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Bunions: Not Just Another “Bump” in the Road of Aging

High heels, high-intensity workouts, or even heredity have the potential to cause you pain in the form of bunions. These bony bumps, located at the base of the big toe, wreak havoc on your feet over time...

Women are more susceptible to bunions than men, most likely due to wearing high heel and tight shoes. Adolescent girls, ages 10 to 15, also can acquire bunions, but it’s rare. Over time, the foot bones are squeezed into an unnatural formation causing damaged anatomy and pain. It’s also a well-known fact that as we age, or gain weight, our feet spread and that worsens the problems already in place or triggers the development of bunions.

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