: an inflamed swelling of the small fluid-filled sac on the first joint of the big toe accompanied by enlargement and protrusion of the joint
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According to the brand, the footbed offers cushioning, arch support, stability, and flexibility for a more comfortable fit, even for those with conditions like bunions and high arches.
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Clara McMahon, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
Altras are also known for their wide toe boxes, which are great for folks with bunions or wide feet (basically, your toes can really spread out in these shoes).
—Kristine Thomason, SELF, 22 Oct. 2024
As the foot widens with age, the tendency for bunions increases.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 24 Oct. 2024
Some experts say this distributes your weight more evenly throughout your foot, rather than putting so much pressure on the front of your foot (where bunions sit).
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 4 Nov. 2024
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Clara McMahon, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
Altras are also known for their wide toe boxes, which are great for folks with bunions or wide feet (basically, your toes can really spread out in these shoes).
—Kristine Thomason, SELF, 22 Oct. 2024
As the foot widens with age, the tendency for bunions increases.
—Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 24 Oct. 2024
Some experts say this distributes your weight more evenly throughout your foot, rather than putting so much pressure on the front of your foot (where bunions sit).
—Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Bunion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bunion. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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bunion
noun
bun·ion
ˈbən-yən 
: an inflamed swelling on the first joint of the big toe
Medical Definition
bunion
noun
bun·ion
ˈbən-yən
: an inflamed swelling of the small fluid-filled sac on the first joint of the big toe accompanied by enlargement and protrusion of the joint compare hallux valgus
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