Could a simple toe brace fix bunions without surgery?
NCT ID NCT07378917
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 20 times
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.
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Locations
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Carmen García Gomariz
Valencia, 46010, Spain
What this could mean
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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.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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