Hallux valgus facts for kids
A Hallux valgus, also called bunion, is when the bone or tissue around the joint at the base of the big toe becomes larger. The big toe (hallux) may turn in toward the second toe, and the tissues around it can become swollen and red.
Images for kids
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Drawing of a bunion
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High heels are associated with developing bunions.
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X-ray showing measurements of HV and IM angles of hallux valgus.
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Gel toe spacers come in a variety of sizes and shapes.
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See also
In Spanish: Hallux valgus para niños
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