Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for the foot offers a less traumatic alternative to traditional procedures, using small incisions for quicker recovery, reduced pain, and cost savings through office-based treatments.
Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) of the foot is a surgical technique that uses small incisions, specialized instruments, and imaging technology to correct various foot conditions with minimal damage to surrounding tissues. Unlike traditional open surgery, MIS reduces trauma to the skin, muscles, and bones, leading to faster recovery times, less pain, and fewer complications.
MIS procedures can be performed safely in the office, saving patients significant costs.
Common Procedures in Foot MIS
Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists offers a variety of MIS techniques tailored to specific foot issues, including:
- Bunion Correction (Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery): Uses tiny incisions to realign the bones and soft tissues in the foot.
- Hammertoe Correction: Small incisions are made to release tight tendons or realign joints.
- Plantar Fascia Release: Treats plantar fasciitis by releasing tension in the fascia through minimal cuts.
- Metatarsalgia Treatment: Addresses pain in the ball of the foot by modifying bone structure.
- Heel Spur Removal: Removes calcium deposits that cause chronic heel pain.
- Neuroma Surgery: Removes or decompresses a pinched nerve between toes (e.g., Morton’s neuroma).
Benefits of Minimally Invasive Foot Surgery
MIS provides numerous advantages for eligible patients, such as:
- Smaller Incisions: Less scarring and reduced risk of infection.
- Less Pain: Minimal disruption of soft tissues and nerves.
- Faster Recovery: Patients often return to normal activities sooner.
- Less Need for General Anesthesia: Often performed under local anesthesia.
- Reduced Postoperative Swelling: Due to minimal tissue disruption.
Is MIS Right for You?
MIS is especially beneficial for patients looking to avoid the lengthy recovery and risks associated with traditional open surgery. However, not all foot conditions are suitable for this approach, so a consultation with a foot and ankle specialist at Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists is necessary to determine candidacy and create a personalized plan.
Summary
- Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) of the foot employs small incisions and imaging to treat conditions with less tissue damage, resulting in faster recovery, less pain, and fewer complications compared to open surgery.
- MIS can be safely performed in-office, reducing costs for patients.
- Common procedures include bunion correction, hammertoe correction, plantar fascia release, metatarsalgia treatment, heel spur removal, and neuroma surgery.
- Key benefits encompass smaller incisions for less scarring, reduced pain and swelling, faster recovery, and often local anesthesia instead of general.
- Consultation with a specialist at Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists is essential to assess suitability, as not all conditions qualify for MIS.
