Blog - Podiatrist in Rocky Mount, NC | Carl Purvis, DPM, FACFAS

Recovery and Care Tips After Bunion Surgery
posted: Oct. 21, 2025.

Bunion surgery, or bunionectomy, can be life-changing for those who have struggled with chronic foot pain, swelling, and difficulty finding comfortable shoes. Once the procedure is complete, however, proper recovery Read more
How Bunions Develop and Why Early Treatment Matters
posted: Aug. 18, 2025.

Bunions may start small, a slight bump at the base of your big toe, but over time, they can cause significant pain and impact how you walk. At Foot & Read more
New Advances in Bunion Treatment and Prevention
posted: Mar. 25, 2025.

Bunions are a common foot condition that can cause pain, discomfort, and difficulty walking. They occur when the joint at the base of the big toe becomes misaligned, leading to Read more
Treatment for Bunions
posted: Oct. 23, 2024.

Bunion Treatment in Rocky Mount, NC Bunions can make walking or standing for long periods very uncomfortable. Fortunately, podiatrists offer treatments to relieve pain. Dr. Peter Moyer, Dr. Jennifer Purvis, and Read more
Living with Bunions: Daily Tips for Managing Discomfort
posted: Jul. 29, 2024.

Bunions are bony bumps that form on the side of the foot at the base of the big toe. They can cause significant discomfort and pain, making everyday activities challenging. Read more
Podiatric Surgery: Procedures for Correcting Foot and Ankle Problems
posted: May 10, 2024.

When foot and ankle problems persist despite conservative treatments, podiatric surgery may be the only path to relief and improved mobility. Foot and ankle surgery is usually a last resort Read more
Treating Your Bunion Symptoms
posted: Sep. 13, 2023.

Bunions are a common problem. In fact, over half of the women in the United States have developed a bunion at some point, according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Read more
FAQs About Bunions
posted: Dec. 02, 2022.

Bunions are just one of the many foot conditions that we at Purvis-Moyer Foot and Ankle Center treat. Dr. Purvis, Dr. Moyer and Dr. Martin help the Rocky Mount, NC Read more
What Are Bunions and How Can They Be Treated?
posted: Dec. 01, 2022.

If you have a hard, bony lump on the side of your big toe, it’s probably a bunion. Bunions are caused by a genetic bone deformity which makes your big Read more
FAQs About Bunions
posted: Aug. 16, 2022.

Bunions can be difficult to deal with, but they can also leave you asking a lot of questions. You may not be sure what could cause bunions, how they’re treated, Read more
Are You Dealing With Bunion Pain?
posted: Aug. 01, 2022.

Find out how to get your bunion pain under control and when to see a podiatrist. A bunion is a painful foot deformity that warrants turning to a podiatrist to learn Read more
Treating Your Bunions
posted: Apr. 01, 2022.

Have you been diagnosed with a bunion? A bunion is a common foot deformity that if left untreated can cause significant pain, swelling, structural changes and even trouble walking. Of Read more
Treating Your Bunions
posted: Jul. 14, 2020.

If you’re dealing with a bunion then you know that this pain is no joke. If you’re dealing with a throbbing, aching pain at the base of your big toe Read more