I’ve had bunion on my right foot for about 10 years. Watched this video seems like a year ago or close. Got better fitting shoes and did all the exercises every day and sometimes several times a day. And it was getting better, but today there was a difference. Had a little crack like cracking your knuckles in my foot. No pain whatsoever associated with it. And suddenly my toe is straight, no pain, I can walk straight and fully extend my foot. It’s like a miracle. Thank you so very much. I’ll continue the exercises for sure. And I also watch all of your videos and you’ve helped me in so many ways. You’re incredible in how you’re helping others. Thanks again.
Dancer/Runner here and have had Bunions my whole life. Started wearing a toe spacer for the last 10 years in every shoe I wear and it has gone down at least half the size . It's taken time but worth it! Get a toe spacer that's meant for ballerinas they work the best! DO IT you won't be disappointed. The spacer and stretches together are a life saver for the pain.
Lifetime runner (50 years +) and all the info here is golden. I swear by toe socks, toe separators, recovery slides, youtube physio videos plus lots more.
I had stage 4 bunions on both feet before I was 30. I’ve always worn wide, comfortable shoes. I’m not impressed by fashion, I did what made my feet less painful. I’m a medical professional who was on my feet for years, narrowly sitting each shift for minutes. I was also an avid mountain climber, but had to tape my toes before each hike. Surgery was my only option as both feet were beyond what you describe here. After recovering from surgery, no more pain, or taping needed. I was non-weight bearing for 6-7 weeks. I’m 66 years old now and by far that was the best decision I’ve made to increase my quality of life. BTW, I was normal to small in build, ate clean, and always wore the correct shoes for this problem. I would be curious to see someone with an advanced bunion “cure” it by following your recommendations. I think most of your videos are helpful, but I’m very skeptical of your opinion in this case. Respectfully. Leenie
Imho one might need to look at any muscles that might be causing hip rotation. Ie tight glutes. Muscle imbalances can cause one to walk duck toed which would cause the great toe to be pushed over toward the next toe.
I am a retired medical professional also. First bunion was from a fall. Broke a toe, and chipped metatarsal. 36 years ago and also opposite foot broke little toe 19 years ago. I wear toe spacers and do exercises and have now started massage. No surgeries, and where you drift with large toe, I am not as bad. Will not do surgery for either foot and I am almost 70.
I’ve had bunions for years, wore the wrong shoes when working for so many years, so I am paying the price. There is only very occasional pain that goes away quickly. I’m 73 years old and would never have bunion surgery after hearing the horror stories from at least 4 people I know that had the surgery. Will definitely try Dr. Berg’s exercises.
Ive seen therapist release crooked toes and minimize the size of a bunion in one session. The massages are intense so they looked painful but the toe straightened out
Very interesting! I feel that the major cause of my bunions has been my gait, I am a little bow legged and I walk with my toes pointing outward, not directly under my knees. Your case seems to be an extreme, so maybe surgery was the best option, but I think doing the exercises can only benefit us, regardless of surgery.
I’ve had a bunion since I was a little kid. Became much worse and painful as I grew. I went to a podiatrist and the Dr. told me that it was genetic. Which both my parents do have. And yes, other things described in this video do enhance the bunion. I had to have surgery to have the bunion removed. For the surgery, the foot is opened up. The bunion shaved off. The big toe bone is broken, then realigned. A small metal piece is put in place on the big toe bone to keep it straight. You are obviously on conscious under surgery. Recovery is uncomfortable. But SO worth doing. Did the surgery over 5 years ago. Not one problem. Best thing I did to get rid of the pain/ bunion on my foot. It is a medical problem. My insurance paid for the surgery. I also wanted to ad; If you're think of doing the surgery for bunion removal, make sure you do a background check on the Doctor. That the Doctor is experienced in doing the surgery. I had it done here at the Cleveland Clinic from a reputable Dr. who actually specializes in bunion removals. Again, had it over 5 years ago. Not one problem.
Same. I had a sports orthopedic surgeon do my foot. Best decision. Mine is also genetic from fallen arches, over pronation and a very sharp Q angle from hip to inside of my knee. I do all kinds of exercises to strengthen the weak muscles but only surgery was going to fix my problem. Best to you.
Same. Mine was genetics, ballet pointe shoes for years, gymnastics for years then modeling professionally for years. I’m grateful for the body I have now in my 40’s from everything but my poor feet never stood a chance 🤣💚
My 27 year old niece just had the surgery. I can remember her Mom having bunions and she was young. And my neice had them since she was itty bitty and I thought it really surprizing! So they're genetic! Never would have thought this 😮👠👠 thought her Mom had from wearing her high narrow pointed heels..
Had bunions for over 30 years. In addition to what Dr. Berg said, I get regular deep foot massages and reflexology. Helps immensely. Rarely have bunion pain. Taking magnesium and potassium has helped as well.
Did your bunions actually go away? I’ve had mine for about 30 years (from wearing shoes that were too small as a kid) but I’ve never thought that I could fix them without painful surgery.
@@fizoblong9506 Potassium and other electrolytes correctly balanced is extremely helpful especially in high quantity. It's known that a 200lbs healthy man needs 4700mg of potassium throughout the day while the usual man does not get any more than a 1000mg a day of potassium, ect. The usual stress, physical exercises and sickness as well, increase potassium requirements.
Dr B you are truly wonderful. I’ve sorted my mental health from IF and keto, now addressing other body issues, , like my left foot bunion. Thank you very much.
Dr. Berg, I am a Chiropractor also. I gave up on tennis balls. I much prefer Racket balls for patients. They don’t slide on the floor or walls. They are gentle but effective. When tennis balls slide out or land on the floor, they belong to the dogs. I refer my patients to your Channel. I do appreciate your work! Thanks! Bill Miskelly
Boy I wish I would've known this before my bunion surgery about 20 years ago....it was a DISASTER and I've have repercussions ever since! Thanks Dr. Berg! I do A LOT of these exercises but my whole body has suffered from this surgery. I hope no one gets bunion surgery!!!
I had both bunions removed 25 years ago and after a year, the right one grew back! I'm getting a sore ankle now that cracks regularly. I'm doing these exercises Dr Berg gave us. God bless him for his informative videos.🙏
I had one bunion removed 23 years ago and luckily the surgery worked. Bunion never came back! However, my leg muscles are uneven looking now as the muscles in my leg with the surgery atrophied a lot. Never got it back all the way. Still think it was worth it.
