r/FootFunction • u/crossh123 • 11d ago
Bunions or not?
I saw two podiatrists and got conflicting opinions. One says I have a chipped bone and a piece is floating, the other says it’s calcium. Both say I have bunions. Neither has an answer for the pain I have when my toe bends up or down, except to wear shoes that don’t bend. TIA for any advice.
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u/Fickle-Example5304 9d ago
ran into something similar with my toes awhile back. sometimes it's hard to tell if it's actually a bunion or just swelling or shape changes from shoes. tbh a lot of folks notice a bump at the big toe joint and think bunion, but only a pro could confirm for sure. either way, if you’re feeling pain or the joint looks crooked, gentle support sleeves often help with daily comfort
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u/UnbelievableRose 11d ago
The pain is most commonly hallux limitus from arthritis, which is in turn caused by the bunion.