Foot Surgery

Most concerns of the feet and ankles can be addressed. Common concerns include bunions, hammertoes, arthritic big toe joints, long toes, short toes, pain under the ball of the foot (loss of fat pads), deformed nails, soft tissue lumps like ganglions, arthritic bumps or exostoses that arise. These are often painful and cause concern.

All cases are different and a full consultation is required to assess and discuss your concerns. Alternative treatment options will be discussed including both surgical and non-surgical options. At this consultation we will discuss the associated risks and possible complications, recovery and realistic outcomes. of all relevant options.

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DISCLAIMER:

All treatments are performed by a qualified and appropriately trained professional following a comprehensive consultation. Treatments may not be suitable for every individual and outcomes can vary. Each procedure carries potential risks, side effects and recovery considerations. The information provided on this website is general in nature and is not intended to replace professional advice. Please consult your registered healthcare practitioner for personalised guidance.

‍Most surgery is day surgery and can be done under local anaesthetic, local with sedation or general anaesthetic depending on the procedure and the comfort of the patient. You will generally go home that day and will often be able to walk in a protected fashion, often partial weight bearing in a post-operative shoe with crutches.

You will require a consultation with a registered medical professional who will:

• Discuss your concerns and goals
• Take a full medical history
• Assess your foot function and structure
• Explain the procedure, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes
• Provide information on costs, recovery time, and follow-up care
  

You will have the opportunity to ask questions, and a cooling-off period will apply before booking surgery, in line with AHPRA guidelines.

As with any surgical procedure, foot surgery carries risks, including bruising and swelling, infection, blood clots, scarring, changes in foot function, further foot deformity, over-correction, under-correction, unsatisfactory aesthetic outcomes which may require revision surgery.

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As with any surgical procedure, foot surgery carries risks, including bruising and swelling, infection, blood clots, scarring, changes in foot function, further foot deformity, over-correction, under-correction, unsatisfactory aesthetic outcomes which may require revision surgery.