ZenToes Gel Toe Separators for Overlapping Toes, Bunions, Big Toe Alignment, Corrector and Spacer – 4 Pack (White)

Work Perfectly
After having years of pain and painful surgeries on my foot I needed something to prevent my big toe from pointing in to the one next to it. Out of desperation I tried these and they worked immediately and perfectly. I was shocked at how they relieved my pain and discomfort.They are soft, extremely easy to put on and remove, and easy to clean. They stay in place all day long, no problem. I don’t even notice it’s on when I’m wearing one. I’m grateful beyond measure for these and highly recommend them.

Satisfied. Detailed review of my experience/use
I purchased these for my two big, hereditary bunion toes. I wear them on my big toes. They have massively helped my toe-position, increasing the space between my big/index toes as my doctor prescribed. Seriously, nothing was working. It helped with my other muscular issues like shin splints, patella (kneecap) pain, pronation (my feet and ankles don’t stand/walk flat, instead they roll inwards), and possibly plantar fasciitis (the bottom/arch muscle of the foot). Most days, I am in zero pain (with the proper footwear that is properly maintained, like good running shoes for work and exercise). I can and do wear them with all shoes and barefoot (I don’t advise walking barefoot in general – see my other foot/muscle issues!) I wear mine with socks and heels. They don’t roll around despite heavy activity or walking barefoot; they stay put.The only cons:I know people complain endlessly that these are “too tight,” they may feel that way at first. But I got used to it and they feel like they have stretched out. I broke them in by wearing them for short periods at a time.Rather delicate. I broke the first pair after everyday use for six months or more. I was a bit rough on them, knowing I had a second pair and I wanted to see just how quickly they would/could break. The second pair has lasted much longer. This is the first set (of two pairs) I’ve ever purchased.They do discolor dark gray/black when you walk barefoot or in socks. I solve this by always putting the ‘dark’ side (once it develops) down between my feet and the ground so the top is always the lighter side.Since bunions cause wider feet, if you’re not buying wider shoes (like me), you may run into problems wearing toe spreaders in regular width shoes. It’s more an issue of width and height if that matters. The spreaders are not tall above/around my toes.Like wearing a brace (for your back or your knee, wherever), your body will become dependent on wearing toe spreaders. Unfortunately, I used to try to tape my toes using Kinesio tape to grow the space between my big/index toes with limited success and I had the same problem with less results. Unless there’s a way to wean yourself off toe spreaders (or tape) to strengthen your muscles and joints to hold their new position, like me, you will probably have to wear them constantly, 24/7. I can’t not wear them for even 15 minutes simply sitting or standing without pain. This has resulted in friction and dirt rubbing my skin off and causing painful tears between my big/index toes. I have to wash them occassionally with hand soap and water (which helps a little with the discoloration). I may go back to taping to ‘wean’ my toes off the spreaders (I don’t think taping and wearing the spreaders would work, though). My bunions are likely caused my more muscular issues than just the toes themselves, so solving the toe issue may not solve everything else for me, personally.Obviously, you can’t wear thong sandals with these. I’ve tried for short walks and managed just fine (of course, they look ridiculous and I wouldn’t want to wear thong sandals and toe spreaders all day or out in public) so that limits my shoe options. People with foot/toe problems probably shouldn’t be wearing thong sandals anyway (as a support issue).As an active person, I of course wear toe spreaders when I do Crossfit and running. The only issues I have occassionally is when the angle (of running, jump rope, or going from flat-footed to on my toes) hits the toe spreader ‘wrong.’ It almost causes a bit of a foot cramp if you don’t have time to adjust it.

Not a cure – but some little relief
These don’t cure anything. They help alleviate symptoms and discomforts but are no “answer”.

Works great and feels natural.
A little funny looking but it works great and I hardly know I’m wearing it. Keeps my big toe from going under my other toe.

Llevo más de un año probando diferentes piezas para tratar de que el dedo gordo no continúe presionando a sus compañeros del pie y provocando dolor en la zona plantar que me molesta al caminar y sobre todo, al correr, de los dos pies. Con estas piececitas se mantienen bien separados los dedos, son suaves y de momento parecen resistentes. Son prácticas porque al ir anilladas al dedo siguiente no son tan aparatosas como las que van directas al dedo gordo y además, sufren menos roces. Prácticamente llevo cuatro días con ellas y no me las quito más que durante la ducha. Sólo una noche tuve que quitarme una de ellas por molestias mientras dormía, pero el resto de noches nada.

Très bon produit je l utilise presque tout les jours.pas très confortable, peu être douloureux mais très efficace ,je recommande.

I bought these for swimming as I don’t walk well in normal poolside shoes due to some nerve damage. Item makes it easier for me to walk and keep my balance whilst alleviating discomfort, really happy that I bought these and nice discrete colour.