@@Sleepy_Crabe My bunion is now HUGE. The foot without the surgery looks normal. The doctor told me if I had the bunion surgery my big toe of the left foot wouldn't slant toward the other toes. Well it does now, quite a bit. Throws off my other toes. Affected my ankle big time which in turn affected my knee. My yoga teacher informed me the big toe is the stabilizer for our balance so it's also affected my posture. I have had PT and he told me I should've been in for treatment within a week of surgery. My doc told me NOT to do PT....LOL wanted to sue my surgeon but she was married to a lawyer. Waste of time anyway. I'd follow Dr. Berg's exercises religiously!!
Thanks Doc Eric. This helped me a lot. Working in the medical field for many years and being on my feet a lot, this happened to me. Beard looks awesome!! Thanks for all your compassion and helping us. Blessing always
Doing the calf raises also really help. I started doing calf raises just as part of my workout routine and noticed my feet/bunions getting back into better shape and wasn't sure why lol now I know
Much of what you state is inaccurate! Bunions are typically genetic foot /ankle bone structural issues. The metatarsal and ankle have too much mobility. My grandmother, daughter, niece and myself have it! It began to develop around age 12! It wasn’t from wearing heels- though doing so can increase the pain associated with it. None of us have flat feet😊 !! My daughter developed pre teen as well. I had Lapiplasty at age 57! So glad I did!!
@@lesann1896 Lol yup, my lived experience is inaccurate. Totally made that up to get a bunch of likes on a random TH-cam comment for BUNIONS lol. The problem is genetic for my family as well. I can count the amount of times I've worn heels in my life with my 2 hands. Even if it's genetic, strengthening the muscles, moving, and stretching your feet/toes is still beneficial for strong mobile feet (:
Bunions are typically correlated with flat feet/flexible arch which may also be causing your knee pain. The pain at the bunion is typically from shoe pressure at the bunion. Try wearing athletic shoes with a soft mesh upper and a stiff sole and add in an arch support. Make sure you’re wearing the correct size shoe. You should have at least 1\2 inch from the end of your big toe to the end of the shoe when standing. You can also use a bunion pad to protect the bone in shoes. You can see a foot specialist for orthotics or to discuss corrective surgery. Best of luck.
My massage therapist has actuality moved my toes. It has been a process, but it is so worth it. He has also released my ankles. I feel like a toddler learning how to walk properly!
I had terrible pain from this for about a week. Luckily it went away fairly quickly with rest. My heart goes out to people who live with this for years, literally every step you take is so painful
@@renenava5213 i have bunions and many years ago i drank the tea from the Kombucha mushroom, the pain went away and never came back. Apparently the mushroom tea cleans the body of the Uric Acid that contributes to the pain.
In my experience, consulting a podiatrist saved me. Flat feet and Ankle pronation have been the problem and this is hereditary . I have plastic orthotics in my shoes and I use toe spacers between the big toe and second toe. My podiatrist provided strengthening exercises and stretches. These measures have arrested the development of bunions. I don’t have back, hip and knee pain and my legs are straight. In addition to Dr Berg’s advice re exercises, I strongly recommend a consult with a good podiatrist first before seeing a surgeon. Correct alignment from the feet up is so important. Avoid unnecessary bunion surgery, when the biomechanics in your feet, ankles, knees, hips and your spine can be corrected through a podiatrist. Some people would not have had success with these orthotics as I have or had a bad experience with podiatrists, but it pays to do the research. I see my podiatrist annually and have been for 20 or so years. My orthotics are reviewed to see if further modifications are needed or need to be replaced . If uncorrected, progressive joint problems can develop.. which may lead to joint replacement.
Doing the alphabet with my feet helped me to avoid arch pain. Used both upper case and lower case alphabet just to get full stretch! Easy while watching tv! :)
All of the movements actually work. It takes time to get the muscles and flexibility going if you have been sedentary a long time, but worth it. Thanks, Dr. Berg.
Thank you. My left foot and leg are a mess. Bunion, Hip bursitis, then last year, I had a ladder accident and broke my knee and heel bone. I've been doing a lot of exercise to try to recover my full range of motion in both the knee and ankle. I will be adding those which you've shown, as they look like they may have multiple benefits.
Great video thank you! Had bunion surgery on both feet, one in August 2021 and the other the following year in February. Sadly both surgeries failed and 1 foot all the hardware broke surgeon failed to mention my foot was not fused at all which caused the hardware break. Now days I use barefoot foot shoes and vibram 5 finger shoes which I find much comfort. I also have flat feet. I will add these exercises to my daily routine. Thank you again!!
I've been noticing this starting a cpl of mths ago. Today I added a contraption to the cart and hopped over here before reading the reviews. Glad I did‼️
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! I've been having so much difficulty with my right foot bunion and have seen so many other videos with some relief. But I do believe in ur advice & will try these. 💛
My mom had this problem and now my sister has it. They both have flat feet. My sister just had surgery to correct this. I was bless to have my father’s beautiful well arch feet.
Hope this works for me. These kids been ringing my doorbell, then running away. I never could chase them because of my foot issues. I sure will like to catch just one of them and put my foot where the sun don't shine.
I'm so happy to see this. My doctor just told me to get surgery on my bunions now since they are not bad yet. Doing research that sounds like a bad idea.
Hey Dr. Eric, I have to add a #4 cause: I had cancer in right leg and my sciatic nerve was removed so my foot is paralyzed (I did baffle my Docs, when I had feeling below my knee due to developing an extra nerve through years of ballet). Since my left foot compensates for the right one, I now have a huge bunion. I use a comfy toe separator and a medical foot massager, but didn't know about the exercises....thank you! (some I cannot do because a paralyzed foot does not bend, but I'm excited to try the rest!).
My parents have that, now I feel so happy I will let them know there is a fascinating video of you that have hope and out the pain. Thank you so much Dr. Berg.!🙏🏻❤️🌹
My left foot is flat and I've noticed the development of a bunion so this video is very helpful. I'm going to start working on these exercises asap. I do have weak ankles and leg muscles so this will help. I'd like to recommend a brand of sock called Happy Feet that is designed to separate the toes and straighten them back out. They have helped me when I use them. I've found its hardest to separate the last two toes the most but after few minutes I feel a lot of relief. I've also found that a brand of shoe called Xero Shoes has helped me strengthen the muscles in my feet and I've gotten back a bit of my arch in the left foot. These shoes are very flexible and allow your feet to move naturally and flex.
Thank you for posting this video. I will be doing these exercises. I have suffered with bunions for many years. My right big toe is hallux rigidus now (I think I spelt that right) and my left big toe is becoming that too. However about 5 years ago I got orthotics from the hospital and they changed my life. I am 62 now and I am even able to run on the treadmill at the gym💖x
I have a bunion and high arches with painful callousness. Funny I thought I get callouses because of the high arch, since arch don’t make contact with floor, thereby putting excess pressure on fore foot. I uses the callus scraper at least twice a eeek otherwise I feel like I’m walking on nails.
