Bunions & Lapiplasty

At Northern Ankle Foot Associates, we know that you want to look good. And sometimes, in order to do so, you might resort to wearing high heels or similarly restrictive footwear. Unfortunately, aesthetic gains often go hand in hand with podiatric losses.

Like most things, foot fashion comes with a cost. High heels, in particular, are frequently far too narrow, elevated, or restrictive. Eventually, forcing your foot into an unnatural shape will lead to more than just garden variety discomfort. You’ll end up with bunions.

Luckily, we’re here to help. Below, we’ll lay out the common characteristics of bunions, then tip you off to an innovative new treatment that’s aimed at correcting them: Lapiplasty!

Bunions: A Breakdown

  • If the bones near the joint of your big toe are improperly aligned, a bump forms at the base.
  • The joint will start to protrude outward as it grows, pressing into your footwear.
  • This can cause pain and swelling, and it increases your odds of suffering other complications, such as hammertoes or hallux rigidus.

How Do I Beat a Bunion That’s Getting Out of Hand?

  • Unfortunately, over-the-counter treatments often fail to fix bunions.
  • Better footwear can improve symptoms, especially if you snag a pair with a wider toe box.
  • Some established surgical options can provide more long-term relief, such as a bunionectomy.

While it can be effective to stick with established techniques, Northern Ankle Foot Associates is always striving to provide the most modern treatments. That’s why we are pleased to offer what might just be the best option yet for corrective bunion surgery: Lapiplasty!

What’s Lapiplasty?

  • Lapiplasty uses advanced instruments to correct the metatarsal bone in all three directions.
  • Lapiplasty works to mend the unstable joint that causes bunions rather than merely treating the symptoms or the bump itself.
  • Titanium plates permanently secure the correction, dramatically reducing the risk of recurrence.

If you’d like to learn more about this revolutionary new procedure or you think you might need treatment for your bunions, contact us today. We offer a wide range of services to meet our patient’s needs. Dr. Robyn Joseph looks forward to providing you with the finest in expert care, whether you’re seeking conservative treatments or the most innovative options for surgical intervention. Call 516-365-4545 or schedule your appointment online!