Bunions (Hallux Valgus): Exercises and Treatment

Bunions (also known as hallux valgus) is a progressive deformity which involves lateral deviation of the great toe and medial deviation of the first metatarsal. It typically involves development of a bony prominence on the medial aspect of the first metatarsal head. There are a wide range of exercises and treatment options for bunions, but how beneficial are they? Can they help reduce pain? Improve function? And can they reduce the severity? In this video, we explain what bunions are, discuss the various non-operative treatment options, and show you the 3 best exercises you can do for bunions.