Shop podiatrist-approved shoes for bunions, from sneakers to sandals and more, with options for men and women.

High heels arent comfortable for most people, and for anyone with bunions, they provide an extra challenge.

According to Dr. Lobkova, bunions are genetic and tend to run in families.

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What are the best shoe options for people with bunions?

Dr. Lobkova says they also tend to be wider shoes, so they give your feet some extra room.

For slip-ons, the Cloudsteppers Breeze Emily Stretch slip-ons are particularly bunion-friendly.

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With a leather footbed and ergonomic midsoles, these FitFlop sandals are comfortable for extended periods of time.

The shoe comes in Narrow and Wide options.

Dr. Lobkova says these are wide and made to accommodate and stabilize the foot.

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They have responsive cushioning and a flexible footbed to help you move smoothly and stylishly.

They have a slip-resistant sole, cushioning that responds to your unique stride, and maximum support.

Theyre available in Medium, Wide, and X-Wide sizes.

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Theyre made with renewable materials and have a non-slip rubber grip to handle both dry and rainy days.

Theyre also machine-washable so you could keep them smelling fresh.

Theres extra support in the heel and the shoes are available in multiple widths.

Best for everyday: New Balance Women’s Fresh Foam Roav V2 Shoe

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Theyre available in Narrow, Standard, Wide, and X-Wide, as well as several color options.

Also note that these are trail shoes so theyre lightweight, durable, and made to endure any terrain.

Best extra-wide: Apis Mt.

Best slip-ons: Clarks Cloudsteppers Breeze Emily Stretch Slip-Ons

Emey 9708 shoe for men with bunions.

This sneaker has features that check all the boxes, she says.

It actually comes in widths up to 3X-Wide, which is three times wider than the standard width.

Best sandal: FitFlop Lulu Adjustable Leather Toe-Posts Sandal

Plus, its partly made out of mesh which is great for flexibility.

Frequently asked questions

What are the worst shoes for bunions?

The answer, Dr. Ragland says, is actually super simple.

Best wool: Allbirds Wool Runners

The worst pop in of shoe for a bunion is a shoe that hurts, she says.

And that rule goes for everyone regardless of the foot condition, such asshoes for hammertoes.

Can wearing the wrong shoes make bunions worse?

Best for running: Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24

Thus, proper footwear is important.

Can you get rid of bunions without surgery?

The only way to get rid of bunions is with surgical intervention, Dr. Ragland says.

Best cushion: Hoka Clifton 10

However, she adds that wearing proper fitting, comfortable shoes can decelerate a bunions formation.

What is a tailors bunion or bunionette?

Tailors bunion gets its name because non-electric sewing machines had a foot pedal, Dr. Ragland says.

Best shock-absorbing: Oofos Oomg Eezee Low Shoe

Tailors and seamstresses feet in the bunionette area would callus and bulge, hence the name.

When should I see a foot doctor for foot pain from bunions?

The short answer: ASAP.

Best zero drop: Xero Shoes Prio Barefoot Shoe

Foot pain is not normal, Dr. Ragland says.

Dr. Ragland also notes that conservative therapy should be exhausted before attempting surgical correction.

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Best orthopedic: Orthofeet Coral Sneakers

Best extra-wide: Kuru Quantum 2 Sneaker

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Best hiking boot: Propét Conni Hiking Boot

Best leather: Cole Haan GrandPrø Tennis Sneaker

Best suede: Brooks Addiction Walker Suede

Best wool: Allbirds Wool Runner Mizzles

Best sandals: Oofos Ooriginal Recovery Sandal

Best boot: Cole Haan ØriginalGrand Chukka Boot

Best for walking: New Balance FuelCell Walker Elite V1

Best for running: New Balance Fresh Foam X 880v15

Best for trail running: Altra Lone Peak 8 Trail Shoe

Best cushion: Brooks Ghost Max 2

Best orthopedic: Orthofeet Lava Shoe

Best extra-wide: Apis Mt. Emey 9708 Shoe