Medically reviewed by Sarah Richards, DPM Key Takeaways Pain in the ball of your foot is often caused by excessive exercise, ...

To celebrate National Bunion Day, podiatric surgeon Dr. Bradley Schaeffer is on a mission to keep people well-informed about foot health while also dismantling all the misconceptions surrounding ...

Scientists believe bunions may form due to family history, having low arches, and wearing unsupportive footwear ...

The word “bunion” is Greek for turnip. And yes, this red, swollen bump at the base and side of your big toe can look like an unsightly root vegetable. More importantly, a bunion can be painful, making ...

People for millennia have suffered from the painful foot deformity that may be the result of a uniquely human toe. Here's why—and what you can do to ease the pain. A colored x-ray image highlights ...

Bunion splints can help slow the progress of your bunion and relieve both pain and pressure. They may also deflect or delay ...

Dr. Bradly Bussewitz, a foot and ankle fellowship-trained surgeon at Steindler Orthopedic Clinic in North Liberty, sees ...

Top down view of light skinned person pointing to the bunion on their right foot. The word “bunion” is Greek for turnip. And yes, this red, swollen bump at the base and side of your big toe can look ...