Thanks so much for this, Dr. Berg! I have the exact opposite problem. My little toes -- which have been broken many times -- are in constant pain. I was moving furniture last weekend, and now I can hardly bear to put weight on my feet. I'm using a pillow under my feet as I sit here at the computer desk. I will work through the recommended exercises and try to strengthen up the muscles, and possibly look for wider shoes.
@drjlrust is it possible le your little toes were never set properly after being broken? This happened to me, it took me quite some time to discover the problem. That was why they kept breaking, in my case. Next time it broke, I took a deep breath and pulled the toe long as hard as I could then released to set, then taped it tightly to next toe for 8 weeks, no less, changing tape as needed. Never had another problem. With it, it's been 20 years. Good luck!
Bad shoes Shoes need to be made for people with toes These exercises are great My left ankle is snap cracking and poppong the side with the bunion Thanks Dr. Berg
Yes -- we need more shoe companies to think about function first!! I love my Xero shoes for this reason, but minimalist shoes with nice, wide toe boxes in general have made a huge difference for me
Dr. Berg is a very smart, and wonderful person for what he does. But the only true living savior is Jesus Christ, he is the only true person that can give you life, he has given us all life actually. And he gave up his life so that we could have eternal life, I pray that you with understand how important this is, because there is not a single person in the world that deserves this credit more then Jesus. You will have eternal life by believing these things. God bless 💕
@@awake3162 Wonderful thought but I beg to differ. For me Dr Berg is the real saviour since he is enlightening us everyday for solving real life issues. Thank you for your understanding.
Best thing I found was to put the two big toes side by side then use one fat rubber band around both pulling them together, then keep your heels together try separating slowly both big toes, the band aligns the toes as it forces them back the right way..... you can watch a movie or sit at computer when you do this!!!!! It's truly the best😁along with Doc Bergs great tips too!
Great advice. This and (slowly) transitioning from regular to barefoot style shoes. It’s been a month and I can see improvement. IMO, most people are wearing tight and ill-fitting footwear.
Dr. Berg thank you for making this video I got a pair of Correct Toes + toe socks Now all my shoes are now barefoot shoes I no longer have foot pain . When your feet Hurts is hard to walk I got happy feet 🦶😊 P.S.thank you for the new Nutritional yeast flakes is delicious I couldn’t believe when I seen it I thought I was seeing things.
I’m definitely starting these exercises tomorrow (currently 3:04 AM)! I injured my right big toe in Taekwondo as a teen and I’ve developed bunions due to the sport. My right foot was also broken in a car accident January last year. I had a “boxer’s” break in my right hand and severely fractured my calcaneus and had to have surgery. The swelling from the fracture went up into my ankle and so I believe I have nerve damage from that. My ankle still feels weak and I still can’t wear heels 😭 I think these exercises will help me strengthen the muscles that are still weak from atrophy and I hope to fix my bunions too! 🌸
I thought I needed a surgery to fix my bunion. It was a waste of money, time and pain for me. I had Lapiplasty on my right foot in November for a painful bunion. My big toe has already moved back - my podiatrist said that is so rare and he's never seen it after that surgery. My toe joint literally is just compensating and moving even with proper shoes. I am already wearing a splint so I am going to add these exercises & massage for sure!!
Dr Berg, this thing started to grow on my feet, I stayed 2 months on a farm and I started walking with no shooes on my feet, so I DON'T HAVE ANYTHING ANYMORE, IT DESAPIER... my feet are so beautiful again. ♡from Brazil! 🇧🇷☘
I have an extremely high arch,which causes my ankle to tilt in,which has given me a huge bunion. I walk about ten miles a day,so thank you for your suggestions
Customized shoe inserts! The high arch was the cause of my bunion too. I sought some help only when one day I couldn't walk. The pain was killing me. The shoe inserts are preventing my feet from rolling in.
Hi Kathy-you might have CMT(Charcot Marie Tooth). Feel free to message me-it's a rare neuro-muscular disorder. Mine comes with an essential tremor and walking difficulties.
Wish i had known this five years ago. After having a successful bunionectomy 34 hrs ago, before I knew to ask a lot of questions and learned more holistic strategies, I decided to get the other foot done because it was causing a painful hammer toe and even my acupuncturist said the only thing that would completely fix it was the surgery. The new doctor I used did a terrible job, and now I have uncomfortable numbness that comes and goes. Thank God I didn’t let him touch my original bunionectomy which he claimed would need to be redone within 5 yrs. I’ve never had pain in that foot again, no numbness and it is straight.
Oh God, sounds like you had same foot doctor as me. He F’ed up my right foot, needless I found a good foot doctor who did an excellent surgery on my left foot. Yes my F’ed up right foot gives me pain and interferes with my gait, I don’t walk any distance anymore.
Good Morning , Dr.Berg🎑 I sure do appreciate this great health tip , Thank you so sharing this very interesting information with everyone , God bless and Protect all of you ! ❤ 4 / 27 / 2022 ❤
My daughter was BORN with big bunions! I showed the foot doctor and he said he had never seen a young child with bad bunions. Thankfully, they don't hurt her (she's 21 now) and she's not self conscious about them! 😊
@@raaj024 There is a connection between kidney stones and bunions. Have your doctor do testing. I suffered with this same issue and resolved it with tinctures that detoxed my Kidneys
I was foot-shamed also for I've had bunion.since.childhood... technical name which I came to know only some time ago. But at 30 i survived in an accident ending up with right leg disability and half right foot amputation. Now my foot looks ugliest but thank god and my doctor for.am.still walking with crutches. 😇😇
I have a slight bunion in my left foot and I will for sure try these exercises. I've worn toe spreaders and they're very good, but you have to be very consistent with wearing them, especially when standing and/or walking. Thank you Dr. Berg!
I just bought some spreaders. Any advice as far as long term and how they help condition the foot? My research is showing me that they only help when they are on the foot but i have to think using them for an extended period of time will help re condition the foot and it's weight distribution
@@MundaneRyno hi Ryan. I wore mine consistently for about 4 months and walked and ran in them, and didn't notice much of a difference in the appearanceof the bunion. I think once you get bunions the toe spreaders will help with comfort, but they will not fix the physical ailment. To actually rid yourself of them, you'd probably need surgery to file the bone down. Or perhaps you could get rid of them with the toe spreaders if you wore them consistently for years, which I haven't done, but even then I somehow doubt it would fix them. Once that bone forms abnormally there, I can't see how the spreaders would reduce the bone, but who knows. And also, I don't know anyone who has worn them for years. I hope this helps.
