Say Goodbye to Painful Bunions with Non-Invasive Treatment!
A bunion is a bony bump at the base of the big toe that forms as the joint drifts and the toe points inwards (hallux valgus). It can rub in shoes, ache after standing, and limit activity.
At Highett Podiatry, we provide clear, step-by-step care: footwear changes, padding and pressure relief, orthotics when indicated, and referrals for surgery if symptoms persist. If you’re looking for bunion pain treatment, we’ll tailor a plan to your goals.
Benefits of Our Bunion Care
Visiting one of our podiatrists for bunion care is more than just easing pain; it’s about preserving your long-term mobility and comfort. Our treatment approach gives you:
- Fast pressure relief with pads/strapping and shoe tweaks.
- Orthotics to reduce joint stress and help you stay active.
- Skin and nail care for corns, callouses and blisters caused by rubbing.
- Clear pathway to surgical opinion when needed.
- Local clinics with online booking and phone support.
What You Need to Know About Bunions
We offer tailored bunion care for people of all ages. Here’s what to expect when you book an appointment with us.
Who benefits most?
If you’re experiencing shoe pressure, aching at the big-toe joint, or irritation over the bunion bump, you may benefit from early podiatry care. Bunions often affect the second toe too, causing hammering or crowding, which is easier to address when caught early.
Symptoms and diagnosis
Common symptoms include a visible bump at the base of the big toe, discomfort when wearing shoes, stiffness, and pain with activity. Diagnosis is made during a clinical examination. If needed, we may arrange X-rays to assess joint changes or to support a referral to a foot surgeon.
Bunion treatment
Core measures include roomy footwear with a wide toe box, protective padding, and adjustable features for optimal activity and fit. Custom orthotics can offload the joint and ease symptoms, but won’t reverse the bunion. If pain persists, we coordinate imaging and a surgical opinion. This is a practical treatment for bunions that prioritises comfort and function.
How it works
We review your symptoms, provide a footwear assessment and advice, as well as a gait analysis. Then, we’ll outline simple changes you can make now. If conservative care isn’t enough, we’ll discuss options with you and your surgeon, including recovery timelines and return-to-activity plans.
We’ll set clear milestones (pain on push-off, shoe tolerance, step count) and review every 2–3 weeks to adjust padding, footwear and load. If surgery is planned, we’ll map out timelines for swelling to settle, returning to wider footwear, and when you can resume work, driving, and sports.