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I have developed a bunion

by Dr. Neal Blitz

Bunions occur for many reasons, and some people find the bunion to progress after menopause. Dr. Neal Blitz in NYC provides bunion information with HRT.

I have a bunion that was removed twice but both times has returned

by Dr. Neal Blitz

I have a bunion that was removed twice but both times has returned. If I learn to adapt to my bunion would irreversible damage be done to the joint of my toe? Bunion surgery recurrence happens in approximately 15% of cases, but the return of the bunion largely depends on the techniques used to correct… Read more »

Are there different types of bunion surgery?

by Dr. Neal Blitz

Are there different types of bunion surgery? I am 53, female and live in New York. I am considering removing a bunion and would like to know what methods are available for this type of procedure. Bunion surgery is an art.  Yes, there are different types of bunion surgery performed today, but the best bunion… Read more »

Is there any particular type of footwear that would prevent the formation of bunions

by Dr. Neal Blitz

Learn about shoes that can help prevent bunions. Dr. Blitz, best foot surgeon in New York City, provides some insight on this important bunion question

I have a bunion and wanted to know if I had it surgically removed

by Dr. Neal Blitz

I’m a 51-year-old man living on the East Side of New York who loves to golf and travel to be able to enjoy this sport year round. I have a bunion and wanted to know if I had it surgically removed how long the recovery process would be and when will I be able to… Read more »

I have developed a bunion that is starting to interfere with my daily routine

by Dr. Neal Blitz

Bunions can be treated with or without surgery. When the bunion affects your daily routine, you should consider bunion treatment in New York City NY

I have a bunion that seems to be getting larger and painful

by Dr. Neal Blitz

I love to run and participate in marathons when time allows. I am an overall healthy 27-year-old female. However, I have a bunion that seems to be getting larger and painful. I reside in New York City. If I have my bunion removed surgically will it return? Bunion recurrence after surgery is a possibility, but… Read more »

I have developed problems with a painful swelling at the base of my right big toe

by Dr. Neal Blitz

Swelling of the big toe can be related to arthritis, bunions and more. Dr. Neal Blitz top foot surgeon NYC answers questions related to big toe problems.

Kevin’s Success Story

by Dr. Neal Blitz

Hi!  My name is Kevin.  I’m a 29-year-old medical student.  I had an unfortunate accident where I tore two tendons in my foot and a ligament. I actually found Dr. Blitz almost by accident but it was meant to be because he repaired everything that was wrong.  He caught the problem immediately that my primary… Read more »

Wondering if bunions are an inherited trait?

by Dr. Neal Blitz

It seems that most of my family (men and women) suffer from bunions. I am a 34-year-old female living on the East Side and was wondering if bunions are an inherited trait and, if so, whether there was anything I could do to head them off? Bunions can be inherited, even in Manhattan!  Though shoe… Read more »