bunion presentation
DESCRIPTION
Here are the slides I use to go over with patients bunion surgery. You also will see a video of this presentation if you would like.TRANSCRIPT
Bunions
Causes
● Mechanical instability - unstable foot or tendons pulling harder on one side than another
● Tends to get worse over time
Diagnosis & Treatment● Only treat if painful or problematic● Wait until skeletal maturity● X-rays
Non-Surgical Treatments
● Icing, Motrin● Shoes - Gel Kayano and
wider shoes● Pads● Injections
Orthotics
● Reduce abnormal movement● Reduce progression and provide support to
the foot
Hammertoe Surgery
Surgery Preparation
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