A good way of determining of your shoes are wide enough is putting them on with toe-spacers on - if you can't fit in there, they are too narrow/wrong shape.
Just to add to what your saying about this topic. I have scoliosis which unfortunately over the years has caused this very problem. Something that completely healed my pain with this was actually Parsley tea. I drank about 3 cups a week and found that after just 1 week I had no more pain. This was amazing and a awesome treatment. I have not had anymore pain in the 6 years since doing this regimen. It's fantastic. Obviously the structure issue can be treated with what he is saying. As far as pain this worked really well for me.
It's important to note that if you are pregnant I don't recommend parsley tea just bc there is some conflicting things concerning harm to baby so I would do my own research just to make sure you are safe. I don't know if this is true so ask your doctor. I took this not knowing I was pregnant and I was fine but just ask a doctor if you are pregnant.
I had a bunion on my right foot (just to the left of the toe) for maybe 10+ years. My right foot is just under an 11 and I wear 10 1/2s as my left foot is a fraction under 10 1/2. I think maybe this plus the narrow leather office shoes I used to wear were the cause. Last 2-3 years it got quite big and red and I was embarrassed to wear sandals; the bump was easily visible outside of my shoe. Thought the only way to fix would be surgery. Thankyou Dr Berg - I tried your exercises twice a day (morning when I wake and evening when I go to bed) and the darned thing has reduced 90% and is nearly gone. It took longer though - I am now in month 2. It started to reduce already in the first week by maybe 20% and the redness started to disappear. But for the first month I thought something bad had happened as my toe & second toe started hurting as well as the pads underneath and especially when walking. I figure it was probably the whole situation normalising and now the pain is much much reduced. I am wearing my sandals again and will continue to exercise both feet - it must be good for maintenance into my old age. Who would have thought !?!?! Thankyou so much again !!
Altra makes excellent shoes with natural size footbox. They are also Zero-drop from heel to toe. Once I tried them I never turned back. Injinji makes toe-socks for each individual toe. I use these alone or with a pair of light darn tough socks to avoid blisters while hiking or on long walks. Take care of your feet!
Hey Doc, Good Morning. A friend of mine emailed me today about suffering with Bunions so my first thought was to see what you had to say about those nasty little lumps. And, Yep, as usual you have the best advice and the healing method. Thank you so much, I'm sending out the links to her. Have a great day!!
I've developed a bunion on my right foot, after 40 years as a hospital RN, on my feet A LOT. My main issue now is the difficulty finding comfortable shoes. I have an old pair of Sketchers that fit like a glove. Expensive, but worth every cent. No more high heels for little (4ft. 10ins) me.
I’ve had bunion on my right foot for about 10 years. Watched this video seems like a year ago or close. Got better fitting shoes and did all the exercises every day and sometimes several times a day. And it was getting better, but today there was a difference. Had a little crack like cracking your knuckles in my foot. No pain whatsoever associated with it. And suddenly my toe is straight, no pain, I can walk straight and fully extend my foot. It’s like a miracle.
Thank you so very much. I’ll continue the exercises for sure.
And I also watch all of your videos and you’ve helped me in so many ways. You’re incredible in how you’re helping others. Thanks again.
Are you for real?
@@khushboosharma6176 I am for real.
You may have broke down the calcium deposits that had formed around the joint. Well done!
Wow thats so cool
How long did u exercise for before u heard the crack
Dancer/Runner here and have had Bunions my whole life. Started wearing a toe spacer for the last 10 years in every shoe I wear and it has gone down at least half the size . It's taken time but worth it! Get a toe spacer that's meant for ballerinas they work the best! DO IT you won't be disappointed. The spacer and stretches together are a life saver for the pain.
I'm thinking of doing the toe spacers. May I ask do you wear them just when you put on shoes or do you also sleep with them?
@@weescotties good question
Where do you get toe spacers...seriously?
Ebay has toe spacers around 5 usd.
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Lifetime runner (50 years +) and all the info here is golden. I swear by toe socks, toe separators, recovery slides, youtube physio videos plus lots more.
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I had stage 4 bunions on both feet before I was 30. I’ve always worn wide, comfortable shoes. I’m not impressed by fashion, I did what made my feet less painful. I’m a medical professional who was on my feet for years, narrowly sitting each shift for minutes. I was also an avid mountain climber, but had to tape my toes before each hike.
Surgery was my only option as both feet were beyond what you describe here. After recovering from surgery, no more pain, or taping needed. I was non-weight bearing for 6-7 weeks.
I’m 66 years old now and by far that was the best decision I’ve made to increase my quality of life.
BTW, I was normal to small in build, ate clean, and always wore the correct shoes for this problem.
I would be curious to see someone with an advanced bunion “cure” it by following your recommendations.
I think most of your videos are helpful, but I’m very skeptical of your opinion in this case.
Respectfully.
Leenie
Imho one might need to look at any muscles that might be causing hip rotation. Ie tight glutes. Muscle imbalances can cause one to walk duck toed which would cause the great toe to be pushed over toward the next toe.
I am a retired medical professional also. First bunion was from a fall. Broke a toe, and chipped metatarsal. 36 years ago and also opposite foot broke little toe 19 years ago. I wear toe spacers and do exercises and have now started massage. No surgeries, and where you drift with large toe, I am not as bad. Will not do surgery for either foot and I am almost 70.
I’ve had bunions for years, wore the wrong shoes when working for so many years, so I am paying the price. There is only very occasional pain that goes away quickly. I’m 73 years old and would never have bunion surgery after hearing the horror stories from at least 4 people I know that had the surgery. Will definitely try Dr. Berg’s exercises.
Ive seen therapist release crooked toes and minimize the size of a bunion in one session. The massages are intense so they looked painful but the toe straightened out
Very interesting! I feel that the major cause of my bunions has been my gait, I am a little bow legged and I walk with my toes pointing outward, not directly under my knees. Your case seems to be an extreme, so maybe surgery was the best option, but I think doing the exercises can only benefit us, regardless of surgery.
My mom's suffering from this, very grateful, thank you, Dr. Berg very much!💓🙏
I’ve had a bunion since I was a little kid. Became much worse and painful as I grew. I went to a podiatrist and the Dr. told me that it was genetic. Which both my parents do have. And yes, other things described in this video do enhance the bunion. I had to have surgery to have the bunion removed. For the surgery, the foot is opened up. The bunion shaved off. The big toe bone is broken, then realigned. A small metal piece is put in place on the big toe bone to keep it straight. You are obviously on conscious under surgery. Recovery is uncomfortable. But SO worth doing. Did the surgery over 5 years ago. Not one problem. Best thing I did to get rid of the pain/ bunion on my foot. It is a medical problem. My insurance paid for the surgery.
