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Types of Bunions

Arthrodesis
Arthrodesis

" Bunion surgery I have decided to take the plunge and have bunion surgery on both feet (at separate times) later this year because the pain has become too much to deal with on a regular basis. I have been to ...I will be having lapidus arthrodesis on both feet and will have screws put in.

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Exostectomy
Exostectomy

Bunion removal is sometimes called a bunionectomy, bunion surgery, or hallux valgus correction. Hallux valgus is a Latin phrase that means “foot deformity.” A bunion removal is necessary if nonsurgical treatment methods don’t relieve your pain.

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Osteotomy
Osteotomy

Bunion Surgery - Metatarsal Osteotomy. What is a bunion? A bunion is a lump at the base of the big toe, caused by sideways drifting and angulation of the big toe.

Resection Arthroplasty
Resection Arthroplasty

Resection arthroplasty is surgery where your doctor removes part of your joint to relieve your symptoms. The space that’s left fills in with scar tissue over time. For some joint problems, it’s a common surgery.

source: webmd.com