Corns, Bunions, and Curved Nails

Corns and Warts

Hallux valgus (bunions).

INTRODUCTION: Hallux valgus (bunions) are prominent and often inflamed metatarsal heads and overlying bursae. They are associated with valgus deviation of the great toe which moves towards the second toe. Hallux valgus is found in at least 2% of children aged 9 to 10 years, and almost half of adults, with greater prevalence in women. METHODS AND OUTCOMES: We conducted a systematic review and ai...

Evolutionary Medicine: Why do humans get bunions?

Evolutionarily medicine Why do humans get bunions?

Hallux valgus is the most common forefoot problem in adults. It is characterized by an anatomical deformity involving lateral deviation of the hallucial phalanges and medial prominence of the first metatarsal head, commonly known as a bunion. This acquired deformity is often correlated with foot pain, imbalance and impaired gait, falls in older adults and decreased healthrelated quality of life...

Epidemiology and impact of hallux valgus: more than just bunions

Hallux valgus (HV) is a common deformity characterized by progressive lateral deviation of the great toe at the first metatarsophalangeal joint (1 MTPJ). It commonly associates with a painful overlying soft-tissue prominence, the “bunion”. A recent systematic review estimated the prevalence of HV to be 23% in adults aged 18 to 65 years. It becomes more frequent with increasing age and is more p...