Could a simple toe brace fix bunions without surgery?
NCT ID NCT07378917
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether wearing an external toe brace for 3 months can improve joint alignment in people with mild to moderate bunions (hallux valgus). Thirty-five adults used the brace daily, and researchers measured changes in the bunion angle on X-rays, along with pain, comfort, and satisfaction. The goal is to see if a non-surgical device can help realign the toe and ease symptoms.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- hallux valgus orthosis (external toe brace)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a non-surgical way to improve toe alignment and reduce pain for people with mild to moderate bunions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 35 participants. The orthosis may not correct the deformity significantly, and results may not apply to everyone.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for HALLUX VALGUS are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
-
Carmen García Gomariz
Valencia, 46010, Spain
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Will a bunion fix make your shoes fit better? 3D scans aim to find out
- Can a smartphone app help feet heal faster after bunion surgery?
- Bunion surgery showdown: to screw or not to screw?
- Tape your bunion pain away? new study tests simple sticky fix
- Toe fusion study: can you ski after surgery?
- Bunion surgery showdown: to fix or not to fix?