If Bunions Are Bothering You, These Fast-Shipping Amazon Products May Offer Some Relief

As far as I can tell, there is no foot pain worse than a bunion. And while I haven’t dealt with this particular affliction personally, I stand firmly behind my statement: At best, they turn the simple act of walking (or even putting on shoes) into a painful endeavor. At worst, they require some pretty hefty surgery. Adding insult to injury, it’s theorized that bunions are an entirely genetic affliction — meaning for some, avoiding high heels and pointed toes may just be delaying the inevitable.
If you’re already at the point of needing surgery, let me be the first to wish you a speedy recovery. If not, there are plenty of highly-rated options that may ease the discomfort caused by the condition. And, thanks to the wonders of Amazon Prime delivery, they could be at your door in just a few days. (Shipping times can vary by location, so be sure to double-check before ordering.)
A quick disclaimer: There’s no evidence that any of the items on our list (nor any other bunion-relief product on the market, for that matter) will actually repair or “correct” a legitimate bunion — that’s a surgeon’s job. However, they are designed to provide some comfort and pain relief in the interim. Pick your favorite(s) from the lineup below, hit Buy Now, and get ready to get moving.
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These gel patches can ease minor bunion pain caused by friction and pressure from shoes. They’re thin and flexible, nearly invisible, “stick well” (they can be worn for multiple days in a row), and, for some customers, “are the only things that actually work.”
This gel-lined splint (also from Dr. Scholl’s) is intended to be worn at night to provide therapeutic relief from bone pain. It has multiple adjustment points for a completely tailored fit. It’s sold as a set and includes braces for both left and right feet.
This toe separator ring is “comfortable and absolutely perfect for re-aligning toes,” says one reviewer, who added that “this item has relieved me of ALL my pain due to bunions.” It’s also durable, washable, latex-free, and comes in a range of different colors (including glitter).
Essentially an orthopedic tabi sock, these moisture-wicking socks separate your big toe from the other four and “provide just enough padding over the bunion area” to relieve pressure and pain. “I tried everything I could find, but I got no real relief until I discovered these socks,” wrote one reviewer. Unlike many other products, it’s also thin enough to be worn under most shoes.
A toe separator like this one can promote better alignment and reduce friction between the digits, which may also help relieve some of the discomfort you’re feeling.
One customer who experiences “a lot of pressure and bunions” says they’re “unlike any other products I’ve tried” and provided “relief at the first try!”
If you don’t want to wear a full sock, or you’re experiencing slippage with stand-alone spacers and shields, this “amazing” stretchy sleeve may be your best bet. It features both a gel bunion pad and a gel toe spacer, both of which are inserted into the soft fabric to keep them comfortably in place and prevent them from rubbing against the foot. “I am delighted to tell you that this product DOES decrease pain due to bunions,” wrote a shopper. “[It] does not roll [or] slip off, and it fits easily and comfortably in my shoes.”
This kit comes with 14 total pieces — two types of toe separator rings, two types of toe shields, and individual toe separators — all made from durable, washable silicone gel that can be worn around the clock to cushion your feet from bunion pressure or pain. And don’t let the bargain price fool you: “They do hold up and they do work,” says a reviewer, who said they bought their first pack “ages and ages ago.”
“They’re definitely a game changer,” wrote another shopper, who has been using the product for 10 years.
Still searching for some pain relief? Shopping writer Tessa Flores found 12 pairs of shoes that reviewers with bunions swear by: