Hallux Valgus or bunions are a foot abnormality in which the great toe overlaps with the little toe provoking the growth of a second bone due to swelling. It can cause great discomfort if it is not treated on time.

Although bunions are very small, they are very painful and they change your lifestyle. Because they are located in the part that balances the human body, it can cause changes in your posture and when you walk. This will generate other types of abnormalities. Wearing sandals or another type of open shoe can be embarrassing.

Bunion surgery or Bunionectomy repairs foot abnormalities by removing them. This way you will no longer feel any pain and you’ll be able to show your toes and nails. Overall, you will again have the freedom to choose what shoes to wear.

At Salutaris, clinic leader in outpatient surgery in Guadalajara, our staff is formed by a group of highly qualified Orthopedic Surgeons that will accompany you throughout all the process until the appearance you seek has been achieved.

The right candidate is that who already went through all kinds of orthopedic treatments to repair the foot abnormality but didn’t achieve it.

A good candidate for bunion surgery must be aware of the real results that this surgery can have on your feet.

Only your feet will be numbed during the procedure. Next, your Orthopedic Surgeon will perform a minimum cut before the toe joint and the bones. He will correct your problem with special tools making small incisions. It is important to emphasize that in order to repair them, he will not use pins, screws, plates or splints. The area will be covered with compression bandages to avoid swelling and to reduce the recovery process.

If you have made the decision to undergo a bunionectomy, the first thing you have to do is make an appointment with you Orthopedic Surgeon.

In this appointment, you and your doctor will discuss the procedure to remove your bunion. He will review your medical history and conduct some evaluations to determine which procedure to be performed. He will also explain the recovery process, food, beverages and medication that you will have to suspend pre and post-surgery, the risks involved, and the total cost.

If you suffer from diabetes or heart disease, you need to let your doctor know since some illnesses can interfere with the recovery process. If you drink or smoke, let your doctor know, he will indicate in advance what you need to suspend prior to your surgery.

Each step of the process must be clarified, this way you will ensure your satisfaction with the outcome of the surgery.

There are risks involved in every surgery. Although they are minimal, it doesn’t mean that they will never appear.

Some of the risks involved after a bunion surgery, are, insensitivity, mild limitation of motion in the big toe, mild pain, most of these can be avoided following your doctor’s recommendations carefully.

Once your Bunionectomy is performed, you must remain at the hospital for a few hours. You can be discharged on the same day. You must wear special shoes and a bandage for about three weeks.

Although you won´t recover immediately, you will be able to see the advantages right after the surgery. The pain caused by the bunion will reduce, you will be able to walk normally and have a normal posture. You will be fully recovered three to five months later and you will be ready to enjoy the benefits of the surgery.

It is important to keep your feet protected during this time to avoid any type of injury or infection.