Bunions Center - Mount Prospect, IL
Mount Prospect 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 Mount Prospect * Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Orthopedic Associates  Orthopedic Associates  Orthopedic Associates  Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago  Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago  Rollo J Nesset MD  Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago  Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago  Neurologic & Orthopedic Hospital of Chicago  Northwest Orthopedic Surgery  Northwest Orthopedic Surgery  Northwest Orthopedic Surgery  Northwest Orthopedic Surgery  Northwest Orthopedic Surgery  Arlington Orthopedics & Hand Surgery  Fahey Medical Center  Fahey Medical Center  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Suburban Orthopaedics  Charles O'Laughlin MD  Midwest Sports Medicine  Midwest Sports Medicine  Midwest Sports Medicine  Midwest Sports Medicine  Illinois Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Center  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  North Suburban Orthopedic Associates  North Suburban Orthopedic Associates  Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists  The Spine Center SC  Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists  Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists  Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists  Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists  Midwest Center for Sight  Orthopaedic Surgery Specialists  The Spine Center SC  Fahey Medical Center Orthopaedic Surgery  Northshore University Health System Orthopaedic Surgery  Melvin P Katz MD  Complete Orthopedic Care  Complete Orthopedic Care  Complete Orthopedic Care  Complete Orthopedic Care  Woodfield Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine LTD  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Barrington Orthopaedic Specialists  Lawrence B Metrick MD  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Glenview  Adult & Pediatric Orthopedics  Adult & Pediatric Orthopedics  Adult & Pediatric Orthopedics  Adult & Pediatric Orthopedics  William Newman MD  Thomas L Rodts MD  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Park Ridge Orthopedic Surgeons  Northwest Orthopaedic Associates  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute  Midwest Orthopaedics/Illinois Bone & Joint Institute Mount Prospect, IllinoisUpcoming Local Events2012-06-03
2012-07-03
2012-07-07
2012-07-12
2012-07-22
2012-08-24
2012-09-09
2012-09-09
2012-09-09
2012-09-23
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?
What are the options if this pro...Other Related Bunions ArticlesEmergency Contact for Mount Prospect
Nearby Mount Prospect Hospitals *Northwest Community Hospital Resurrection Health Care Holy Family Medical Center Alexian Brothers Medical Center Alexian Rehabilitation Hospital Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Glenbrook Hospital Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital Resurrection Health Care Resurrection Medical Center St Alexius Medical Center Streamwood Behavioral Health Center Chicago-Read Mental Health Center Elmhurst Memorial Hospital Kindred Hospital Northlake Adventist GlenOaks Hospital Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital RUSH North Shore Medical Center Highland Park Hospital Gottlieb Memorial Hospital Resurrection Health Care Our Lady of Resurrection Medical Center Shriners Hospital for Children Chicago Condell Medical Center Resurrection Health Care Westlake Hospital Lake Forest Hospital NorthShore University HealthSystems Resurrection Health Care Saint Francis Hospital Kindred Hospital Chicago Central Swedish Covenant Hospital RUSH Oak Park Hospital Loyola University Medical Center Resurrection Health Care West Suburban Medical Center Riveredge Hospital Kindred Hospital Chicago North Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital John J Madden Mental Health Center Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital CINN Neurologic & Orthopedic Institute of Chicago Methodist Hospital of Chicago Kindred Hospital Chicago Lakeshore Loretto Hospital Sherman Hospital Elgin Mental Health Center Hartgrove Hospital Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital Chicago Lakeshore Hospital Weiss Memorial Hospital Central DuPage Hospital Norwegian-American Hospital Sacred Heart Hospital Thorek Memorial Hospital Resurrection Health Care Saint Elizabeth Hospital RML Specialty Hospital Adventist Hinsdale Hospital North Chicago VA Medical Center MacNeal Hospital Resurrection Health Care Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital Center Advocate Bethany Hospital Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center Children's Memorial Hospital Adventist LaGrange Memorial Hospital Resurrection Health Care Saint Joseph Hospital Lincoln Park Hospital Provena Saint Joseph Hospital John H Stroger Jr Hospital of Cook County Saint Anthony Hospital Jesse Brown VA Medical Center Johnston R Bowman Health Center Rush University Medical Center University of Illinois Medical Center Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center Northwestern Memorial Hospital Prentice Women's Hospital Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Vista Medical Center West Mercy Hospital & Medical Center Featured Articles*Provider Directory Terms of Use: The WebMD 'Provider Directory' is provided by WebMD for use by the general public as a quick reference of information about Providers. The Provider Directory is not intended as a tool for verifying the credentials, qualifications, or abilities of any Provider contained therein. Inclusion in the Provider Directory does not imply recommendation or endorsement nor does omission in the Provider Directory imply WebMD disapproval. |
Suggested Reading on Bunions by Our Doctors
-
Related Diseases & Conditions
1 articles-
Diabetes and Foot Problems
- Diabetes related foot problems can affect your health with two problems: diabetic neuropathy, where diabetes affects the nerves, and peripheral vascular disease, where diabetes affects the flow of blood. Common foot problems for people with diabetes include athlete's foot, fungal infection of nails, calluses, corns, blisters, bunions, dry skin, foot ulcers, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, and plantar warts.
-
Diabetes and Foot Problems
-
Medications
1 articles -
Procedures & Tests
1 articles -
Pictures, Images & Quizzes
4 articles -
Doctor's & Expert's Views
4 articles -
Health News
4 articles -
Health Features
1 articles
