Years ago, people may have heard from their friends that a bunionectomy was painful. But with modern techniques such as minimally invasive surgery, treating bunions offers a faster recovery, less pain and virtually no incision. In this video, hear from two of our doctors as well as satisfied patient Deborah, whose successful procedures allowed her to continue her hobbies of downhill skiing and biking.
A bunion is an enlargement of the bone or tissue around a joint at the base of the big toe or at the base of the little toe. Bunions often form when the joint is stressed over a prolonged period. Bunions can be painful and make daily activities a challenge, as they can cause irritation, swelling and stiffness in the toe joints over time.
With minimally invasive bunion surgery, the surgeon can correct the deformity with minimal damage to the surrounding tissue.
With a tiny incision, patients only need a sedative during the procedure; the doctor often closes with a butterfly bandage instead of stitches; and there’s significantly less swelling at the incision site. This all leads to a much quicker recovery than with traditional bunion surgery.
To find out if minimally invasive bunion surgery is right for you, schedule an appointment with one of our trained doctors listed below.
