What are Bunions?

When bursae (found around the joint that reduce friction) forces the toe out of alignment, the toe becomes inflamed causes bony-outgrowth accompanied with swelling. This is called bunion..

Symptoms of Bunions

• Big toe leans inward towards the second toe.
• The joint where the foot joins the big toe is particularly painful.
• The joint of the big toe is swollen and the skin is reddened

Causes of Bunions

• Inherited tendency can cause bunions.
• Flat footed people and people wearing ill-fitting shoes are prone to bunions, and women are most affected..

Home remedies for Bunions

1. Gentle massage and soaking feet in warm water provides some relief.
2. When you get to know that you are developing a bunion avoid stockings or shoes that puts pressure on the big toe.

How can one prevent Bunions

1. Wear well fitting shoes..