Health tip: treating bunion pain

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Health tip: treating bunion pain

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(HealthDay News) -- If you've got a painful, swollen bump at the base of your big toe known as a bunion, you probably want to know what can be done for relief.

The American Podiatric Medical Association offers these possible options:

Apply a non-medicated bunion pad.
Wear comfortable shoes with plenty of room in the toes, and a low heel.
Apply an ice pack over the bunion when it becomes swollen, red or painful.
Tape up the foot to help keep the toe in position.
Take an anti-inflammatory medication to ease swelling and pain. Ask your podiatrist if you're a candidate for a cortisone injection.
Use orthotic shoe inserts to help keep the feet in better alignment.

-- Diana Kohnle

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