How to remove a bone on the big toe

A bone on the big toe (Hallux Valgus) or halus valgus is a biomechanical destruction of the joint of the big toe caused by various factors. The disease is expressed in damage to the structure of the cartilaginous tissue, accompanied by a deviation of the metatarsal bone outward and the formation of a bulge similar to a lateral bone growing. A bump causes a lot of inconvenience, ranging from discomfort to the inability to wear shoes. However, halus valgus is successfully treated and, if you consult a doctor in time, nothing will remain of the “bump”.

How does Hallux Valgus manifest

Large toe deformity occurs at any age in both sexes. Teenagers and especially women are affected. According to the degree of joint damage, the disease develops in 3 stages:

1. Initial stage. The metatarsal bone deviates by no more than 15 degrees with respect to other bones of the foot. When walking, stress is noted, aching pains in the phalanges of the fingers. The bump is almost imperceptible, but at the place of its appearance, redness of the skin and the appearance of corns are observed. At the first stage, it is worth doing treatment in order to forget about the problem as soon as possible.
2. Second stage. With it, the metatarsal bone deviates already by more than 20 degrees, while the second toe rises above the rest. The bump has significant dimensions. Inflammation of the joints is tormented, the foot swells, corns form.
3. Third stage. The metatarsophalangeal composition is affected. Not only bones are deformed, but the entire foot is deformed. All fingers have a different angle. Familiar shoes become cramped and uncomfortable, the foot flattened.

What does the neglected stage of valgus deformation lead to?

The bump on the big toe gives a lot of inconvenience. It is impossible to wear shoes that you like. You can forget about heeled pumps. The bump leads to the appearance of corns, which are the site of infection in the blood. Over time, the foot also undergoes deformation, and this leads to more serious problems. Among them are the following:

1. Chronic bursitis. This is an inflammation of the periarticular sac in which joint fluid accumulates. The tissue around the joint swells, increases in size.
2. Traumatic tenosynovitis. The tendons of the foot become inflamed, while the ankles swell, the person experiences pain while walking, and a crunch is heard when the joint moves.
3. Deutschland's disease. Marching fracture, which is characterized by the reconstruction of the metatarsal bones caused by exorbitant loads on the foot (heavy complex transitions, wearing uncomfortable shoes). The structure of the bone changes, it becomes compacted, the metatarsal bones are displaced relative to each other.

Why does a bone appear on the thumb

1. Flat feet. With this pathology, the bones of the foot are initially incorrectly located, creating conditions for the deviation of the metatarsal bones.
2. Congenital pathology. Dislocation of the foot, hip joint, etc.
3. Pregnancy. In a woman, the center of gravity changes, the load on the toes increases.
4. Overweight. The more weight, the greater the load on the foot.
5. Osteoporosis. With this disease, the bone structure becomes porous, the joints are deformed.
6. Teenage years. At 9-10 years, there is a sharp increase in the foot bones, and in a 10-year-old girl, the size of the legs can reach 38 sizes with a height of 152 cm. This causes the foot bones to deviate relative to each other.
7. Injury.Any leg injury leads to minor injuries, including the appearance of a bump on the thumb.
8. Great physical activity. Professional athletes (athletics, soccer, skiing) often grow bones on their thumb.
9. Inconvenient shoes. The development of Hallux Valgus is facilitated by wearing high-heeled shoes with a narrow toe above 5 cm.

How to get rid of a bone on the thumb

There are various methods for getting rid of a bump on the toe. If the bone does not stick out strongly, then you can do it yourself. If Hallux Valgus is accompanied by severe pain, swelling of the foot, corns and corns, contact an orthopedist immediately. Do not let the disease drift, because the sooner treatment begins, the less painful it will be.

Surgical treatment
Surgery is resorted to in advanced cases when conservative treatment will no longer help.

1. Chevron osteotomy or Austin surgery. In this type of operation, the first metatarsal bone of the big toe is sawn in a V-shaped manner near the head, excess bone is removed, the joint capsule is cleaned and put into position. The bones are locked in position with screws. After the operation, a long rehabilitation period passes. The first months the patient walks in special shoes. 100% recovery of foot activity is observed 9-12 months after surgery.
2. Osteotomy of the base of the first metatarsal bone according to Lapidus. The operation involves rigid fixation of the metatarsal bone with the first sphenoid bone. Fixing is done with bolts or metal plates. This type of surgery is performed for young people with hypermobility of the joints.
3. Osteotomy of the base of the first metatarsal bone according to the Strain. In this case, a bone implant is attached to the sphenoid bone, with which the metatarsal bone is fixed in the correct position. The disadvantage of this method can be considered a very long healing process.
4. Watermann's technique involves the complete replacement of the affected joint, replanting healthy cartilage instead of deformed.
5. C-shaped osteotomy avoids shortening of the finger and keeps the bone intact.
6. Resection arthroplasty is performed on joints affected by arthrosis and involves the replacement of silicone or metal implants.

Wearing Special Clips
They are used in cases of mild deviation of the metatarsal bone. The clamps are convenient to use, the joint is firmly fixed during movement, the fingers are placed anatomically correctly. They should be worn from 2-3 months to six months, until the problem of protruding bone is solved. Created special day and night proofreaders that are suitable for people of all ages.

The ValuFix splint is an articulated device developed by orthopedists to reduce stress on the bones of the big toe. The bandage does not rub the foot, the porous pad protects the fingers and fixes them in the anatomically correct position, and the straps reliably attach the valgus splint to the foot. The size of the device is universal, the tire is used by both young people and the elderly.

Correction tire Valgus Pro has flexible gel pads on the bones of the foot. The protruding bone is completely blocked by a silicone corrector, without causing discomfort when wearing shoes. The advantage of Valgus Pro is that the tire does not have hinges, so it can be worn with shoes. With regular use, the bone falls into place after 3-4 months.

Altus Pro Silicone Corrector for Stopping Degenerative Cartilage Destruction. The device reliably fixes a section of the foot subject to curvature, pressing a deformed finger to it.The corrector is recommended by orthopedists, both for eliminating the bulging cone, and for speedy recovery in the postoperative period.

The elastic retainer Valgus Plus is completely invisible when wearing shoes and sandals. Soft silicone protects the skin of the foot from the formation of corns, scuffs and calluses. Hypoallergenic material does not cause irritation and diaper rash. The corrector ideally fixes the fingers in the correct position, in it you can engage in sports and dancing, as well as wear at night.

The use of therapeutic creams and ointments

1. Cream Bump-STOP Shark Fat. Contains shark fat and noble laurel extract, which help relieve inflammation and accelerate the regeneration of damaged cartilage tissue. The cream is used three times a day, applying it to the bulging bone. The first results are visible in a month.
2. Cream Valgus Stop Lab Emanci. It contains extract of alpine arnica flower, which has regenerative properties. Corn oil is rich in phytosterols that relieve foot edema. Caffeine stimulates recovery processes. The cream helps relieve pain, relieves bone in the early stages.

The sooner you start treating a protruding bone on your leg, the faster the positive results will appear. Also, timely treatment will save you from a painful operation that has a long recovery period and serious potential complications. The best solution is to wear silicone clips.

Video: how to get rid of a bone on the leg