Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery

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The Foot and Ankle Sports Institute

Foot and Ankle Surgeons & Sports Medicine Specialists located in Burbank, CA & Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA

With modern advances in medicine, bunion surgeries are better than ever. At The Foot and Ankle Sports Institute in Burbank, West LA, and Agoura Hills, CA, the team specializes in state-of-the-art minimally invasive bunion surgery for patients. Patients can look forward to faster and less painful rehabilitation, less scarring, and a quicker return to activity. To find out more, call the office or schedule a consultation online today.

Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery Q&A

Minimally invasive bunion surgery (MIS bunionectomy) is a less invasive surgical technique used to correct a bunion (hallux valgus)—a misalignment of the big toe joint. This approach involves small incisions (3-5 mm) instead of the traditional open surgery incision and uses specialized instruments to realign the bone while preserving soft tissue and minimizing trauma.

Key Features of MIS Bunion Surgery:

  1. Small Incisions:

    • Instead of a large, open incision, tiny (keyhole) incisions are made.
    • Reduces visible scarring and speeds up healing.

  2. Bone Realignment Using Percutaneous Osteotomies:

    • The metatarsal bone is cut and repositioned using tiny burrs instead of saws.
    • Fixation with screws (or sometimes left to heal naturally depending on technique).

  3. Less Soft Tissue Disruption:

    • Traditional bunion surgery requires cutting ligaments and tendons for exposure.
    • MIS preserves these structures, leading to less pain and swelling.

  4. Faster Recovery & Less Downtime:

    • Patients can often bear weight immediately in a surgical shoe.
    • Less post-op pain due to reduced soft tissue trauma.
    • Faster return to regular activities (compared to traditional open techniques).

Advantages of Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery

✅ Less Pain – Smaller incisions mean less nerve disruption and post-op discomfort.
✅ Minimal Scarring – Tiny incisions reduce visible scars.
✅ Faster Recovery – Many patients walk immediately after surgery in a protective boot.
✅ Lower Risk of Infection – Reduced exposure of soft tissues to external contaminants.
✅ Reduced Stiffness – Preserves more joint mobility compared to traditional techniques.

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