What Causes Spider Veins and How to Treat Them

What Causes Spider Veins and How to Treat Them

Maybe you’ve noticed them on your thighs, behind your knees, or around your ankles. Thin, red, blue, or purple lines that look a little like spider webs under your skin. They don’t usually hurt, but they’re hard to ignore once you see them. These are spider veins, and they’re a lot more common than most […]

What Does a Bunion Look Like? Common Symptoms

What Does a Bunion Look Like? Common Symptoms

You’ve noticed a bump forming along the side of your big toe. Maybe it’s starting to rub against your shoes or ache after a long day on your feet.  Is it something to be concerned about, or just a harmless quirk of your foot shape? Bunions are one of the most common foot problems we […]

Understanding Bunions (Hallux Valgus): Symptoms, Causes, and Effective Treatments Explained

An image of two female patients with bunions taken at the Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center. A bunion, also known as hallux abducto valgus, is a common foot deformity. It is characterized by a bony bump or enlargement at the base of the big toe, which is caused by the deviation of the first metatarsal from its original position due to pronatory forces. As a result, the big toe starts to deviate towards the second toe, causing malalignment of the first MPJ and a visible bump on the inside of your foot.

Bunions are a common foot condition that can cause pain and discomfort. In this article, we will cover bunions, including their definition or deformation, broad variations, and different effects on people’s lives.  Bunions can occur in people of any age, but they are more common among adults, particularly women. The substantial lifestyle impact that this […]

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