Fix the bump — and the pain behind it.
A bunion is more than a bump. As the big toe drifts, the joint at its base widens and aches, shoes stop fitting, and walking can become genuinely painful. When conservative measures aren't enough, our fellowship-trained foot & ankle surgeon corrects the underlying alignment — often with minimally invasive techniques that mean smaller incisions and an easier recovery.
Also called hallux valgus correction or bunionectomy
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What bunion surgery really is.
A bunion (hallux valgus) is a progressive deformity, not a growth. The first metatarsal drifts toward the midline while the big toe angles outward, so the joint at the base of the toe becomes prominent and inflamed. It tends to worsen slowly over years, and footwear or genetics influence how fast.
Surgery isn't always needed. Wider shoes, padding, orthotics, and activity changes relieve many people. But once a bunion is painful most of the day, limits your shoes, or is steadily progressing, correcting the alignment is what actually resolves it — and the earlier, simpler corrections tend to recover faster.
Minimally invasive when appropriate
For suitable bunions, a minimally invasive (MIS) correction realigns the bone through small incisions rather than a large open one. That generally means less soft-tissue disruption and, for many patients, a more comfortable early recovery. Whether MIS or a traditional osteotomy is right depends on the severity and shape of your deformity.
Procedure is matched to deformity
We grade the deformity radiographically (intermetatarsal and hallux valgus angles, sesamoid position) and select among distal/proximal osteotomies, Lapidus fusion, or MIS correction accordingly. Matching the procedure to the deformity is what drives durable correction and a low recurrence rate.
Common signs we treat.
Aching at the big-toe joint
A deep, persistent ache at the base of the big toe that worsens with walking, standing, or tight shoes.
A widening, red bump
The joint looks larger and the skin over it becomes red, thickened, or irritated where it rubs footwear.
Trouble with shoes & motion
Shoes that used to fit now pinch, and the big toe feels stiff or crowds the second toe.
From hurting to healed.
We work from the least-invasive options upward, escalating only if you need it. Most patients improve well before surgery is ever discussed.
Confirm and grade it
An exam and weight-bearing X-rays measure the deformity and rule out arthritis in the joint, which changes the plan.
Try conservative care
Wider footwear, orthotics, padding, and activity changes — enough for many people, especially earlier on.
Plan the right correction
If pain persists, we select the procedure that fits your deformity — minimally invasive where suitable, or a targeted osteotomy/fusion.
Correct and recover
The realignment is performed as an outpatient procedure, followed by a structured, protected recovery back to normal shoes and activity.
Treatment is matched to your specific diagnosis at your visit. The options shown reflect NASPAC's general approach and should be confirmed against the practice's verified procedure list.
Still have questions?
No. Many bunions are managed well with wider shoes, orthotics, and padding. Surgery is considered when the bunion is painful most of the day, limits your activity or footwear, or is clearly progressing despite conservative care.
Often, yes — for many mild-to-moderate deformities. MIS correction uses small incisions and can mean an easier early recovery, but the right technique depends on the severity and shape of your bunion, which we assess with an exam and X-rays.
It varies by the procedure and your anatomy. Many patients are walking in a protective shoe or boot early on and transition back to normal footwear over several weeks. Your surgeon gives you a specific timeline based on the correction performed.
Recurrence is uncommon when the procedure is matched correctly to the deformity and the recovery protocol is followed. Choosing the right correction for your specific anatomy is the biggest factor.
Walk comfortably again.
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