Wearing high heels for a long time is easy to cause excessive pressure on the soles of the feet, and the big toe is caught inward, which is easy to cause hallux valgus. If the shoe last is too small, there is not enough room for toes to move, and they will be squeezed for a long time, which is also easy to cause hallux valgus.

It is recommended not to wear high heels or shoes with narrow toes for a long time, or to take off your shoes and move your toes for a while.

The most often overlooked cause of hallux valgus is flat foot. When standing and walking, the feet bear the whole body weight. If the medial arch collapses and lacks support, there will be outward stress on the big toe side due to the mechanical relationship of the incorrect force line of the foot, and hallux valgus will be formed over time. Therefore, we should actively correct flat feet.

When hallux valgus deformity is found, even if there is no obvious pain, you should go to the relevant hospital for examination as soon as possible, which can not only control the deterioration of hallux valgus deformity in time, but also effectively prevent related complications.

Patients with mild hallux valgus can try the following methods for self-treatment:

Regular barefoot exercise can enhance the muscle strength of the sole and delay the deterioration of hallux valgus.

Breaking your toes with your fingers every day can also effectively prevent hallux valgus from getting worse.

Wearing proper shoes can prevent the occurrence and development of hallux valgus. For mild hallux valgus, a cotton pad can be placed between the toe 1 and 2 to make the big toe straighten gradually. At the same time, use corrective shoes or flat foot insoles to correct flat feet.

1. physical therapy: you can go to the department of rehabilitation medicine to receive some physical therapy such as ultrasound and microwave;

2. Bracing or sticking therapy: under the guidance of professional doctors/therapists, select appropriate orthopedic foot pads or braces to correct hallux valgus. It should be noted here that you must not rely too much on braces!

3. Surgery: If conservative treatment is ineffective or serious, surgery is best;

4. Exercise therapy: You can learn the most suitable exercise therapy under the guidance of a professional therapist. For details, please poke the first video and learn to correct hallux valgus from the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine! )