Bunions Center - El Cajon, CA
El Cajon Orthopedic Surgeon Doctors for BunionsType of Physician: Orthopedic Surgeon What is a Orthopedic Surgeon ? A certification by the Board of Orthopaedic Surgery; practitioners focus on the investigation, preservation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. Birth defects, trauma, infections, tumors and metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system are problems cared for by the orthopaedic surgeon. Specialty: Orthopaedic Surgery Common Name: Orthopedist Orthopedic Surgeon Doctors in El Cajon * Louis J Levy MD  James F Marino MD  Drs Allsing & Marxen  Alvarado Orthopaedic Medical  Grossmont Orthopaedic Medical Group  Doctors Lukavsky & Close  Grossmont Orthopaedic Medical Group  Grossmont Orthopaedic Medical Group  Grossmont Orthopaedic Medical Group  Grossmont Orthopaedic Medical Group  Doctors Lukavsky & Close  Drs Allsing & Marxen  Doctors Lukavsky & Close  Roman B Cham MD  San Diego Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center  San Diego Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center  Spine Institute of San Diego  Spine Institute of San Diego  San Diego Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center  San Diego Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center  Alvarado Orthopaedic Medical  Alvarado Orthopaedic Medical  Alvarado Orthopaedic Medical  Alvarado Orthopaedic Medical  Alvarado Orthopaedic Medical  Kaiser Permanente Orthopaedic Center  Kaiser Permanente Orthopaedic Center  Lenihan Selecky & Chadha MDs Orthopaedics  Lenihan Selecky & Chadha MDs Orthopaedics  Anthony G Sanzone MD  Lenihan Selecky & Chadha MDs Orthopaedics  Thomas W Harris MD  James McSweeney MD  Harry R Boffman Jr. MD  Harry R Boffman Jr. MD  California Spine Group  Center for Orthopedic Care  Center for Orthopedic Care  California Orthopaedic Institute Medical Assoc Inc  California Orthopaedic Institute Medical Assoc Inc  California Orthopaedic Institute Medical Assoc Inc  California Orthopaedic Institute Medical Assoc Inc  California Orthopaedic Institute Medical Assoc Inc  Physicians Office at Oasis  Physicians Office at Oasis  Physicians Office at Oasis  David Easley MD  RMM Orthopaedics  Spine & Sport Physical Therapy  RMM Orthopaedics  Childrens Specialists of San Diego Orthopedics Scoliosis  Childrens Specialists of San Diego Orthopedics Scoliosis  Childrens Specialists of San Diego Orthopedics Scoliosis  Childrens Specialists of San Diego Orthopedics Scoliosis  Childrens Specialists of San Diego Orthopedics Scoliosis  Childrens Specialists of San Diego Orthopedics Scoliosis  San Diego Hand Specialists  San Diego Hand Specialists  Lisa S Miller MD  San Diego Hand Specialists  Robert D Tonks MD  Orthopaedic Medical Group  Scripps Clinic Orthopaedics & Podiatry  Orthopaedic Medical Group  William P Curran MD  John G Lane MD  David G Levinsohn MD Inc  Orthopaedic Medical Group  Orthopaedic Medical Group  Orthopaedic Medical Group  Orthopaedic Medical Group  Joel J. Smith MD  The Sport Institute Medical Group  Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopedic  Bone Associates  Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopedic  Center for Sports Medicine & Orthopedic  Bone Associates  James R McClurg MD  Richard M Braun MD  William Tontz MD  Michael S Bongiovanni MD  San Diego Sport & Spine  Reid A Abrams MD  Family Health Centers of San Diego  Spruce Medical Group  Champion Orthopaedics  Spruce Medical Group  William W Winternitz MD  Orthopaedic Surgery Associates of North County  Orthopaedic Surgery Associates of North County  San Diego Advanced Orthopedic Center  Orthopaedic Surgery Associates of North County  Scripps Clinic Orthopaedics & Podiatry  Scripps Clinic Orthopaedics & Podiatry  Scripps Clinic Orthopaedics & Podiatry  Scripps Clinic Orthopaedics & Podiatry  Mark H Mikulics MD  Christopher Pallia MD  Damion J Valletta DO ATC El Cajon, CaliforniaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-03
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BunionsWhat are bunions?The common bunion is a localized area of enlargement of the inner portion of the joint at the base of the big toe. The enlargement actually represents additional bone formation, often in combination with a misalignment of the big toe. The normal position of the big toe (straight forward) becomes outward-directed toward the smaller toes. The enlarged joint at the base of the big toe (the first metatarsophalangeal joint) can become inflamed with redness, tenderness, and pain. A small fluid-filled sac (bursa) adjacent to the joint can also become inflamed (bursitis) leading to additional swelling, redness, and pain. A less common bunion is located at the joint at the base of the smallest (fifth) toe. This bunion is sometimes referred to as a tailor's bunion.
Who develops bunions?Bunions most commonly affect women. Some studies report that bunions occur nearly 10 times more frequently in women then men. It has been suggested that tight-fitting shoes, especially high-heel and narrow-toed, might increase the risk for bunion formation. Bunions are reported to be more prevalent in people who wear shoes than in barefoot people. There also seem to be inherited (genetic) factors that predispose to the development of bunions, especially when they occur in younger individuals. Other risk factors for the development of bunions include congenital (present from birth) abnormal formation of the bones of the foot, nerve conditions that affect the foot, rheumatoid arthritis, and injury to the foot. Bunions are common in ballet dancers.
What are symptoms of a bunion?Bunions may or may not cause symptoms. A frequent symptom is pain in the involved area when walking or wearing shoes that is relieved by resting. A bunion causes enlargement of the base of the big toe and is usually associated with positi... Recommended Reading Related to BunionsQuestions To Ask Before Surgery » What is the operation (procedure) that is recommended?Ask your surgeon for a simplified explanation of the type of operation, technique used, and reasons it should be performed. (Pictures and drawings can tell patients and family a great deal.) Why was this specific procedure chosen over possible alternatives? What is the surgeon's experience with this procedure? Ask the surgeon about his/her experience with this procedure, its outcome, and the hospital or setting in which the operation will be performed. Is the nursing staff accustomed to caring for patients who have had this procedure? What is the reason that this procedure is necessary at this time?Is the procedure being done to relieve pain, diagnose a condition, correct deformity, for cosmetic reasons, or what exact purposes? Must the procedure be performed immediately?
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