Tailor's Bunion
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Foot Pain & Deformities
What is Tailor's Bunion?
A tailor's bunion, also called a bunionette, is a bony prominence on the outside of the foot near the base of the little (pinky) toe. Similar to a bunion on the big toe, it forms when the fifth metatarsal bone shifts outward while the little toe moves inward.
Causes
Several factors can contribute to the development of tailor's bunion:
- Inherited foot structure
- Tight or narrow footwear
- Biomechanical abnormalities
- Arthritis
Symptoms
Common signs and symptoms of tailor's bunion include:
- Bump on the outside edge of the foot at the base of the little toe
- Pain and inflammation
- Redness and swelling
- Difficulty wearing certain shoes
- Callus formation
Treatment Options
At Infinity Foot & Ankle in DeSoto, TX, we offer comprehensive treatment options for tailor's bunion:
- Wider shoes with adequate toe room
- Padding and custom orthotics
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Icing for inflammation
- Surgical correction for severe cases