Footwear

• Wear appropriate footwear. High heels and narrow shoes can cause a bunion and for those with existing bunions, the pain can be greatly reduced by choosing better footwear. Finding an old pair of shoes and cutting a hole in the area where the bunion rubs is a quick a fix for house worn shoes. It may be possible to treat a developing bunion with these methods, eliminating the need for more drastic measures.
  
  

Inserts

• Place orthotics in the shoes. Shoe inserts, also known as orthotics, are helpful for reducing the pain that accompanies a bunion and may eliminate developing bunions.These inserts may not be appropriate for all shoes, however, as they are not made to be worn with specific types of shoes.
  
  

Bunionase/ Medical Consultation

• See a podiatrist. An important step to treating a bunion is receiving a professional opinion. A podiatrist will diagnose the bunion by examining the foot and estimating range of motion (the movement of the area). In addition, an X-ray may be done to determine the severity of the situation, while ruling out further causes. A Bunionase treatment plan may be an option. This new patented and clinically tested treatment plan is FDA approved and can be administered by either a general physician or a podiatrist. The plan is said to relieve pain while treating the source of the bunions. For more information, see "Resources."