bunions





quick facts

Procedure Type

Surgical

Anesthesia

Local Anaesthesia

Duration

1-2 hours

Recovery Period

Depends on case



An abnormal bony growth most often located at the base joint of the big toe, a bunion can cause a lot of pain and discomfort. In more severe cases, it can even cause issues with mobility. Over time, the big toe can start to move out of its natural position to curve towards the other toes on the same foot, resulting in the base joint of the big toe pushing away from the other toes to form a bunion. The same condition can also form in the smaller toes, referred to as a ‘bunionette’.

Known to be caused by arthritis, genetics and other disorders that affect the skeletal structure of the body, bunions are most often seen in women. The condition can be aggravated by certain forms of footwear, such as high heels with pointed toes. The good news is that even the more severe cases and those that have failed to respond to physical therapy and other non-surgical treatment methods can usually be successfully treated by performing a bunionectomy.



What are the options for surgical treatment?
There are a variety of surgical options available for treatment of bunions, as follows:

  • Osteotomy: One of the most popular and highly-effective surgeries available to correct bunions. During the procedure, the surgeon makes small incisions over the tow bones in order to realign the joint. Once the bone is cut and fixed in its original position, a set of surgical metal screws and plates are used to keep the joint aligned as the bone heals, which usually takes a few weeks. This technique is often performed in combination with the ‘soft tissue release’ procedure, which helps to set the bone back in its original position.
  • Ligament or Tendon repair: Most often performed when the soft tissue surrounding the big toe becomes tighter on one side, often becoming abnormally loose on the other side. This creates an imbalance that causes the big toe to point towards the other, smaller toes. During this procedure, the surgeon shortens the loose soft tissue on the one side while loosening the tissue on the other side.
  • Arthrodesis – This technique is most often used for the most severe cases and/or for patients who have had a previously unsuccessful surgery. During the procedure, the surgeon removes the surface of the joint and realigns it to its normal position, then fixes it in place using metal surgical screws and plates to provide critical support for the big toe while the bones heal naturally.

Who is a good candidate for a bunion surgery?

  • Men or women experiencing considerable pain due to the formation of a bunion
  • Men and women who’s deformed toe is causing the other toes on the same foot to overlap
  • Men and women experiencing limited mobility due to the formation of a bunion
  • Men and women for whom extended therapy using NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) has failed to improve the condition
  • Men and women experiencing long-term swelling and inflammation that has proven to be resistant to non-surgical treatment methods
  • Men and women who have experienced no relief to their pain or discomfort using specialized footwear as advised by a medical professional


orthopedic doctors and surgeons

btTextCenter

US Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

World renowned Orthopedic surgeon and Sports Medicine doctor; rated among the top orthopedic doctors in USA & globally; pioneer in cutting-edge orthopedic treatments; ortho to top celebrities, sports persons, and royalty; “the doctor’s doctor”



contact us

appointment, query, complaint, feedback








    get in touch faster



    client testimonials

    Positive feedback and appreciation from our valued clients is the ultimate proof of our service quality.
    It’s the single purpose that motivates us to work harder and better at serving you.

    Dear Cocoona & Dr. Sanjay, Thank you so much for my Breast Augmentation procedure. Its 1 month on and I could not be happier with the result . All the way through from the initial consultation to the post op checkups, all your staff has been wonderful. The Dubai London Clinic for the surgery was fantastic. I would definitely recommend to others to Cocoona. Now if you could fix my handwriting skills please?
    Thanks again.
    Sarah


    Dear Lovely Staff of Cocoona, I love the environment of the Clinic, staff is so beautiful & positive always smiling. And Dr. Sanjay is the best, friendly, positive & smart. I am very happy with the procedure that I have done & I strongly recommend anyone who is reading these to please “go for it”. Mini and the other Nurses around are dolls, cute and positive. Love the All!
    Thank you & Best Regards
    SB


    I want to thank you for the great effort and expertise that you put in the hair transplant procedure which you did on me. You have fixed a big cut from a previous, very bad hair transplant in Jordan. It kept me very nervous and uncomfortable for very long time. Now, after conducting this surgery by you, I feel very very happy because the cut is almost gone. I like your personality and professionalism. I am really glad that I made a decision to come to Dubai and conduct the surgery at Cocoona Clinic Thank you very much.
    OA



    Copyright by Cocoona.ae 2023.  MOH License: KVZP4O1B-120123