My big toe is starting to deviate. What’s the cause?
The most common cause of the big toe deviating towards the other toes is tight shoe gear. Pointy shoes will force all the toes together, precipitating bunion and hammertoe deformities. Heredity is also a cause of this deformity, which is the beginning of a bunion. As the big toe falls to the side, the first metatarsal bone starts to deviate toward the midline, which causes redness, pain and swelling over the area. It is imperative to wear spacious shoe gear to avoid pressure on this area, and thereby reduce the pain. Sneakers are the best shoe gear, as they contain good support and cushion and usually have enough space for the toes. Bunion shields and cushions are available to cushion the area and decrease pain.
