About this episode

This episode discusses bunions, their treatment, and foot care with podiatrist Dr. Martin Ellman.

Do you see a bony bump when you look down at your feet? If so, you might have a bunion. And if you don’t, you probably want to keep it that way. On this episode of Health Matters, we’re talking with podiatrist Dr. Martin Ellman about how to care for your feet, whether high heels cause bunions and whether it’s actually better to go barefoot. Sign up to receive Mayo Clinic Press emails.  Find us online at Mayo Clinic Press for more health and wellness articles, podcasts and books.  Do you have feedback, questions or topic suggestions? Email us at mcppodcasts@mayo.edu.

People in this episode

Host: Mayo Clinic Health Matters

Guest: Dr. Martin Ellman

Topics covered

• bunions
• foot care
• podiatry
• high heels
• barefoot walking

Keywords

• bunions
• foot health
• podiatrist
• high heels
• barefoot

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Organizations: Mayo Clinic Press

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