What is toe surgery?

Toe surgery is a specialized field within orthopaedics focused on the correction and treatment of various toe-related conditions. These procedures aim to address issues ranging from painful deformities to infections, ultimately restoring function and alleviating discomfort. 

Toe surgery indications

Toe surgery may be recommended for several reasons, including:

• Big toe pain: This type of pain is often caused by arthritis or structural deformities in the big toe, which can significantly impact mobility and comfort.
• Hammertoe: A condition characterized by one or more toes bending abnormally, leading to discomfort, difficulty in walking, and potential development of corns or calluses.
• Ingrown toenails: When the edges of the toenail penetrate the surrounding skin, it can lead to pain, inflammation, and infection, often necessitating surgical removal of the affected portion of the nail.
• Bunion: A bony bump that occurs at the base of the big toe caused by the misalignment of the toe joint, causing pain, swelling, and difficulty finding comfortable footwear.
• Toe deformities: Conditions such as claw toes or other deformities resulting from injury or genetic factors can lead to functional limitations and discomfort.

How does Dr Abramson perform toe surgery?

Dr Michael Abramson employs a range of surgical techniques tailored to each patient’s specific condition. Here’s a brief overview of the procedures he performs:

• Big toe fusion: This procedure involves fusing the bones of the big toe to address severe arthritis or deformities, helping to stabilize the toe and reduce pain.
• Big toe cheilectomy: This involves trimming away the extra bone that has formed around the big toe joint, which can alleviate pain and improve joint mobility.
• Lesser toe surgery: Targets issues with the smaller toes, including corrections for deformities like hammertoes and addressing problems causing pain or functional limitations.
• Ingrown toenail surgery: Focuses on removing the part of the toenail that is causing an ingrown condition to relieve pain and prevent recurrence.
• Hammertoe surgery: Aims to correct the abnormal bending of the toes, typically by realigning or removing parts of the toe joint to restore normal function and relieve pain.

Dr Abramson’s approach ensures that each surgical intervention is carefully planned and executed to achieve the best possible outcome for his patients.

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