Bunion Sling: Painful Bunions Need Instant Relief

Before we talk about the bunion sling, let's take a few moments to talk about bunions. What exactly are they? What makes them so painful? Bunions are among the most common and most painful foot conditions in the Western world. They are almost always caused by unsuitable, too-tight footwear. Tight footwear causes the toes to be pinched and draws the large toe inward at an unnatural angle. Over time a bulge, or bunion, appears at the outside base of the big toe.

Without intervention, a bunion will continue to get larger and more painful. A bunion sling can help correct the problem and prevent further injury. A bunion sling is a corrective foot splint that realigns the toe and decreases pressure on the bunion. The bunion sling wraps around the bottom of the foot and attaches to the big toe. Using gentle pressure, the bunion sling stretches tendons and muscles until they are back in their proper position.

Characteristics of the bunion sling:

• Lightweight
• Comfortable
• Interchangeable with right and left foot
• Fits most shoes
• Easily laundered

The cost of a bunion sling ranges anywhere from $15 to $20. Most resemble ace bandages with the exception that there is a toe splint built in. They are comfortable and non cumbersome. In fact, once you get used to wearing a bunion sling, you will hardly know that you have it on.

If your bunion is caused by improper footwear, you will need to change footwear in addition to wearing a bunion sling to correct your condition. Make sure that all of the shoes that you wear do not pinch your toes together. Avoid shoes with only a narrow, rigid space for your toes. Choose square-toed shoes that allow your toes to move freely instead.

Bunions can become very painful, but they are treatable. For the best results, change your shoes and wear a bunion sling at the first sign of discomfort. Pay attention to the shoes that you wear. It is estimated that 90% of bunions are caused by improper footwear.

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