Bunion pads are designed to cushion the pressure of the bump on the side of your great toe joint against a shoe. There are many types of bunion pads available in the pharmacy foot care aisle, in catalogs, and online. All are designed to cushion the bunion against the side of shoes.
There are a variety of materials used to make bunion cushions. These include gel, foam, and felt. Some use an adhesive to stay on, others do not The pad that works best for my patients is a gel bunion cushion that uses a soft loop around the great toe.
Bunion cushions do not provide relief for everyone, but for those that find relief it helps to delay treatment with bunion surgery. If you have a painful bunion on your feet, contact Dr. Andrew Schneider for a comprehensive evaluation and recommendation for the best treatment for your condition.
