Types of bunion
We use “Bunion” to describe a variety of foot deformations when in fact there are 5 different types of Bunions. These are influceneced by one’s walking habits, original bone structure, and possibly disease related factors.
It is necessary to figure out which type of Bunion you are affected by because it’s difficult to understand the real cause and efficient treatment method otherwise.
This categorizatoin of bunion types results from more than 40 years of experience with Bunion patients in our clinic and we believe these “types” will become standard as industry research and study progresses.
① Ligament Type
Ligament of metatarsophalangeal joint (Transverse arch to support the sole balance) becomes loose, so that the big toe bends inward towards the little toe
② Callus Type
This type contains a severe callus on the root of the big toe, making the joint look distorted.
④ Hammer toe Type
(including genetic factor)
Ligament of metatarsophalangeal joint (Transverse arch to support the sole balance) becomes loose, so that the big toe bends inward towards the little toe
⑤ Pathological Type (including external injury)
This type contains a severe callus on the root of the big toe, making the joint look distorted.
