What is a Tailor’s Bunion ( Bunionette)

Bunions (Hallux Abducto Valgus) and Tailor’s Bunions
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What is a Tailor’s Bunion? 

A tailor’s bunion is a bunion that occurs on the little toe where the metatarsal bone meets the little toe. Tailor’s bunion is a deformity caused when the head of the metatarsal is pushed outwards. The result is often a painful and swollen protrusion from the outside of the foot. It is also referred to as a bunionette.

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Wikipedia offers some guidance on non surgical treatments for bunionetts:-

These include

1. Shoe modifications - Wearing shoes that have a wide toe box, and avoiding those with pointed toes or high heels.
2. Oral medications - Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may help in relieving the pain and inflammation.
3. Injection therapy - Injections of corticosteroid are commonly used to treat the inflammation.
4. Padding - Bunionette pads placed over the affected area may help reduce pain.
5. Icing - An ice pack may be applied to reduce pain and inflammation.

Bunion Surgery is often considered when pain continues for a long period with no improvement in these non-surgical therapies.