Bunion/Hallux Valgus
Bunion Treatment in Fort Worth & Burleson, TX
A bunion is a progressive deformity of the big toe joint that causes the toe to shift inward and create a painful prominence on the side of the foot.
Dr. Dalton Ryba treats bunion deformities with both conservative care and advanced surgical correction for patients in Fort Worth and Burleson.
What Is A Bunion?
A bunion (hallux valgus) develops when the first metatarsal bone drifts outward while the big toe moves toward the second toe.
This misalignment leads to joint instability, inflammation, and progressive deformity.
What Are The Common Symptoms?
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Pain over the big toe joint
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Visible bump on the side of the foot
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Redness or swelling
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Difficulty fitting into shoes
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Overlapping second toe
What Are The Causes And Risk Factors?
Bunions often develop due to:
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Genetic foot structure
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Flatfoot deformity
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Tight calf muscles
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Joint instability
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Narrow footwear
What Are The Treatment Options?
Most patients improve with conservative treatment.
Conservative Treatment
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Shoe modifications
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Orthotics
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Padding
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Activity modification
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Anti-inflammatories
These treatments relieve symptoms but do not correct the deformity.
Surgical Correction
If pain persists, surgical correction may be recommended.
Common procedures include:
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Minimally invasive distal osteotomy (Austin/Chevron)
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Lapidus fusion for instability
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Big toe joint fusion
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Soft tissue balancing
Procedure selection depends on deformity severity and foot mechanics.
What Is The Recovery Timeline?
Many patients improve within several weeks once proper treatment begins.
Severe or chronic cases may require several months of structured treatment before symptoms fully resolve.
Surgical recovery depends on the procedure performed.
Most patients walk in a surgical boot for several weeks followed by gradual return to activity.
When To See A Specialist?
Evaluation is recommended if bunion pain limits daily activities or shoe wear.
Early treatment may prevent worsening deformity.
Early diagnosis helps prevent chronic pain.
Dr. Ryba sees patients in Fort Worth and Burleson, TX through
Lonestar Orthopaedic and Spine Specialists, PLLC.
When scheduling, please request an appointment specifically with Dr. Dalton Ryba, DPM.