Hallux valgus (bunion)

Βλαισός μέγας δάκτυλος (κότσι)

 

hallux valgus, or commonly called bunion, is a common anatomical abnormality of the big toe. The big toe is displaced outwards, i.e. exostoses on the inner side of the joint, rubbing against the leather of the shoes and creating ulcers.

Hallock (bunion)

Usually bunions are accompanied by a rotation of the toe, as well as a deformity with hammertoe of the second toe, while calluses often coexist on the bunion itself or on the other toes of the foot.

X-ray of a real case before and after, where both the exostosis and the developing hammertoe of the second toe are visible.

Vulsion of big toe. Βλαισός μέγας δάκτυλος (κότσι)

The causes are varied and are due to:

  • inappropriate footwear, e.g. narrow toe, high heel
  • heredity.

The recommended treatment, depending on the extent of the problem and the pain felt by the patient, includes:

  • use of a special splint, in cases where the foot deformity is not severe
  • surgery.

Surgery is recommended mainly for functional reasons and not for the aesthetic restoration of the shape of the foot.

The Each invasive technique applied essentially includes the removal of the exostosis (bunion) and, depending on the extent of the problem, osteotomy of the anterior metatarsal.

Hall of the big toe (bunion)

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The surgical rehabilitation of the patient depends on the severity of the problem.

In very serious cases, rehabilitation can take up to 2 months, in order for the swelling to subside and the mobility of the feet to be restored.

Photos of real cases cases before and after surgery:

Hallock of the big toe (bunion). Hallock of the big toe (bunion)  Hallock of the big toe (bunion)

Hall of the Great Toe (Hock)


Hallstone (bunion)

Orthopaedic SurgeonNikolaos Zervakis MD, MSc  
Dervenakion 30 & Health, Pallini
Tel.   2106136680
Emailzervakisnikolaos.gr@gmail.com.


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