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- For more than three hours do not wear high-heeled shoes.
- Go for footwear which conforms to the shape of your feet.
- In case the shoe doesn’t fit do not force your foot.
- Also avoid socks or stockings which are tight-fitting.
- To give your feet some break during the day remove your shoes periodically.
It is very important that check on the food you are consuming to curb the bunion related inflammation and pain. Many foods contain anti-inflammation properties thus can fight and prevent inflammation while on the other hand some foods increase inflammation in our body.
- Olives, salmon, ginger, strawberries, turmeric, blueberries, tart cherries, sweet potatoes, walnuts and garlic are some anti-inflammatory foods. So try to eat them daily.
- Red meat, processed meat, refined sugar, eggs, whey protein, corn oil, refined salt and refined grains are some foods which promote inflammation so try to avoid it.
Other than consuming anti-inflammatory foods, increase your intake of protein along with food which is rich sources of vitamins A, B complex, C and E.
Exercising your foot can help in lowering the pain and increase the flexibility of toe. Also the growth of your bunion may also slow down, thus preventing the need for the surgery.
The muscles of your legs and feet also strengthen due to daily exercise and may also prevent any further development of bunions.
Place your foot on a tennis or golf ball while sitting on a chair. Under the mounds of your toe roll the ball, and then everywhere else where you think the sole feels tight. Do it every day for 5 to 10 minutes.
Using your palm cup the sole of the foot which is affected while sitting on a chair, then between the toes of your foot interlace your free hand fingers. For 10 minutes, bend your toes back and forth and then up and down.
Point your straight ahead while standing straight for 10 seconds, and then for another 10 seconds curl them. Repeat it many times.
These are some exercises to be practiced at home. You can learn many more like these from an expert.
- Every hour elevate your affected foot for 15 minutes in case the bunion becomes inflamed.
- Bunion symptoms can be cured by acupuncture.
- Dry they are in between the toes well after washing your feet.
- You can use over-the-counter corn’s plasters to get rid of bunions quickly.
- Make sure the footwear for children fits perfectly.
- For getting relief from the symptoms try over-the-counter arch supports.
- Use the specific orthotic devices accordingly, if your doctor has prescribed them.