Can a lappiplasty repair my bunion?

Bunions can be a real pain to deal with on your own. The symptoms of a bunion can be very disabling, making it difficult to walk or get from one place to another. The good news is that some treatment options can help you repair your bunion. With the right approach, your bunion problem can be a thing of the past. A lapiplasty is an approach that many people use to treat their bunion problems. Let’s take a closer look at what exactly a lapiplasty is and how it can help you say goodbye to bunion pain.

Causes of a bunion

• Abnormal alignment of the bones of your feet
• Wearing high heels or narrow shoes
• Standing for long periods of time

Symptoms of a bunion?

• Large bump on the outside of the big toe
• Redness and swelling around the big toe
• Corns and calluses on the friction site of the big toe and second toe
• Limited movement of the big toe

What is a lapiplasty?

People often have the misconception that bunions can be fixed by just shaving off the bone, thinking it is an overgrowth. In reality, there are deeper issues that are causing the problems you are experiencing. In the past, bunion surgery approached the problem on a two-dimensional plane, while the problem to be addressed was three-dimensional. This is where Lapiplasty comes into play. With LapiplastyⓇ 3D Bunion Correction, instead of doing what traditional bunion surgery does, which is cutting the bone in half and shifting, Lapiplasty rotates the entire spine of the foot to repair the anatomical deformity that causes the bunions to form. By doing this, the chance of your bunions returning is minimal.

If you suffer from bunions, Bone and Joint Specialists Orthopedic & Spine Center is the right place for you. With 4 locations in Indiana, we offer extensive access to our physicians who can provide you with world-class service. Working with us means you work with the best. Contact us today at 219.795.3360 or visit us online at www.orthopedicdoctors.com to schedule your consultation.