

Reasons that a person may develop a bunion can vary. Some patients may form bunions due to genetic factors, complications with arthritis, or a weak foot structure. General aging can also play a role in the formation of a bunion.

If you have a bunion, you may notice a bony bump on your big toe, experience swelling and redness, and the area may feel tender to the touch. To help alleviate the pain that often comes with having a bunion, it’s suggested to maintain a healthy weight to help lessen the pressure on your toe, practice both heating and icing the affected area, wear wide-fitting shoes wear to leave plenty of space for your toes and to minimize rubbing, and look into shoe inserts that can help position your foot correctly.

Because bunions can result in other painful foot problems, such as hammertoes and bursitis, we recommend that you meet with a podiatrist for a professional diagnosis and for information regarding all your treatment options.

Dr. Sherris specializes in treatment of bunions both surgically and non-surgically. If you think you have a bunion and would like to discuss this with Dr. Sherris, x-rays can be obtained in our clinic for your convenience to help determine the severity of your particular condition.

Dr. Sherris is proud to offer both traditional and advanced treatments for bunions. Read below for information on bunion correction and be sure to ask Dr. Sherris if this is the right treatment method for you!

BEST IN BUNION CORRECTION

Bunions are complex deformities that can be very painful. We are pleased to offer the most up to date treatment options for bunion correction. Dr. Sherris is versed and experienced in the most advanced as well as time tested surgical treatment options for bunion correction.

"No two bunions are the same!" Bunions can be a complex condition or in some cases a simple condition- there are several systems and technique options to choose from when deciding upon which is most appropriate for you and your particular bunion.

If you are interested in learning more, just ask!

What is Bunion Correction?

Bunion Correction involves utilizing the most advanced surgical procedures and fixation systems- some that re-align the bunion by rotating and shifting the entire deviated bone back into its normal anatomical position (depending on the system and technique chosen) This is done using specially-designed instrumentation, effectively straightening your toe and removing the "bump" and associated pain. Innovative plating technology is sometimes used to permanently secure the unstable joint. A single or double pin fixation may be all that is needed depending on the system chosen to correct your bunion. Some bunions may only need a simple correction technique while others may require more intricate systems to ensure accurate correction. Which system is best for you depends on your particular case and what will work best with regards for your lifestyle.

Dr. Sherris has vast experience in bunion surgery and the systems utilized to ensure the best results. He is glad to answer any questions you may have. Just Ask!

"Based on clinical findings, patient goals and my experience along with continuously updated knowledge in surgically and non-surgically treating bunions, I work with my patients to make a cooperative decision based on what is best for them in each individual case." – Dr. Sherris