Yes, bunions can be very painful. They can make walking, driving and even standing painful and have a negative impact on a person’s quality of life. This in turn has a negative impact on mental wellbeing.
Any pain can usually be managed with over-the-counter painkillers, such as ibuprofen, or applying an ice pack or a soothing soak in Epsom salts may also help. However, particularly sore bunions can cause chronic pain and may require stronger pain relief. Bunion removal surgery is the only way to get rid of bunion pain. If you are seeking bunion removal surgery in London, the Cadogan Clinic is home to leading surgeons who will be able to put a stop to bunion pain.