Mobility and Strength To Treat Bunions

What Is a Bunion? What Causes It and Why It’s More Than a Toe Bump

A bunion is often thought of as a bump on the side of the big toe, but it’s actually a structural change in the entire front of the foot. A bunion develops when the bone behind the big toe shifts inward and the big toe slowly drifts outward. This creates the visible bump at the base of the toe and, over time, can change how you walk, balance, and absorb weight.

Bunions usually worsen gradually and can lead to pain, stiffness, and difficulty wearing shoes.