Houston’s famous rapper Slim Thug went through with the decision to post pictures of his foot surgery on social media sites like Instagram. The 32-year-old rap sensation put up a shocking picture of his feet post-surgery showing the removal of his bunions. In an additional post on the site, the rapper took a picture of himself in hospital scrubs. According to Billboard.com, Thug has made a swift recovery judging by the results shown by his colorful messages via twitter feed.

Bunions themselves are a common problem people face. If you are experiencing toe pain or foot pain that you think might be related to bunions, it is recommended to seek the care of a podiatrist such as Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. Dr. Hyman can examine your bunions, diagnose the condition, and provide the appropriate treatment options to you.
What is a Bunion?

A bunion is formed of swollen tissue or boney growth enlargement, usually located at the base joint of the toe that connects to the foot. The swelling occurs by the bones in the big toe shifting inward, which impacts the other toes of the foot. This causes the area around the base of the big to become inflamed and often painful.

Why do Bunions Form?

• Genetics – susceptibility to bunions are often hereditary, particularly among Caucasians
• Stress on the feet – poorly fitted and uncomfortable footwear that place undue stress on feet, such as heels and stilettos, can cause bunions to form

How are Bunions Diagnosed?

Podiatrists knowledgeable in anatomy and foot structure can be able to diagnose bunions through the following two methods:

• Blood Tests – to help rule out other conditions while finding underlying causes to bunions, especially from disease
• Radiological Exam- X-rays can show whether there are any joint enlargements near the toe’s base, which can indicate a bunion

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office in Milburn NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot ankle injuries.

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