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When not bearing weight my big toe overlaps the 2nd toe. no pain or visible bumps. would a toe splint worn at night help?
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Not really: A splint will keep the toes from rubbing and reduce friction but it will not correct nor prevent the deformity from progressing.Get a proper exam with x-rays for evaluation and consider surgical correction . It is probably the best course for this problem.
Answered 8/31/2013
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Overlapping Toes: Definitely you are on your way to bunions. Please see my blog post below on conservative treatment of bunions, especially the yoga toes, night splints, and toe separators. You can start reversing the tightness that is pulling the toe over. http://www.drblakeshealingsole.com/2012/07/how-to-conservatively-treat-bunions.html.
Answered 8/18/2013
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Prevention : The resting night splint will only prevent progression of deformity, but will not correct the deformity already present.
Answered 8/31/2013
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