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BUNIONS (Assessment (Assess for deformity., Assess the severity of the…
BUNIONS
Assessment
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Enquire about a medical history of diabetes, vascular disease, or neuropathy.
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Enquire about treatments that have already been tried, such as bunion pads or over-the-counter analgesics.
Management
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If the person is symptomatic:◦Offer oral analgesia (for example paracetamol or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, such as ibuprofen).
Consider referral for bunion surgery if ongoing pain, the 2nd to toe is involved, difficulty obtaining footwear, significant disruption to lifestyle & activities.
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Offer written information, such as the NHS choices patient information on Bunions
Defintion
A bunion is a deformity which occurs when the great toe moves towards the second toe (and may sometimes overlie it). This causes a prominent first metatarsal head, sometimes associated with bursitis. Bunions can cause pain when walking or wearing shoes
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Self care management
Bunion pads, splints analgesia, ice packs.