The "bump" that forms on the foot often seems harmless, but over time it can cause severe pain and difficulty moving.
Milli.Az reports that traumatologist-orthopedist Elishear Zokhirov stated this.
According to the doctor, this condition is usually observed with a bone protrusion in the big toe area, and one of the main causes is genetic predisposition.
The popular hallux valgus problem is often observed in women. The primary cause of this is high-heeled and narrow-toed shoes. Such shoes prevent the load from being evenly distributed during walking and lead to bone deformation. As a result, the toe gradually bends sideways and a protrusion forms.
Zokhirov said that this condition is frequently seen not only in women but also in professionals who regularly bear weight on their feet, such as dancers. He warned that the problem not only spoils appearance but also causes severe pain and difficulty wearing shoes.
The doctor noted that orthopedic insoles can only slow the progression of the deformation but cannot eliminate the existing bone protrusion. When the pain intensifies, the only solution is surgical operation. Modern orthopedics offers the possibility of correcting the bone and restoring proper form through surgery.
Zokhirov added that to facilitate the recovery period after surgery, patients are recommended to wear special orthopedic shoes. According to him, this method helps distribute the load evenly, and patients begin to walk painlessly within just a few weeks.
