| | |  | Podiatrics | Home » » » PediFix Nighttime Bunion Regulator, Left, Medium | | | | | | | Description: | | Nighttime Bunion Regulator™ relieves pain by alleviating strain that causes a crooked big toe and a bunion deformity. This anatomically-shaped splint guides the big toe towards its normal position while gently stretching tendons and muscles to help slow progression of the condition. Recommended by doctors for people who want to avoid or postpone surgery. | | | Features: | |
• Aligns big toe for maximum comfort
• Counteracts the strain that causes pain & deformity
• Works While You Rest or Sleep
• Doctor-recommended to patients who don't want bunion surgery
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 8.5 inches | | Product Width:
| 2.0 inches | | Product Height:
| 4.5 inches | | Product Weight:
| 0.13 pounds | | Package Length:
| 8.5 inches | | Package Width:
| 5.3 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.9 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.15 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 39 reviews |
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16 of 16 found the following review helpful:
 Works for my BunionJan 15, 2012
By Truth Be Told
I have tried other bunion products/ toe alignment products and this is the first one that has worked so far. What you get is one brace as pictured. I first tried one and because of the results I order one for my left foot.
The brace is for nighttime use or while siting/lounging. You can not wear the brace with shoe and the directions on the box recommends not walking with the brace on.
Here is the size chart per manufacture:
Women
Small:7
Medium:8-10
Large:11+
Men
Small:
Medium:6-8
Large:9+
The first time I put the splint on I could fell the tendons in my big toe stretch.Like lifting weights and feeling the muscle burn. I did not read the direction so I wore the brace for 7 hours. when I took it off my big toe was hurting like hell. However, after the tendons relaxed I was able to walk flat on my foot without pain for the first time in a long time.
So I would recommend doing as the direction state "Limit initial usage periods to 30 minutes each. Gradually wear splint for longer durations and increase band tension as comfort level improves.".
After using it for a week I am almost to the point where I can wear it all night and not remove it. For a person with a not so severe bunion you may not experience the same discomfort I did.
In the short time I have been using this product I have notice an improvement with my bunion.I can now walk without walking on the side of my feet to avoid bunion pain. So for now it gets 5 stars.
Also as noted by other reviewers, if you adjust the brace very tight the plastic does irritate/dig into the skin and becomes very uncomfortable. I use my injinji Performance Mini Crew Toesocks to keep the plastic off of my skin.
To clean the manufacture recommends:
"Hand wash in warm water and mild soap. Rinse thoroughly. Press flat in a clean towel to remove excess moisture then air dry completely, away from direct heat and sunlight, before reuse."
Update: 02/09/2012
I have been using this for almost a month now and I have noticed that my big toe has straighten up a bit. It has not moved back to the normal position but it did move enough for me to notice the difference. Also, when I stand my big toe does not push against my second toe as much. The only issue I have is I wish the plastic brace for the splint had a little bit more of a curve to it that way more pressure would be applied to the big toe to keep it straight. This is a problem because after a month of use I can now wear the splint on its tightest level and the burn is not as strong as before. Its still a good product and I am happy I bought it.
Update: 3/30/2012
After 2 months of use I am now able to wear the regulator all night long as tight as I can get it. My toe is still misaligned and has not returned to the normal straight position.(not that I was expecting too). Although this product did not return my toe to its normal position it did move my toe just enough to relieve my bunion pain. Now when I come home from work my feet do not feel like they have been in a vise all day. I no longer have to walk like I am walking on broken glass. If your big toe is not badly misaligned then this product may work better for you. If your bunion is severe then the best this product can do for you is relieve bunion pain. Don't expect a miracle (getting your big toe perfectly straight) from this product. It helped relieve my bunion pain and for this alone I thing this product is worth it.
15 of 16 found the following review helpful:
So far so goodMay 16, 2010
By C. Bond
"Bookaholic"
Unlike its biggest competitor, the FootSmart bunion regulator that looks similar, but is white and blue, this only adjusts in one place. Other than that this is a far superior item. The plastic is thicker and more study. The other dug into my foot with the edge. I can only wear these for a few hours, I put it on fairly tight, but it makes a huge difference in my foot pain the next day and for a couple of days after if I forget to put it on the next night or two.
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Great for post bunion surgeryApr 22, 2011
By Mama
I purchased this item after reading a couple of reviews on Amazon and agree that it is an excellent tool for post-bunion surgery. After 25 years of the muscles and ligaments shortening on the one side of the big toe, it helps to achieve some stretch when I am not walking on it. I use it in at night and it does not interfere with my sleeping. It is made of good quality materials and I appreciate the ability to stretch it further by tightening the velcro. Components: sturday plastic bar lined with thick foam at big toe and a thick, faux suede material over the bunion. Overall: highly recommend!
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Pedifix Nighttime bunion regulatorJan 29, 2011
By B. Alexander
"walkinmomma"
Excellent product for post-bunion surgery. I wear at night to prevent scar tissue tightening and works lika a charm. Was uncomfortable the first couple nights but now the toe is back in proper alignment and don't even notice it.
8 of 9 found the following review helpful:
GreatAug 28, 2008
By A. Nader
I use these regulators every night. It has kept my bunion from advancing like it had been. I am much more comfortable with it on. Of course- you should not walk in it and because it is made of plastic, it is very easy for my pupply to destroy- The only reason I didn't give it a 5 star, is I can't find replacement parts.
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