Lapiplasty 3-D Bunion Procedure
Correcting the root cause of painful bunions.
Lapiplasty’s innovative approach does more than just getting rid of the bump, it realigns your toe and secures the joint to fix the root cause. This means, you will be back on your feet more quickly.
What is Lapiplasty?
Lapiplasty is a patented procedure that uses advanced fixation technology to restore your metatarsal bone and big toe joint to its normal anatomy. It’s the most advanced system with proven results that addresses all three dimensions of bunion deformity. Bunions are complex deformities caused by an unstable joint. During the procedure, the unstable bone will be realigned and secured, providing a lasting correction.
Am I a candidate?
This procedure can help patients with bunions who experience foot pain that affects their daily activities.
How long is the recovery?
This new procedure allows most patients to bear weight and begin walking in a boot within days of surgery.
What are the benefits?
Lapiplasty fixes the root cause of bunions, meaning long lasting results with a quicker recovery.
Institute for Orthopaedics and Neurosciences
Carilion’s Foot and Ankle section provides advanced treatments for conditions of the foot and ankle. To find out if Lapiplasty is right for you, contact the Institute for Orthopaedics and Neurosciences to make an appointment with Dr. Ryan Putnam.
