Foot Surgery

Foot problems that fail to improve with medical interventions may need foot surgery. At Sports City USA Foot & Ankle Center in McKinney, Texas, foot and ankle specialist Benjamin Clair, DPM, performs all types of foot surgeries using the latest tools and techniques. When creating your foot surgery plan, Dr. Clair always puts your needs and goals first so you get the outcomes you expect. Call today or schedule your foot surgery consultation online. 

I have bunions. Do I need foot surgery?

Bunions are a progressive foot deformity that may need foot surgery when conservative care no longer provides relief from the pain. 

Dr. Clair is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon who has advanced training in cutting-edge surgical tools and techniques. He only performs foot surgery when it’s the best option for you.

There are many foot conditions that may require surgery, such as hammertoe, complex foot fractures, and arthritis. The goal of any type of foot surgery is to improve foot and ankle functionality and mobility and quality of life. 

What are some types of foot surgery?

Dr. Clair customizes your foot surgery treatment plan based on your foot condition and goals. He performs many specific types of foot surgery, including:

• Bunion correction
• Hammertoe correction
• Forefoot realignment procedures
• Toe contracture correction
• Tendon transfers
• Tendon release
• Midfoot fusion procedures (for arthritis)
• Fracture care

When performing foot surgery, Dr. Clair uses minimally invasive tools and techniques to reduce incision size, postsurgical pain, and recovery time. 

Dr. Clair reviews the details of your procedure at your presurgical visit so you know how to properly prepare and what to expect after. 

What can I expect during recovery from foot surgery?

Recovery following foot surgery varies and depends on the type of surgery performed. Dr. Clair gives you specific at-home care instructions to support the healing process. At-home care may include:

• Rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE protocol)
• Pain medication
• Braces, splints, or casts
• Surgical shoes
• Walking boot
• Crutches or walker

You may need to immobilize the foot for a set period of time to allow for proper healing of the surgical site, especially if you had foot correction or reconstructive procedures. 

Dr. Clair schedules regular follow-up visits to monitor your healing and determine when it’s safe for you to start engaging in weight-bearing activities. Recovery from foot surgery can take up to eight weeks. 

Foot surgery is a treatment for conditions that fail to improve with medical interventions. When you need surgical treatment for your foot pain, call Sports City USA Foot & Ankle Center today or book an appointment online. Dr. Clair is a skilled surgeon with an amazing track record.