Patients suffering from bunions, more often than not, find it hard to look for and find footwear that will fit properly without causing too much pain. Although this is true, it doesn’t mean that there aren’t any shoes available for them. There are a variety of choices available that could be worn and used by these people.

There are just a few features to look for when considering a pair of shoes that would accommodate your condition. First, it should have a wide toe box. A wide toe box alots enough space for the toes and the joints to feel relaxed and eliminates the feeling of being packed too much. Second would be the cushion support. If the shoes have enough soft and comfortable padding, the feet and joints will also feel comfortable. Third would be stretchy upper material. This is an option to look for if wide toe boxed shoes are not available. If the upper of the shoes are made of something stretchy like spandex, then it can also accommodate the abnormal angle of the inflamed toe joint.

Clogs and sandals are the usual footwear options of people with bunions. Unfortunately, there are occasoions when these are not allowed or appropriate during a function or particular activities. Nevertheless, there are still other types of bunion shoes that could be worn. Nowadays, there are sneakers, pumps and slip-on shoes that are designed to fit patients suffering from this medical condition without experiencing too much pain.

For example, the Saucony ProGrid Omni is a sneaker model that provides good stability and comfortable fit for people with bunions. This model is perfect for them to use if they need to exercise, run or work out at the gym. Saucony’s shoes are designed with a slightly wider toe box which is perfect for bunions.

Another example would be the Caroline Mary Jane. This particular model is perfect for office wear. It’s a simple, black flat shoe that has a suede upper with streth topline which can adjust to the width of feet with bunions. Another feature this footwear has is the cushioned footbed that helps relieve pressure points.

There are a lot of other bunion shoes and models out there that you can use and choose from. Just because you have sensitive toe joints don’t necessarily mean you have to limit yourself with clogs and sandals. You can still be fashionable and as active as you want as long as you choose the proper footwear and as long as you take good care of your feet.

Jarrod is a medical practitioner with a comprehensive experience of Orthopedics. He has been associated with Pathophysiology for over 20 years. He often shares new innovations and treatments on bunions on feet and many other bone diseases through this writing.