Injections may alleviate some of the bunion painThe pain associated with a bunion on your foot is due to inflammation. That inflammation can be either at the bump on the side of your foot or deeper within the joint. Reducing the inflammation would help to control the bunion pain.

A cortisone injection is very effective in reducing the pain from a bunion. Because the area of inflammation is so localized, an injection does a better job than taking an oral anti-inflammatory medication. Even so, the results of the injection are likely to be temporary. Over time, the inflammation will build up again and cause the pain to return.

If you are experiencing bunion pain, the best time to get it checked and treated is now. Whether it be an injection, padding, custom orthotics, or even bunion surgery, Houston podiatrist Dr. Andrew Schneider will recommend the best and most effective treatment for you.

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A podiatrist and foot surgeon in Houston, TX.