Bunion

A bunion reflects changes in the bony framework of the front part of the foot. The big toe leans toward the second toe throwing the bones out of alignment, producing the "bump.” Bunions are a progressive disorder and gradually changing the angle of the bones. 

A variety of surgical procedures are performed to treat bunions. The procedures are designed to remove the “bump” of bone, correct the changes in the bony structure of the foot, as well as correct soft tissue changes that may also have occurred. The goal of these corrections is the elimination of pain.