FOOT AND ANKLE SURGERY

Foot & Ankle Centers’ Foot Doctor is a Board Certified Podiatric Surgeon

Foot and Ankle Surgery Solutions

Our foot doctors are always looking for conservative means of alleviating foot and ankle problems. However, there are circumstances when conservative treatment alone will not produce the desired outcomes, and surgery may be necessary.

Our surgeons specialize in complete and compassionate care of all of your foot & ankle conditions

Commonly treated surgical conditions include:

• Bunion Surgery

• Hammertoe Surgery

• Reconstructive Surgery

• Tendon Debridement

• Heel Spur Surgery

• Arthritic Joint Repair

• Removal of Lumps & Bumps

Once surgical intervention is a viable course of action, the foot & ankle surgeon works closely with our patients to keep them informed. It includes guiding them from the point of evaluation, pre-op, surgical procedure, and post-operative course of care. 

Minor surgery procedures can be performed under local anesthesia in our office. More complex surgeries, such as reconstructive foot surgeries, are done in the hospital with mild sedation and local anesthesia.

It Is Always Our Objective To Get Our Patients Back To Work Quickly, Back To The Recreational Activities They Love, And Restore The Quality Of Life They Deserve. 

Schedule a consultation with our Board Certified Podiatric Physician and Surgeon for a complete evaluation.

RECONSTRUCTIVE FOOT AND ANKLE SURGERY

Foot reconstruction surgery corrects foot structures, restoring lost functionality due to injury or illness. Ideally, any foot surgery for reconstruction is done to improve the appearance and function of the foot. It enables patients to maintain their quality of life.

The foot is formed by several bones, ligaments, joints and muscles, which function collectively to control the various movements like walking and running. 

This complicated structure of the foot permits them to resist heavy forces every day. Feet often suffer from wounds due to ill-fitting shoes, sports, work trauma, or strain from walking.

Various outside forces tend to harm the feet and cause pain and discomfort. 

Indications For Foot Reconstruction Surgery 

A variety of reconstructive procedures are designed to treat many foot disorders and restore your foot to its original health and function. The following are the indications:

• Common foot ailments like bunions or hammertoes

• Postural deformity such as severe flat feet

• Pain while walking on hard surfaces

• Difficulty wearing shoes

• Problems with standing or other movements of the foot

• Fractures sustained as a result of accident/trauma

• Athletic injuries like Achilles tendon tears, foot/ankle fractures, ligament injuries and several others

• Plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain

• Heel and bone spurs

• Joint or bone deformities due to arthritis

• Infections

• Tumors and lesions

• Metabolic diseases such as diabetes

Reconstructive Foot Surgery

The primary objectives of foot reconstruction are to reduce pain and restore function and appearance. The surgery to be performed depends on several factors, including the individual's age, type of foot disorder, and severity and duration of the symptoms.

Reconstructive surgery facilitates the correction of birth defects, diseases, and other foot ailments that can greatly benefit patients’ medical and aesthetic needs. It is often recommended when conservative treatments fail to resolve the symptoms.  It is a good choice for permanently treating various foot disorders.

With the new advancements in surgical technology, the traditional method of treating foot disorders is replaced by a minimally invasive technique (arthroscopy), which can be performed on an outpatient basis.

Reconstruction surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia. Several tiny incisions are made by your surgeon to insert an arthroscope and miniature surgical instruments into the joint. 

The camera attached to the arthroscope displays the internal structures on a monitor. Your surgeon uses these pictures to evaluate the joint. They then direct the small surgical instruments to repair or remove the damaged bone or tendon, depending upon the extent of the injury.

After the procedure, sutures or tapes close the incisions, and a soft dressing pad is applied for protection. The foot & ankle surgeon may cast or splint the foot post-surgery to aid recovery by limiting movement until normal function is restored.

Post-Operative Care: 

Following are the post-surgical guidelines to be followed after reconstruction:

• Make sure you get adequate rest. Avoid using the affected foot for a few weeks.

• Take medications to help alleviate pain and inflammation as prescribed by your doctor.

• Apply ice bags over a towel to the affected area for about 15-20 minutes to reduce post-operative pain and swelling.

• Compression dressings (bandage) are used to support the foot after reconstructive foot surgery, aiding in reducing swelling.

• Keep the foot elevated at or above the level of your heart. It helps minimize swelling and discomfort.

• A wheelchair might be required for a few days in more severe cases.

• Start rehabilitation (physiotherapy) as recommended by your surgeon to improve your range of motion.

• Crutches or a walker may be used to maintain balance or stability while walking. You should begin appropriate exercises to stretch and strengthen the muscles.

• Cover the splint while showering to keep it clean and dry.

• The outcome of the surgery is greatly improved when you, your surgeon, and the physical therapist work together as a team.