190 N. Main Street, Heber City, UT 84032
Wasatch Foot & Ankle Speciality Care

Bunion Correction & Hallux Valgus Relief

Targeted correction of painful bunions to restore anatomical alignment, relieve friction, and return you to active mountain lifestyle.

Overview & Clinical Approach

A bunion (hallux valgus) is a progressive progressive bone deformity of the first metatarsophalangeal joint at the base of the big toe. Over time, genetic foot structure, abnormal gait pressures, or footwear can force the big toe to lean inward toward second toe. Dr. Harper has led extensive clinical trials in bunion pain management and provides both conservative offloading and precise modern surgical corrections.

Symptoms & Clinical Signs To Watch For

Visible bump or protrusion on the outside border of the big toe joint
Persistent redness, swelling, or burning over the prominent bone
Difficulty finding comfortable athletic shoes or ski boots
Restricted, painful big toe motion when pushing off during strides

Treatment Plan & Patient Benefits

Digital gait evaluation and customized prescription biomechanical orthotics
Protective medical padding, footwear modifications, and anti-inflammatory therapy
Modern anatomic osteotomy to realign the deviated first metatarsal bone
Gentle soft-tissue rebalancing to prevent recurrence

Frequently Asked Questions

Can bunions resolve on their own without treatment?

No. Bunions are progressive structural bone misalignments. While non-surgical care manages swelling and arrests progression, surgery is required to physically straighten the bone.

What is recovery like after modern bunion surgery?

With contemporary surgical stabilization techniques, many patients begin protected weight-bearing in a specialized postoperative boot much sooner than with older traditional methods.

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Meet directly with Dr. Spence Harper in Heber City to evaluate your condition and determine the ideal treatment course.

190 N. Main Street, Heber City, UT
Major Insurance & Medicare Accepted