Compeed Bunion Plasters, 5 Hydrocolloid Plasters, Foot Treatment, Effective Protection Against Pressure and Rubbing, Dimensions: 4.7 cm x6.8 cm

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Because the bunion can take years to form, it generally affects older people, or those whose family members have also suffered from bunions.

The Profoot Soft Gel Bunion Protector has advanced polymer gel technology to provide pain relief for your bunions. It conforms to the shape of your foot and can last for weeks. The cushioned material is kind on your skin and helps to soften and prevent corns and calluses. Bunion padding and guards can supply pain relief and prevent your footwear from rubbing and potentially causing bursitis and arthritis.Padding – If your bunion rubs against the shoe, padding might help you. Specialist hydrocolloid bunion plasters, such as COMPEED ® Bunion Plasters relieve pressure and rubbing on the bunion and thus ease the pain. They also help to prevent blisters and further hardening of the skin on the bunion. Giving extra padding to your bunion, protecting against rubbing and making it easier to walk in your footwear. A Bunion might be obvious when you look at a picture, but often the process can develop slowly over many years. If you only have a mild bunion you may not have noticed the change .

But the fact is, those stilettos may not totally be to blame for that unwelcome bump near your big toe. Bunions are bony lumps that appear on the side of feet, usually by your big toe. 1 How do bunions form? Read on to discover the most common symptoms and causes of these joint deformities along with advice on how to treat them. What is a bunion?Discomfort fitting into shoes or requiring wide fit shoes despite this never being a problem when you were younger.

She also says that some patients find comfort with products that are made out of silicone and are able to offer comfortable padding for the bunion. Similarly, Dr. Brenner recommends gel-based pads. “Gel embedded in it will help take the pressure off the bunion,” she says. Treatment options for bunions vary depending on how painful and severe it is. In addition to medical aid, there are some DIY methods you can try to ease your bunion pain. These include making sure your shoes are comfortable and roomy enough to accommodate your toes: avoid tight, narrow shoes which can make the discomfort worse and, where possible, stay away from high heels and hard soles. High heels force the foot forward and down into the toe of the shoe, squeezing the toes together unnaturally into a triangle shape.In many cases, the bunion will improve with simple treatments such as rest, ice, and anti-inflammatories. However, if the bunion does not improve with these treatments, it may be necessary to seek medical attention. Depending on the severity of the bunion, a doctor may recommend surgery to correct it. Unfortunately, the leading cause of bunions is your genes. This is because the shape of your foot is passed down in your DNA.