Bunions can be a real pain, especially during boots season.
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Boots +bunions= ouch!
It doesnt have to be a painful combination, though.
What are bunions and what causes them?
The result is a bony bump that can make walking and shoe-wearing tricky.
board-certified foot surgeon at Sole Podiatry NYC and star of TLC’sMy Feet Are Killing Me
Bunions can be hereditary, or it’s possible for you to develop them from everyday activities.
Did you start training for a marathon, dramatically increasing your activity?
Wear too narrow shoes for too long?
Spend a lot of time on your feet?
All of these situations can all cause bunions.
Oh no, I have a bunion!
How should I treat it?
First things first: get your achy feet to a doctor.
Can the wrong shoes make my bunions worse?
board-certified foot surgeon at Sole Podiatry NYC and star of TLC’sMy Feet Are Killing Me
Continuing to wear ill-fitting and uncomfortable shoes can cause symptoms to worsen over time, says Dr. Schaeffer.
First: plenty of room for your toes.
Supportive soles are another must-have.
If your boots lack proper support, add an insert designed for bunion relief.
For my patients I usually recommend something likeDr.
The material of the boot matters, too.
Forget anything stiff or insubstantial.
Ready to relieve your bunion pain in pretty boots?
Read on for the 10 best boots for bunions.
For good reason: they specialize in shoes and boots for women with bunions.
No one would know just by looking at them, though.
I love their chelsea boots because they are fashionable and comfortable for bunions, Dr. Schaeffer says.
Take the Roxy boot, for instance.
Their contoured footbed makes every step feel supported too.
No wonder theyre podiatrist-approved.
Add bunions to the mix and that can make for a tricky shopping experience.
Reviewers repeatedly comment how they are comfortable right out of the box and dont require a painful break-in period.
(Music to bunion sufferers ears.)
The toe portion is typically where bunions have the worst luck.
Square toe tops are back anyway!
I go by the motto these boots are made for walking, she says.
If its sold out through Cale Haans, site, tryZapposorAmazon.
First, the spacious shape gives you plenty of room to stretch your healing toes.
Chloe booties are an all-time favorite, says stylistChantelle Malarkey.
So comfortable, even after two surgeries on my bunions.
These show-stopping booties, worthy of a rock star (and you!
Theyre worth the investment and they never go out of style, says Malarkey.
A classic in my book!
Their quilted Castera design is an easygoing everyday boot that would be especially accommodating to bunions.
Check out that wide toe box!
Best of all, with their goes-with-everything style, theyll match a variety of outfits already in your wardrobe.
Their supportive sole, wide round toe, and extra comfy sherpa lining are all bunion-friendly.
Not only are they comfortable for all-day wear, but all-day wear with bunions.
These boots are constructed from high-quality leather material with a durable rubber sole and feature a short one-inch heel.
(Though really, did they ever truly go away?)
Add to that recipe a wide toe box and voila!
You have a bunion-friendly boot that makes for stress-free walking.
Consider these boots the finishing touch to any outfit.
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