by Susan Johnson | Jun 24, 2015 | Bunion Removal, Clinical Trial, JBR Clinical Research
Hallux valgus. These two Latin words equate to a lot of pain for many people. Why? Because in English, these words translate into “bunion.” Commonly known as a fleshy bump that appears on the outer side of your big toe, a bunion is actually a change in the structure...
by Susan Johnson | Jun 24, 2015 | Bunion Removal, Healthy Volunteer, JBR Clinical Research
If you have a bunion, it is likely causing you pain. Salt Lake City residents have a reputation for being active and, if you’re an avid hiker or skier, you may find it difficult certain footwear increases symptoms. But for serious bunions, people experience pain while...
by Susan Johnson | Mar 2, 2015 | Bunion Removal, Clinical Trial, Healthy Volunteer, JBR Clinical Research
If you are looking into bunion removal in Salt Lake City, you are likely to have many questions. If you suffer from bunions, you know that the condition can be very painful, making it difficult to walk for even a short distance. Sometimes, larger shoes can alleviate...
by Susan Johnson | Mar 2, 2015 | Bunion Removal, Clinical Trial, Healthy Volunteer, JBR Clinical Research
A bunion is a deformity of the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. A bunion develops when the first metatarsal bone of the foot turns outward and the big toe points inward, causing the joint to jut out. When symptoms start impacting everyday life, it may be time to be...
by Susan Johnson | Dec 11, 2014 | Bunion Removal, Clinical Trial, Healthy Volunteer, JBR Clinical Research
If you’ve been experiencing foot pain next to your big toe, you may have a bunion. Although there are many causes of bunions, there are six main reasons why these bony painful bumps form. Bunion Cause #1: Genetics The most likely cause for bunions is your genetics. It...
