A bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe (metatarsophalangeal joint). This is caused when the first metatarsal deviates toward the center-line of the body. This pushes the head of the metatarsal outward, forming a bony and soft tissue protrusion on the inside of the foot. This deviation tips the base of the big toe bone and the big toe itself toward the lesser toes. This forces the joint at the base of the big toe to protrude.
Although the exact cause of a bunion is unknown, there are many hypotheses. Factors likely include an inherited foot disorder, foot stress or injuries, or deformities present at birth. Bunions can also be associated with certain types of arthritis, particularly inflammatory types, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Erosion of the joints in the toes can cause them to shift and dislocate, causing bunions to form. Women are also more likely to develop a bunion, possibly the result of wearing tightly fitting shoes with a heel or a constricted toe box.
Bunions cause symptoms of swelling and redness around the big toe joint, corns or calluses, ongoing pain or pain that comes and goes, and limited movement of the big toe.
Wellness Recommendation
The wellness recommendation for a bunion includes the WHITEE Patch and LC Balancer. The WHITEE Patch helps repair joint damage, bone malalignment, and decreases inflammation. The WHITEE Patch accomplishes this by increasing local blood flow to supply the necessary nutrients for both joint and bone repair. The Patch also increases local lymphatic circulation and temperature to not only to clear away metabolic debris and inflammation but also increase the rate of healing reactions such as osteoblasts and collagen for repair. Some highlighted herbal ingredients in the WHITEE Patch include Myrrh, Twotooth Achyranthes Root, and Common Flowering Quince Fruit which have all been shown to increase blood flow, improve waste drainage, and activate the blood. The WHITEE Patch also helps to address factors that caused the bunion such as arthritis or joint/bone malalignment. LC Balancer, a kidney Yin formula, helps increase systemic microcirculation and improve nutrient absorption. Reishi Mushroom, one of the ingredients in LC Balancer, has been shown to have a positive effect on blood flow by increasing blood circulation and white blood cell count. Patients can experience symptom improvement within a few days and 4 weeks to 3 months (depending on severity) of the protocol is recommended for significant improvement
