Contrary to popular belief, bunions are not growths of extra bone. They are a progressive bone deformity where the big toe bends towards the second toe, forcing the joint at the base of the toe to stick out. Genetics play a role, but narrow, pointy-toed shoes are the primary accelerator. High heels, which shove the toe forward into the "toe box," are notorious culprits.
Every pair of feet begins as a soft, flexible mystery. In babies, the bones haven't even fully hardened yet; they continue to develop well into the teenage years. As we grow, these 26 bones and 33 joints become our primary connection to the earth. They tell a story of where we’ve been—whether through the "pipe stem" legs Contrary to popular belief, bunions are not growths
Use lotion to prevent cracking and calluses, but avoid putting it between the toes. High heels, which shove the toe forward into
Alternating between lifting the big toe and the four smaller toes. As we grow, these 26 bones and 33