I also wanted to ad; If you're think of doing the surgery for bunion removal, make sure you do a background check on the Doctor. That the Doctor is experienced in doing the surgery. I had it done here at the Cleveland Clinic from a reputable Dr. who actually specializes in bunion removals. Again, had it over 5 years ago. Not one problem.
Same. I had a sports orthopedic surgeon do my foot. Best decision. Mine is also genetic from fallen arches, over pronation and a very sharp Q angle from hip to inside of my knee. I do all kinds of exercises to strengthen the weak muscles but only surgery was going to fix my problem. Best to you.
Same.
Mine was genetics, ballet pointe shoes for years, gymnastics for years then modeling professionally for years.
I’m grateful for the body I have now in my 40’s from everything but my poor feet never stood a chance 🤣💚
That’s fantastic! I’m so happy for you!
@erock, U totally agree with you. Inherited this 'pain in the butt' from my mother's family.
Had surgery done over 20, best thing U ever did
My 27 year old niece just had the surgery. I can remember her Mom having bunions and she was young. And my neice had them since she was itty bitty and I thought it really surprizing! So they're genetic! Never would have thought this 😮👠👠 thought her Mom had from wearing her high narrow pointed heels..
Had bunions for over 30 years. In addition to what Dr. Berg said, I get regular deep foot massages and reflexology. Helps immensely. Rarely have bunion pain. Taking magnesium and potassium has helped as well.
Interesting about magnesium & potassium. 🌞
Did your bunions actually go away? I’ve had mine for about 30 years (from wearing shoes that were too small as a kid) but I’ve never thought that I could fix them without painful surgery.
I always thought I would have to have surgery as well. Would love it if I didn’t have to.
Be careful with potassium if you are older than 50 and not doing much exercise that causes swetting.
@@fizoblong9506 Potassium and other electrolytes correctly balanced is extremely helpful especially in high quantity. It's known that a 200lbs healthy man needs 4700mg of potassium throughout the day while the usual man does not get any more than a 1000mg a day of potassium, ect. The usual stress, physical exercises and sickness as well, increase potassium requirements.
Dr B you are truly wonderful. I’ve sorted my mental health from IF and keto, now addressing other body issues,
, like my left foot bunion. Thank you very much.
Dr. Berg, I am a Chiropractor also. I gave up on tennis balls. I much prefer Racket balls for patients. They don’t slide on the floor or walls. They are gentle but effective. When tennis balls slide out or land on the floor, they belong to the dogs. I refer my patients to your Channel. I do appreciate your work! Thanks! Bill Miskelly
Whats a Racket Ball?
@@rosisunny9302 We call it badminton in the uk. You use a shuttlecock not a ball. 🏸❤️
@@pinkfox5651 Different sport. Racket ball uses a rubber ball.
@@pinkfox5651 🙄 The only similarity between racquetball and badminton is that you use a racquet.
Try a Rad ball!
Boy I wish I would've known this before my bunion surgery about 20 years ago....it was a DISASTER and I've have repercussions ever since! Thanks Dr. Berg! I do A LOT of these exercises but my whole body has suffered from this surgery. I hope no one gets bunion surgery!!!
I just got mine done 2 months ago, I’m slowly recovering, I could run a bit yesterday, haha. Can I ask what repercussions you have?
I had both bunions removed 25 years ago and after a year, the right one grew back! I'm getting a sore ankle now that cracks regularly. I'm doing these exercises Dr Berg gave us. God bless him for his informative videos.🙏
They have improved the surgery.
I had one bunion removed 23 years ago and luckily the surgery worked. Bunion never came back! However, my leg muscles are uneven looking now as the muscles in my leg with the surgery atrophied a lot. Never got it back all the way. Still think it was worth it.
@@Sleepy_Crabe My bunion is now HUGE. The foot without the surgery looks normal. The doctor told me if I had the bunion surgery my big toe of the left foot wouldn't slant toward the other toes. Well it does now, quite a bit. Throws off my other toes. Affected my ankle big time which in turn affected my knee. My yoga teacher informed me the big toe is the stabilizer for our balance so it's also affected my posture. I have had PT and he told me I should've been in for treatment within a week of surgery. My doc told me NOT to do PT....LOL wanted to sue my surgeon but she was married to a lawyer. Waste of time anyway. I'd follow Dr. Berg's exercises religiously!!
Thanks Doc Eric. This helped me a lot. Working in the medical field for many years and being on my feet a lot, this happened to me. Beard looks awesome!! Thanks for all your compassion and helping us. Blessing always
Doing the calf raises also really help. I started doing calf raises just as part of my workout routine and noticed my feet/bunions getting back into better shape and wasn't sure why lol now I know
Thanks
Thanks, good to know!
Much of what you state is inaccurate! Bunions are typically genetic foot /ankle bone structural issues. The metatarsal and ankle have too much mobility. My grandmother, daughter, niece and myself have it! It began to develop around age 12! It wasn’t from wearing heels- though doing so can increase the pain associated with it. None of us have flat feet😊 !! My daughter developed pre teen as well. I had Lapiplasty at age 57! So glad I did!!
How are you going to tell someone else their experience was inaccurate ?
@@lesann1896 Lol yup, my lived experience is inaccurate. Totally made that up to get a bunch of likes on a random TH-cam comment for BUNIONS lol. The problem is genetic for my family as well. I can count the amount of times I've worn heels in my life with my 2 hands. Even if it's genetic, strengthening the muscles, moving, and stretching your feet/toes is still beneficial for strong mobile feet (:
So grateful for this video !! Thank you. Im 42 and an suffering bunion pain daily which is now affecting my knees in particular my left side.
My knees my hips back amd neck. 😖
@@BossQueen My left ankle, my right ankle ...Peripheral nuropathy, lipoma... ; )
Bunions are typically correlated with flat feet/flexible arch which may also be causing your knee pain. The pain at the bunion is typically from shoe pressure at the bunion. Try wearing athletic shoes with a soft mesh upper and a stiff sole and add in an arch support. Make sure you’re wearing the correct size shoe. You should have at least 1\2 inch from the end of your big toe to the end of the shoe when standing. You can also use a bunion pad to protect the bone in shoes. You can see a foot specialist for orthotics or to discuss corrective surgery. Best of luck.
Avoid gluten. I always find I have more pain in my ankles and knees when I eat a lot of bread. I’ve gone gluten free but when I cheat I feel it!
My massage therapist has actuality moved my toes. It has been a process, but it is so worth it. He has also released my ankles. I feel like a toddler learning how to walk properly!
That's great. Thanks for sharing your experience here.
