Bunions Specialist
Podiatrist, Bunion Surgeon in Woodbury Heights, Haddon Heights, Voorhees & Pine Hill, NJ
Considering Surgery?
Prime Foot and Ankle Specialists offers Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™
A patented procedure designed to secure the root cause of your hallux valgus permanently.
Fix the root cause of your unstable joint
Walk in a boot within days of surgery
No casts
Minimal downtime and lost work time
How the Process Works
It is an advanced surgical procedure that corrects a bunion by rotating the entire deviated bone back into its normal anatomical position.
It is done using specially-designed instrumentation, naturally straightening your toe and removing the “bump” and associated pain. Innovative plating technology is used to secure the unstable joint permanently.
Most patients are able to walk within days of surgery. No cast is required — allowing patients to get back to the shoe wear of their choice and activities quickly.
Bunions
Our podiatrists provide expert treatment, cosmetic and correction surgery for this foot deformity.
They are due primarily to genetic factors but can become painful over time due to trauma, ill-fitting shoes, and poor foot structure. The bone connected to the big toe starts to drift outward, pushing the big toe sideways into the other toes, which can also lead to painful hammertoes or corns & calluses.
If left untreated, not only can it become painful, but it can become progressively worse. Wider shoes, padding & custom orthotics may slow down this progression. Surgery is the only way to correct the deformity.
Bunion surgery is usually performed on an outpatient basis which means patients get to go home on the same day of the surgery. Many of our patients start walking on the operative foot within a few days and can return to work within a short period of time.
Prime Foot and Ankle Specialists’ mission is to get you back on your feet as soon as possible.
FAQs
How long does it take to recover from a Lapiplasty® Bunion Procedure?
Patients are typically walking within days of surgery. Patients can return to most occupations within days to a couple of weeks, wearing a surgical boot. Within six weeks, you can expect to be walking in comfortable shoes such as tennis shoes. However, you should not plan on any high-impact activities for 3-4 months.
Short shopping trips and strolls are examples of activities that should be fine at this point. Around the 4-month mark post-op, you should be able to return to most activities and shoe wear.
Can I wear fashionable shoes again?
The Lapiplasty® bunion surgery procedure enables most patients to wear their desired shoes comfortably. However, it's important to note that certain fashionable shoes may still cause discomfort (even with a normal foot!).
Can I play sports after the Procedure?
Yes, there are no permanent activity limitations after the surgery. Most patients are able to return to most activities after the bones have completely healed at approximately 4 months.
Can the Surgical Procedure be performed on someone previously having traditional surgery?
Yes, it is an option that can be utilized by your doctor when a revision is required. Even if previously treated, patients can experience the same benefits — with a permanently secured foundational joint this time.
I’ve heard the term “reproducible” used when describing the Procedure. What does that mean?
"Reproducible" means the procedure of the treatment for bunions can be easily repeated and consistently delivers expected results. It utilizes precision, patented instrumentation designed to take the guesswork and “eyeballing” out of surgery — helping ensure your surgeon can get reliable results over and over.
Can the Procedure be performed as an outpatient procedure & how long does it last?
Yes, surgeries are performed as outpatient procedures. If your doctor is performing any additional procedures at the same time, the surgery may take longer.