subject: Tailors Bunion Shoes. What You Should Look For In New Shoes [print this page] The tailors bunion, or bunionette is an outgrowth of bone from the first joint of the small toe, which is usually caused by pressure placed on the toes from ill-fitting shoes. When the toes are moved out of their natural position the weight of the body cannot be correctly supported and bunions can develop.
Changing the footwear is vital to give the toes time to recover properly. When looking for a pair of suitable shoes, they are rarely advertised as tailors bunion shoes, however if you take note of the features listed below, you will get a perfect shoe for your feet which will help speed up the bunion recovery process considerably.
Tailors bunions shoes must first and foremost have a wide area for the toes so that they can lie in their normal position. Any restriction of movement can cause problems and trigger pain episodes. Many shoes have wide toe areas so there should not be too much restriction of choice, or fashionable style.
Sadly the high heeled shoes will need to be replaced as when the heel is elevated the bodyweight is shifted from the heel and the ball to the ball of the foot and the joints of the toes. This will aggravate the condition so heels should be kept low whenever possible.
The uppers of the shoes need to be made from a forgiving material such as fabric, rubber or worn leather. There needs to be a little bit of give in the shoes, to prevent pressure from being placed on the joint and when this is unavoidable, that the material stretches.
Shoes may need to be a little wider than normal to accommodate a bunion pad. This is a small piece of material which cushions the side of the foot, and shoes should be tried with a bunion pad in place to make sure that they fit comfortably.
If you take note of these points when choosing tailors bunion shoes, the problem will be eased, you will suffer from less pain, and the toes can be allowed to heal naturally.
In most cases it is a wise move to purchase a toe straightening device which can be worn inside the sock and shoe, which will give additional support to the toes to keep them straight at all times. These are a relatively inexpensive purchase and will ensure that the toes are kept in a straight position. When the tailors bunion develops, the little toe can move inwards and point towards the other toes. Simply by changing footwear, the problem many not resolve itself. As the condition develops further, the muscles and ligaments in the feet alter to the new position and may need to be manipulated a little to help stretch the ligaments and help the toes return to a normal position.
Stretching exercises will help to bring some life back to the feet and toes, and a doctor or podiatrist will be able to give advice on the best exercises to perform on a daily basis. The use of toe stretchers is a great way of coaxing mobility back into the toes. A light stretching night and morning will not only help to loosen the muscles and tendons, but will help to breathe a little bit of life back into the feet in general. Most people who try them, even those without a toe condition, can feel the benefits from doing so. A foot massage also is a great way to relax the feet and relieve pain and tension.
