Forefoot Surgery
Forefoot surgery is that general category of all surgical procedures involving the front part of the foot: this includes the toes and metatarsals (the long bones in the foot just before the toes).
It can treat the root of most such pains as bunions or hammertoes, arthritis, tumors, injuries, and other conditions that lead to pain, deformities, or loss of function in the foot.
Common Types Of Forefoot Surgery
Common types of forefoot surgery include
Bunion: This is the surgical operation that corrects the bony deformity of the big toe joint area. Realigning the bone, joint and or ligaments are involved in a bunionectomy.
Hammertoe: The purpose is to straighten toes that have become bent at an abnormal angle (usually the second, third, or fourth toe). It may involve cutting tendons, repositioning bones, or fixing joints.
Metatarsal Surgery: Shortening, lengthening, or straightening the metatarsal bones to bring relief from painful states or some deformities. Ranging from minor procedures with minimal to little healing time before the patient resumes normal activity to the most life-threatening surgeries that will require a huge commitment in terms of time, non-weight bearing, and rehabilitation.
Detailed discussion with your podiatrist in queens Dr. Lana Schikman who specializes in foot and ankle surgeries has to take place on long foresight before you decide to move forward with procedures like these. We will discuss the best options, expected outcomes, and complications and make sure we are all on the same page.
