Dr. Spielfogel is extremely patient and has great bedside manner. He listens to your needs and anxiety, puts you at ease. I initially went to his office for a consultation for plantar fasciitis on my right foot. He did xrays to confirm and he gave me an injection. He also suggested that I need Bunion correction surgery on both of my feet but I was reluctant. He said whenever I’m ready we can arrange it.
When I was ready to have surgery, which was about 1.5 months later I scheduled my right foot. The outcome was good better than I expected. Six weeks later I scheduled my left foot and recovery is going great. I refer Dr. Spielfogel to all my friends.
What is Minimally Invasive Surgery?
Bunions can cause big toe pain, swelling and difficulty walking. Nonoperative treatment such as splints and toe separators may alleviate some pain, but they do not correct a bunion.
There are many types of bunion surgeries, the choice depends on the severity of the deformity and needs of the patient.
Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery has become more common. This technique allows a surgeon to correct a bunion utilizing specialized instruments to realign the bones and correct the bunion. This technique is done through very small incisions usually less than 1 cm in length. The surgeon uses x-ray guidance during the surgery.
What are the advantages of minimally invasive bunion surgery?
- This approach reduces tissue damage, leading to faster recovery and minimal scarring
- Reduced pain and swelling
- Faster return to normal activities
- High satisfaction rate
What is the postoperative care and recovery?
After surgery, you’ll follow a recovery plan that may include:
- Wearing a protective surgical shoe or boot to protect the bones as they heal
- Gradually resuming to weight-bearing activities
Risks and Complications
Complications, which are unlikely, may occur with any type of surgery, such as infection, nerve damage, or recurrence. Your surgeon will guide you on how to reduce risks.
If you have a bunion, it’s time to explore all your options. Minimally invasive bunion surgery may be the solution you need.
Schedule a consultation and evaluation with one of our surgeons to learn more about Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery and what would be best for you.
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