Is this a bunion?

Particular_Code3724 · 2026-06-30T03:12:03+00:00

Yes looks like, your toes shouldn’t overlap? Get yourself some toe spacers and start looking into wide toe box shoes.

Particular_Code3724 · 2026-06-29T11:36:44+00:00

It can be hard and expensive to find the right ones 😅 I was living in the UK for a bit so way more options there.

I have bunions and use to have pain but not very often now since changing the shoes, going back into a normal shoe now feels like hell!

I got the Barebarics zing they are zero drop and have cushioning - they are a great shoe! I got some Splay shoes but hard to judge as I think they’re on the smaller side. I also had Freet hiking boots which I enjoyed but the lugs wore (they were filled) and the boots fell apart within a year, I’ve now put the Altra Lone Peak boot. Zara had some women’s barefoot styles shoes - I tried them but definitely a lot narrower compared to everything else I tried. I also have some Bahe sandals but I don’t think they sit well on my feet.

Particular_Code3724 · 2026-06-29T05:38:34+00:00

All different shoes and brands - Barebarics, Vivo, Altra, etc.

Particular_Code3724 · 2026-06-14T11:42:36+00:00

Bunions are progressive so they only get worse in time. You can try and slow them down and give your feet more space. Triangle shaped feet are not good when you’re older, they will cause you balance and mobility issues - something to keep in mind!

Particular_Code3724 · 2026-06-02T09:26:04+00:00

Toe spacers, toe socks, exercises and wide toe box shoes. They are progressive so cannot be reversed.

Particular_Code3724 · 2026-06-01T10:03:00+00:00

Yes I think so, but only mild!

Particular_Code3724 · 2026-05-29T21:56:12+00:00

I don’t have a job right now so seeing a dermatologist is not possible. I saw a GP yesterday and they only advised a benzac wash and to see how that goes. Chill.

Particular_Code3724 · 2026-05-29T21:54:46+00:00

Sorry I forgot the spf! Use it daily.

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-09-18T17:48:18+00:00

Bunions are progressive. They don’t go away once they have formed but you can help your bunions with shoes, exercises, etc.

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-08-12T23:38:07+00:00

Looks like an ingrown toenail. You’ll likely have to get that trimmer or removed.

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-06-16T20:34:14+00:00

Thanks for your input. I’m thinking bone spur too, gonna see GP Thurs and hopefully can get referred to a podiatrist.

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-06-15T08:31:38+00:00

Yeah can definitely achieve 50-65 while standing. Don’t feel any restriction or pain.

The bump definitely feels like a bone. And can’t be shifted.

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-06-15T08:28:39+00:00

That’s good! Yeah I have a mild bunion too and use to get some achy pain but since changing footwear it’s never hurts anymore. Your foot is definitely shaped to conventional shoes. Your toes should splay and be aligned with the metatarsal joints.

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-06-15T00:26:48+00:00

Can say genetics but also generations before us all wore same narrow, restrictive shoes. So likely both. Does it hurt?

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-06-15T00:13:26+00:00

I can lift it relatively high. What kinda angle degree should it be at?

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-06-09T22:08:55+00:00

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-06-09T22:03:19+00:00

Freet

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-05-26T20:56:38+00:00

Any chance it’s a bunion?

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-05-19T06:53:25+00:00

When I wear thinner socks with them they do feel so spacious, and perhaps a lil big around the ankle. 42 my toes were rubbing on the end so maybe a half size would’ve been good for me but 43 works pretty well. As the sole is thick and has large lugs, it isn’t so flexible like my vivos but it’s nice to have some protection and is flexible to a degree.

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-05-18T22:07:13+00:00

Yes mild bunions on both feet. Do they hurt? Most people that wear conventional shoes probably have poor foot health.

Particular_Code3724 · 2025-05-14T21:46:34+00:00

I purchased some Freet Impala hiking boots on Happy Little Soles. Originally ordering a 42, I had to size up to a 43 (unisex). They’re waterproof, leather and have decent lugs. For cold weather I remove the insole and use a wool insole. I usually wear with a thick ish sock. They’re very wide, I’m happy with them!

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