Bunion (Hallux Valgus)

Bunion (Hallux Valgus) - How to prevent?

Choose shoes carefully. They should have a wide toe box — no pointy toes — and there should be space between the tip of your longest toe and the end of the shoe.
Your shoes should conform to the shape of your feet without squeezing or pressing any part of your foot.

Bunion (Hallux Valgus) - Other Information

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