We know from the evidence that using a bunion corrector regularly over a few months can lead to an improvement in the angle of the big toe of a few degrees. That particular study did not go beyond 3 months, so we have no good evidence of the long term affects. We also know that…
Read MoreThere are a number of products that can be used to help bunions if they are causing you problems. It is often a good idea to get professional advice if you are seriously concerned. Two products that we have are the Bunion Corrector and the Bunion Assassin. Which is the one that you should use?…
Read MoreA newly published study has shown they work! We had previously written about the bunion correctors and how they can be helpful in dealing with the pain that occurs inside the joint when a bunion or hallux valgus is painful, but expressed some caution in just how much they can correct the angle of the…
Read MoreToe spacers are used either at night or in wide fitting footwear to “correct the toes”. Feet spend the day in footwear, that somewhat compress the toes and changes the natural alignment of the toes. The idea of the toe spacers is to undo that unnatural force. Most commentary online about these are usually accompanied…
Read MoreBunions are a common problem and the question often comes up about can bunion exercises help? Short answer: yes Long answer: maybe, yes So, do Bunion Exercises Work? The answer really depends on what is meant by “work”. Will the exercises correct the bunion and associated hallux valgus? Probably not. The forces from the biomechanics…
Read MoreBunions are an enlargement of the big toe joint of the foot and are typically associated with a hallux (big toe) valgus (deviation to the outside). Due to that deviation, it would seem logical to use a “bunion corrector” or “hallux valgus splint” to try and correct that deviation. This means that we have the…
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