I had terrible pain from this for about a week. Luckily it went away fairly quickly with rest. My heart goes out to people who live with this for years, literally every step you take is so painful
Don’t worry it will come back 😢
uric acid
@@renenava5213 i have bunions and many years ago i drank the tea from the Kombucha mushroom, the pain went away and never came back. Apparently the mushroom tea cleans the body of the Uric Acid that contributes to the pain.
I live with this pain
In my experience, consulting a podiatrist saved me. Flat feet and Ankle pronation have been the problem and this is hereditary . I have plastic orthotics in my shoes and I use toe spacers between the big toe and second toe. My podiatrist provided strengthening exercises and stretches. These measures have arrested the development of bunions. I don’t have back, hip and knee pain and my legs are straight. In addition to Dr Berg’s advice re exercises, I strongly recommend a consult with a good podiatrist first before seeing a surgeon. Correct alignment from the feet up is so important. Avoid unnecessary bunion surgery, when the biomechanics in your feet, ankles, knees, hips and your spine can be corrected through a podiatrist. Some people would not have had success with these orthotics as I have or had a bad experience with podiatrists, but it pays to do the research. I see my podiatrist annually and have been for 20 or so years. My orthotics are reviewed to see if further modifications are needed or need to be replaced . If uncorrected, progressive joint problems can develop.. which may lead to joint replacement.
Can you share the type/brand of toe separator?
Yeah my podiatrist was like schedule surgery this is way beyond anything orthotics can help:/
@@sarahthomson8183 correct toes is a good one, but you just need a shoe wide enough for room.
@@sarahthomson8183 Hi! My podiatrist made one customised to fit between my big toe and second toe.
Thank you. Wonderful advice. Wish I had gone to a good podiatrist in my 30s.
Doing the alphabet with my feet helped me to avoid arch pain. Used both upper case and lower case alphabet just to get full stretch! Easy while watching tv! :)
No bunions, butdifficultbalance and stiff ankles. These are helping. Thanks yet again.
All of the movements actually work. It takes time to get the muscles and flexibility going if you have been sedentary a long time, but worth it. Thanks, Dr. Berg.
You are the most informative doctor Ive ever seen. Thanks for all you do.
Thank you. My left foot and leg are a mess. Bunion, Hip bursitis, then last year, I had a ladder accident and broke my knee and heel bone. I've been doing a lot of exercise to try to recover my full range of motion in both the knee and ankle. I will be adding those which you've shown, as they look like they may have multiple benefits.
Great video thank you! Had bunion surgery on both feet, one in August 2021 and the other the following year in February. Sadly both surgeries failed and 1 foot all the hardware broke surgeon failed to mention my foot was not fused at all which caused the hardware break. Now days I use barefoot foot shoes and vibram 5 finger shoes which I find much comfort. I also have flat feet. I will add these exercises to my daily routine. Thank you again!!
Thank you Dr for your advices , they are very helpful 🙏
I've been noticing this starting a cpl of mths ago. Today I added a contraption to the cart and hopped over here before reading the reviews. Glad I did‼️
Thanks a lot, Dr Berg. I do appreciate all your hard work.
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
I've been having so much difficulty with my right foot bunion and have seen so many other videos with some relief. But I do believe in ur advice & will try these. 💛
Thank you for this,Dr.Berg.God bless you!!!!
My mom had this problem and now my sister has it. They both have flat feet. My sister just had surgery to correct this. I was bless to have my father’s beautiful well arch feet.
Thank you Dr. Berg you’re so wonderful and helpful. I am going to do this treatment for myself. Thank you so much.
Your content... Is seriously amazing!!
THE BEST!!!
Thank you for your kind and positive comment!
Clear presentation, superb content. I am glad I found you. Will start practicing today. Much gratitude for sharing.
Very glad that you are here, Maritza! Thanks for watching!
Hope this works for me. These kids been ringing my doorbell, then running away. I never could chase them because of my foot issues. I sure will like to catch just one of them and put my foot where the sun don't shine.
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Good Motivation, you Go Girl 😂😂
Lolol they are probably super bored! Sad their parents find useful things for these children to do!
I'm so happy to see this. My doctor just told me to get surgery on my bunions now since they are not bad yet. Doing research that sounds like a bad idea.
Good stuff ! My bunion has already diminished after a few minutes of these exercises. And I can walk again . Thanks
Unbelievably helpful video.Thank you for the depth of research to help us out!
Incredible information. Wish you the best Dear Dr. Berg.
Hey Dr. Eric, I have to add a #4 cause: I had cancer in right leg and my sciatic nerve was removed so my foot is paralyzed (I did baffle my Docs, when I had feeling below my knee due to developing an extra nerve through years of ballet). Since my left foot compensates for the right one, I now have a huge bunion. I use a comfy toe separator and a medical foot massager, but didn't know about the exercises....thank you! (some I cannot do because a paralyzed foot does not bend, but I'm excited to try the rest!).
Doc I’ve been looking for these answers since my I got my bunion. Thank you for this video and these exercises. I’m going to start them today.
Same here..let's recover together 😊
My parents have that, now I feel so happy I will let them know there is a fascinating video of you that have hope and out the pain. Thank you so much Dr. Berg.!🙏🏻❤️🌹
My left foot is flat and I've noticed the development of a bunion so this video is very helpful. I'm going to start working on these exercises asap. I do have weak ankles and leg muscles so this will help. I'd like to recommend a brand of sock called Happy Feet that is designed to separate the toes and straighten them back out. They have helped me when I use them. I've found its hardest to separate the last two toes the most but after few minutes I feel a lot of relief. I've also found that a brand of shoe called Xero Shoes has helped me strengthen the muscles in my feet and I've gotten back a bit of my arch in the left foot. These shoes are very flexible and allow your feet to move naturally and flex.
You are amazing Doc! Lots of great information on your site!
Thank you for posting this video. I will be doing these exercises. I have suffered with bunions for many years. My right big toe is hallux rigidus now (I think I spelt that right) and my left big toe is becoming that too. However about 5 years ago I got orthotics from the hospital and they changed my life. I am 62 now and I am even able to run on the treadmill at the gym💖x
Thanks Dr Berg. Will let a friend whose been suffering with this for more than 10 years
Most welcome!
I have bunions, flat feet and callouses that get painful. Thankful for these exercises Dr.
Use construction sandpaper for tough action, removes callouses greatly, and good old Vaseline with socks may help.🌞
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I have a bunion and high arches with painful callousness. Funny I thought I get callouses because of the high arch, since arch don’t make contact with floor, thereby putting excess pressure on fore foot. I uses the callus scraper at least twice a eeek otherwise I feel like I’m walking on nails.
EXCELLENT tips 😮 .
Thank you so very much!
