Bunion Surgery Without Hardware: What Patients Should Know
Many patients are told that “minimal incision” bunion surgery still involves screws, plates, or other internal hardware. That can be confusing. A small skin incision does not always mean the procedure is truly minimal for the bone, joint, or recovery process.
At Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Institute in Hoffman Estates, Dr. Sutpal Singh evaluates each bunion carefully and discusses whether a no-hardware approach may be appropriate. His approach to bunion surgery without hardware focuses on precise correction without placing screws or plates inside the foot when the patient is a good candidate.
This type of correction is performed in the office under local anesthesia. Many patients can walk immediately after the procedure when clinically appropriate, and Dr. Singh may also discuss regenerative medical therapy options that support healing as part of a personalized treatment plan.
If you are comparing bunion correction options, review our bunion and minimally invasive surgery services and learn more about bunion surgery with regenerative medical therapy. To find out whether a no-hardware bunion procedure is right for you, request an appointment with Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Institute.
