Custom Orthotics & Insoles
Medical-Grade Treatment For
Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
Dr. William Naughton, DPM
Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon
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Dr. William Naughton
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Easy, At-Home Process
No Rx Needed
What is a Bunion?
The Mechanics of Hallux Valgus
A bunion (Hallux Valgus) is a deformity where the first metatarsal bone drifts outward, causing the big toe to lean inward toward the other toes. This creates the characteristic "bump" on the side of the foot.
While footwear can aggravate it, the primary cause is often biomechanical instability—specifically overpronation. When the arch collapses, it unlocks the first ray of the foot, allowing the bone to drift.
Common Symptoms:
- A visible bump on the inside of the foot at the big toe joint.
- Swelling, redness, or soreness around the big toe joint.
- Corns or calluses where the first and second toes overlap.
- Pain that is worse when wearing tight shoes.
Why Orthotics Are The Primary Treatment
The goal of treatment is to Stop Progression.
Orthotics cannot "erase" the bone growth, but they can stop it from getting worse. By stabilizing the arch and correcting pronation, custom orthotics remove the deforming force on the big toe joint. This relieves pain and can prevent the need for surgery.
Fast Facts
- Prevalence: Affects 23% of adults aged 18-65.
- Cause: Genetics & Biomechanics (Overpronation).
- Success: 90% manage pain without surgery (AAOS).
Recommended Solution:
Shop Custom InsolesEffective Treatment Hierarchy
Medical consensus focuses on one goal for Bunions: Preventing Progression. You must offload the joint to stop the bone from drifting further.
1. Pads & Spacers
Temporary Relief
Toe spacers and bunion pads can reduce friction and pain while wearing shoes. However, they do nothing to correct the underlying biomechanical forces causing the bone to drift.
2. Bunion Surgery
Bunionectomy
Surgery involves breaking and realigning the bone. It is effective but invasive, with recovery taking months. It is typically a last resort when walking becomes impossible.
3. Custom Orthotics
Stop Progression
The medical standard for prevention. By correcting overpronation, custom orthotics remove the pressure pushing the big toe inward, halting the deformity's progress.
Shop Custom InsolesThe medical standard for prevention. By correcting overpronation, custom orthotics remove the pressure pushing the big toe inward, halting the deformity's progress.
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Clinically proven to halt Bunion progression
Podiatrist-Approved Relief
We specialize in custom-molded orthotics that prevent the inward rolling motion (pronation) that forces the big toe to drift.
The Bilt Labs Team
Medical Manufacturing Experts
A survey found that 75% of podiatrists recommend custom orthotic devices for the non-surgical treatment of adult hallux valgus (bunions).
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Our medical-grade insoles are scientifically engineered to correct the specific biomechanical issues causing your foot pain.
Why Store-Bought Insoles Often Fail Bunions
Understanding the difference between simply cushioning the bump versus mechanically correcting the rotation is key to stopping progression.
Generic Insoles
mass produced
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Crowds the Toebox
Thick, generic foam often takes up too much room, increasing pressure on the bunion bump.
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Fails to Stop Pronation
Soft arches flatten under weight, allowing the foot to roll inward which pushes the big toe out.
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Temporary Comfort Only
Provides initial cushioning but does not correct the biomechanical fault causing the deformity.
Bilt Labs Custom
Medical-Grade Orthotics
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Stops Progression
Rigid support prevents overpronation, neutralizing the force that pushes the big toe inward.
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Precision Molded Fit
Fabricated from a mold of your foot to ensure 100% contact without crowding the toes.
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Off-Loads Pressure
Transfers weight away from the painful first metatarsal joint to the rest of the foot.
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Medical-grade support to reduce joint pressure.
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100,000+ Lives Changed
Join the thousands who have found relief through proper biomechanical alignment. Our medical-grade custom orthotics are designed to get you back to living a pain-free life.
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Experience professional-grade biomechanical correction designed to meet your immediate pain relief and long-term structural health needs – accessible directly from home.
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License: DPM00321
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Chief Medical Officer
Dr. William Naughton
Board Certified Podiatrist
Precision Engineered
& Hand Finished—All In the USA
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Aerospace-Grade Materials
We use high-performance polymers and EVA foams designed for maximum durability, shock absorption, and comfort.
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Laser-Precision Milling
Your orthotics are carved from a solid block of material using CNC robotics, ensuring 100% accuracy to your foot mold.
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Hand-Crafted Quality
Every pair is hand-finished and inspected by our technicians in our US-based lab to ensure clinical efficacy.
Bunions FAQ
Expert answers on treating hallux valgus with custom orthotics.
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