Thanks so much for this, Dr. Berg! I have the exact opposite problem. My little toes -- which have been broken many times -- are in constant pain. I was moving furniture last weekend, and now I can hardly bear to put weight on my feet. I'm using a pillow under my feet as I sit here at the computer desk. I will work through the recommended exercises and try to strengthen up the muscles, and possibly look for wider shoes.
It's a load of $h!+.
@drjlrust is it possible le your little toes were never set properly after being broken? This happened to me, it took me quite some time to discover the problem. That was why they kept breaking, in my case. Next time it broke, I took a deep breath and pulled the toe long as hard as I could then released to set, then taped it tightly to next toe for 8 weeks, no less, changing tape as needed. Never had another problem. With it, it's been 20 years. Good luck!
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Thank you. I swear whatever is on my mind that week that I wish you would post on, you post on 😃
Bad shoes Shoes need to be made for people with toes These exercises are great My left ankle is snap cracking and poppong the side with the bunion Thanks Dr. Berg
Yes -- we need more shoe companies to think about function first!! I love my Xero shoes for this reason, but minimalist shoes with nice, wide toe boxes in general have made a huge difference for me
Hi, Dr. Berg. Love to listen to your information regarding Bunion. What can I do for a hammer toe?
Thank you so much! I've always wanted to fix my bunions!🙏🏽🙏🏽
You're very welcome!
@@Drberg I asked if gout can destroy joints to where they look like bunions?
Thank you for your guidance. Stay Blessed Abundantly Always Amen 🙏🌹❤️
Thank you very much. Wishing you the same.
You're a real saviour. You're the one who makes us full of life again! Thank you Dr Berg.
Dr. Berg is a very smart, and wonderful person for what he does.
But the only true living savior is Jesus Christ, he is the only true person that can give you life, he has given us all life actually.
And he gave up his life so that we could have eternal life, I pray that you with understand how important this is, because there is not a single person in the world that deserves this credit more then Jesus. You will have eternal life by believing these things.
God bless 💕
@@awake3162 Wonderful thought but I beg to differ. For me Dr Berg is the real saviour since he is enlightening us everyday for solving real life issues. Thank you for your understanding.
Hi Dr I hear that it helps to stretch the legs and feet. Do you have any extra advice on these kinds of stretches or devices?
Best thing I found was to put the two big toes side by side then use one fat rubber band around both pulling them together, then keep your heels together try separating slowly both big toes, the band aligns the toes as it forces them back the right way..... you can watch a movie or sit at computer when you do this!!!!! It's truly the best😁along with Doc Bergs great tips too!
This is why I always read the comments - for great ideas like this one👍
Thanx Doc..im doing the exercises n hoping for the best results! Flat feet aint fun :(
Good morning Dr berg..could you please help with severe painful calluses..many thanks in advance 🤗
I don't know much English but you are a hero
Thank you for these tremendous recommendations! Will definitely work on them!🙏🙏🙏
You're most welcome!
Thank you sooo much doctor.
I am suffering from this problem.
Thanks for the info Dr Berg.
Happy to be of help!
This is exactly one big toe I’m straggling with, so painful also! And thanks for sharing with us Dr.
Great advice. This and (slowly) transitioning from regular to barefoot style shoes. It’s been a month and I can see improvement. IMO, most people are wearing tight and ill-fitting footwear.
Thank you so much doc for transforming our lives ❤❤❤ God bless you
We need a tailor's bunion specific video please! Thx for this great video good dr. Berg!
Dr. Berg thank you for making this video
I got a pair of Correct Toes + toe socks
Now all my shoes are now barefoot shoes
I no longer have foot pain . When your feet
Hurts is hard to walk I got happy feet 🦶😊
P.S.thank you for the new
Nutritional yeast flakes is delicious I couldn’t believe when I seen it I thought I was seeing things.
I’m definitely starting these exercises tomorrow (currently 3:04 AM)! I injured my right big toe in Taekwondo as a teen and I’ve developed bunions due to the sport.
My right foot was also broken in a car accident January last year. I had a “boxer’s” break in my right hand and severely fractured my calcaneus and had to have surgery. The swelling from the fracture went up into my ankle and so I believe I have nerve damage from that. My ankle still feels weak and I still can’t wear heels 😭
I think these exercises will help me strengthen the muscles that are still weak from atrophy and I hope to fix my bunions too! 🌸
I'm watching this at 2:44 am.
I thought I needed a surgery to fix my bunion. It was a waste of money, time and pain for me. I had Lapiplasty on my right foot in November for a painful bunion. My big toe has already moved back - my podiatrist said that is so rare and he's never seen it after that surgery. My toe joint literally is just compensating and moving even with proper shoes. I am already wearing a splint so I am going to add these exercises & massage for sure!!
Such a useful video.
Great exercises!
Thank you so much
Most welcome! Glad you found it useful!
Thank you for the excellent exercise suggestions.
Dr Berg, this thing started to grow on my feet, I stayed 2 months on a farm and I started walking with no shooes on my feet, so I DON'T HAVE ANYTHING ANYMORE, IT DESAPIER... my feet are so beautiful again.
♡from Brazil! 🇧🇷☘
this video is going to save many peoples lives
I have an extremely high arch,which causes my ankle to tilt in,which has given me a huge bunion. I walk about ten miles a day,so thank you for your suggestions
Customized shoe inserts! The high arch was the cause of my bunion too.
I sought some help only when one day I couldn't walk. The pain was killing me. The shoe inserts are preventing my feet from rolling in.
Hi Kathy-you might have CMT(Charcot Marie Tooth). Feel free to message me-it's a rare neuro-muscular disorder. Mine comes with an essential tremor and walking difficulties.
Wish i had known this five years ago. After having a successful bunionectomy 34 hrs ago, before I knew to ask a lot of questions and learned more holistic strategies, I decided to get the other foot done because it was causing a painful hammer toe and even my acupuncturist said the only thing that would completely fix it was the surgery. The new doctor I used did a terrible job, and now I have uncomfortable numbness that comes and goes. Thank God I didn’t let him touch my original bunionectomy which he claimed would need to be redone within 5 yrs. I’ve never had pain in that foot again, no numbness and it is straight.
Oh God, sounds like you had same foot doctor as me. He F’ed up my right foot, needless I found a good foot doctor who did an excellent surgery on my left foot. Yes my F’ed up right foot gives me pain and interferes with my gait, I don’t walk any distance anymore.
Thx so much, Dr. Berg! I have requested you to talk about bunions around three months before in this channel and now it comes true!! Thank you!!!!✨
ThanQ Doc...these are great remedies...😁😁😁
Good Morning , Dr.Berg🎑
I sure do appreciate this great health tip , Thank you so sharing this very interesting information with everyone , God bless and Protect all of you !
