Tailor's Bunion is a condition that is similar to a bunion of the forefoot. It is called Tailor's Bunion because it was thought that tailors sat crosslegged and caused this protrusion on the outside aspect of the foot. It is usually characterized by pain, redness and inflammation.
Treatment:
Conservative measures to control this deformity include wider shoes, and stretching of the shoes. Sometimes callus formations, either along the side of the bone or directly on the bottom of the foot are associated with Tailor's bunions.
Medical approach sometimes includes nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, such as ibuprofen and aspirin, and sometimes acetaminophen. However, these measures whould only be used short term. The nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications can cause stomach irritation and also may cause joint destruction.
A better approach is to realign the foot by the use of orthotics. By mechanically realigning the osseous structures of the foot, pressure can be relieved. Sometimes cortisone injections are used to reduce the pain and swelling associated with this condition.
