There are a variety of foot and ankle conditions that may require surgery as a treatment option to achieve long-lasting pain relief. Some common conditions include:

Broken Bones

Dealing with broken bones in the foot or ankle can be incredibly painful and often requires prompt medical attention. When a break occurs, or when a fracture is severe or fails to heal properly with conservative treatments, surgery may become necessary. Broken ankle surgery, for example, aims to realign the bones, secure them with hardware like screws or plates, and facilitate proper healing.

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain, involving inflammation of the thick band of tissue running across the bottom of your foot. While most cases improve with conservative treatments like stretching exercises, orthotics, and anti-inflammatory medications, chronic cases may need surgical intervention. Plantar fasciitis surgery may include procedures like plantar fascia release, where a portion of the fascia is cut to relieve tension and pain.

Bunions

Bunions are painful bony bumps that develop on the joint at the base of your big toe. They occur when some bones in the front part of your foot move out of place, causing the tip of your big toe to be pulled towards the smaller toes and forcing the joint at the base of your big toe to stick out. Over time, this causes the bunion to become increasingly painful.

Surgery might be recommended if conservative treatments like shoe modifications, orthotics, or anti-inflammatory medications fail to provide sufficient relief. The surgical procedure, called Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction, corrects the metatarsal bone in all three dimensions, restoring alignment and straightening the toe.

Hammertoe

This condition occurs when a toe bends or curls downward instead of pointing forward due to an imbalance in the surrounding muscles, tendons, or ligaments. Hammertoe can cause considerable discomfort and make it difficult to find proper footwear.

When non-surgical treatments like padding, orthotics, and physical therapy don't alleviate the pain, surgery becomes a viable option. Surgical procedures may involve tendon transfer or joint resection to correct the deformity and restore normal toe position.

Ankle Arthritis

Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis in the ankle can cause significant pain and reduced mobility. When medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes don't offer relief, surgery might be necessary. Procedures for ankle arthritis include arthroscopy, which involves cleaning out the joint, realigning the bones, or even replacing the ankle joint with a prosthesis. These surgical options aim to reduce pain and improve joint function.

Achilles Tendon Disorders

Conditions like Achilles tendinitis can severely impact your mobility. If rest, physical therapy, and medications don't resolve the issue, surgery may be needed. Surgical intervention may involve removing damaged tissue, repairing ruptures, or lengthening the tendon to relieve tension and restore normal function.

Morton’s Neuroma

This painful condition affects the ball of your foot, most commonly between the third and fourth toes. It involves the thickening of tissue around one of the nerves leading to your toes, causing sharp, burning pain in the ball of your foot.

Surgery is considered if conservative treatments such as shoe modifications, anti-inflammatory medications, or corticosteroid injections fail to relieve symptoms. Surgical options include decompression surgery or removal of the affected nerve.

Tibialis Posterior Disorder

This condition affects the tendon that supports the arch of your foot. If left untreated, it can lead to flatfoot deformity and significant pain. When conservative treatments like orthotics, physical therapy, or braces don't work, surgery might be necessary. Surgical options may include tendon repair, osteotomy, or fusion procedures to correct alignment and improve stability.