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Thanks this was very helpful!♡
My daughter was BORN with big bunions! I showed the foot doctor and he said he had never seen a young child with bad bunions. Thankfully, they don't hurt her (she's 21 now) and she's not self conscious about them! 😊
I was also born with bunions. People never talk about this, so I'm less likely to listen to advice about it.
Check her for kidney stones
@@enjolique367 please explain dear curious im suffering from both
@@raaj024 There is a connection between kidney stones and bunions. Have your doctor do testing. I suffered with this same issue and resolved it with tinctures that detoxed my Kidneys
@@enjolique367what do kidney stones have to do with bunions??
Form hormone imbalance after getting iud taken out, to ocd, to my bunions- you’ve become my google! Thank you for what you do!
Hello Sarah, appreciate your message, thanks for letting me know. Keep up the good work!
@@Drberg I’ve seen amazing results. You are an answered prayer!
Thank you, Sarah! Do well!
thanks Dr.berg for each video you present...please would you make a video about ganglion and the best nonsergical way of treatment for gangalion
He made at least one video about subjects connected to this that will help you with ganglion.
Thanks for your valuable suggestions.
Not a problem at all.
I was foot-shamed also for I've had bunion.since.childhood... technical name which I came to know only some time ago.
But at 30 i survived in an accident ending up with right leg disability and half right foot amputation.
Now my foot looks ugliest but thank god and my doctor for.am.still walking with crutches. 😇😇
What is wrong with others in this world shaming someone for looking different. Thank goodness you survived, and wish you well.🌸😇🌷
GOOD ADVICE DR. ERIC. THANK YOU.
Thank you. Hope you enjoyed watching the video.
I have a slight bunion in my left foot and I will for sure try these exercises. I've worn toe spreaders and they're very good, but you have to be very consistent with wearing them, especially when standing and/or walking. Thank you Dr. Berg!
I just bought some spreaders. Any advice as far as long term and how they help condition the foot? My research is showing me that they only help when they are on the foot but i have to think using them for an extended period of time will help re condition the foot and it's weight distribution
@@MundaneRyno hi Ryan. I wore mine consistently for about 4 months and walked and ran in them, and didn't notice much of a difference in the appearanceof the bunion. I think once you get bunions the toe spreaders will help with comfort, but they will not fix the physical ailment. To actually rid yourself of them, you'd probably need surgery to file the bone down. Or perhaps you could get rid of them with the toe spreaders if you wore them consistently for years, which I haven't done, but even then I somehow doubt it would fix them. Once that bone forms abnormally there, I can't see how the spreaders would reduce the bone, but who knows. And also, I don't know anyone who has worn them for years. I hope this helps.
@@slavi7191 Thank you so much for the reply. :)
@@MundaneRyno absolutely. My pleasure. 😁
A good way of determining of your shoes are wide enough is putting them on with toe-spacers on - if you can't fit in there, they are too narrow/wrong shape.
Just to add to what your saying about this topic. I have scoliosis which unfortunately over the years has caused this very problem. Something that completely healed my pain with this was actually Parsley tea. I drank about 3 cups a week and found that after just 1 week I had no more pain. This was amazing and a awesome treatment. I have not had anymore pain in the 6 years since doing this regimen. It's fantastic. Obviously the structure issue can be treated with what he is saying. As far as pain this worked really well for me.
It's important to note that if you are pregnant I don't recommend parsley tea just bc there is some conflicting things concerning harm to baby so I would do my own research just to make sure you are safe. I don't know if this is true so ask your doctor. I took this not knowing I was pregnant and I was fine but just ask a doctor if you are pregnant.
How exactly do you do the parsley tea? Fresh Parsley? In Boiling water? How long to let it sit? And 3 cups a week was enough? So interesting ❤
1 of the best channels on all of you tube! Thank you.
I appreciate those kind words!
Wow finally! I will replay this on repeat until I learn it well. Thanks Dr. Berg!!
You're very welcome!
Do you try it. Do you see changes now
Thank u 🙏 💜 I wondered if the exercise was good given the pain but will push through 😤
Thank you 🙏 love your videos. I’ve had bunions since 12 years old. Gonna try these exercises. Would love to fix my feet
thank you for the video
It's been more than 1 year.
How did it go?
Thank you, thank you Dr Berg i wait for this video 2 years since first asking 🍒
Thank you, I'm glad you liked it!
I have a rolling pin by my bed and roll my feet on it each day. It has definitely helped.
I had a bunion on my right foot (just to the left of the toe) for maybe 10+ years. My right foot is just under an 11 and I wear 10 1/2s as my left foot is a fraction under 10 1/2. I think maybe this plus the narrow leather office shoes I used to wear were the cause. Last 2-3 years it got quite big and red and I was embarrassed to wear sandals; the bump was easily visible outside of my shoe. Thought the only way to fix would be surgery. Thankyou Dr Berg - I tried your exercises twice a day (morning when I wake and evening when I go to bed) and the darned thing has reduced 90% and is nearly gone. It took longer though - I am now in month 2. It started to reduce already in the first week by maybe 20% and the redness started to disappear. But for the first month I thought something bad had happened as my toe & second toe started hurting as well as the pads underneath and especially when walking. I figure it was probably the whole situation normalising and now the pain is much much reduced. I am wearing my sandals again and will continue to exercise both feet - it must be good for maintenance into my old age. Who would have thought !?!?! Thankyou so much again !!
Altra makes excellent shoes with natural size footbox. They are also Zero-drop from heel to toe. Once I tried them I never turned back. Injinji makes toe-socks for each individual toe. I use these alone or with a pair of light darn tough socks to avoid blisters while hiking or on long walks. Take care of your feet!
Dr. Berg thanks a lot..for sharing ur knowledge..Highly grateful
Very glad to be of help.
Hey Doc, Good Morning. A friend of mine emailed me today about suffering with Bunions so my first thought was to see what you had to say about those nasty little lumps. And, Yep, as usual you have the best advice and the healing method. Thank you so much, I'm sending out the links to her. Have a great day!!
Dr E you are a wonderful person thank you 🙏
Thank You Dr ,Berg .
Most welcome!
I've developed a bunion on my right foot, after 40 years as a hospital RN, on my feet A LOT. My main issue now is the difficulty finding comfortable shoes. I have an old pair of Sketchers that fit like a glove. Expensive, but worth every cent. No more high heels for little (4ft. 10ins) me.
Dr. Berg has never met me...
But he knows everything wrong with me.
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Right?!🤣🤣
Thank you SO much, you just save my life. I have no word to say thanks. God bless you.
You're welcome. Glad to help!