LapiFuse™ Bunion Procedure

The LapiFuse™ Bunion Procedure is a new type of bunion correction that not only reduces pain and improves mobility but also protects the natural appearance of your foot and was designed to reduce the likelihood of recurrence (return of bunions).

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IMPROVED APPEARANCE		Bunion correction treatment that removes the bunion and preserves toe length to protect the natural appearance of the foot.
REDUCED PAIN		The LapiFuse procedure is designed to reduce pain and the likelihood of future procedures1,2 by eliminating the bunion and maintaining the alignment achieved during the procedure.
INCREASED MOBILITY		The LapiFuse procedure is specially designed to improve mobility by addressing the issue in the midfoot which preserves the joint movement of the big toe, letting you get back to your active lifestyle.

	IMPROVED APPEARANCE Bunion correction treatment that removes the bunion and preserves toe length to protect the natural appearance of the foot.
	REDUCED PAIN The LapiFuse procedure is designed to reduce pain and the likelihood of future procedures1,2 by eliminating the bunion and maintaining the alignment achieved during the procedure.
	INCREASED MOBILITY The LapiFuse procedure is specially designed to improve mobility by addressing the issue in the midfoot which preserves the joint movement of the big toe, letting you get back to your active lifestyle.

Q: What makes the LapiFuse procedure different from other bunion correction surgery options?
A: Some bunion correction procedures require shortening of the toe and large incisions that can affect how the foot looks, while potentially creating new pain and leading to additional surgical procedures. The LapiFuse Bunion Procedure is designed to preserve toe length, reduce pain, and restore the natural appearance of the foot.

Q: How long does the LapiFuse procedure take?
A: The time required for the LapiFuse procedure is unique to each patient and surgeon. Generally, the LapiFuse procedure will take 45-60 minutes.

Q: What will my recovery look like?
A: Recovery instructions may vary by surgeon. Results are specific to individual patients. During the first week after your procedure, it is generally recommended that you keep your foot elevated to heal. Then, 10 days post-operation, you may be placed in a bunion dressing and short walker boot. After 6 weeks, your doctor may remove the boot and you should be able to wear normal footwear. However, please consult your doctor on recovery instructions to ensure optimal healing.

Q: Will the procedure improve my mobility?
A: Because the LapiFuse procedure preserves the joint movement of the big toe, it is specially designed to improve mobility, letting you get back to your active lifestyle. Typically, patients should be able to return to regular physical activity 6-7 weeks after their procedure. However, please consult your doctor on recovery instructions to ensure optimal healing. Recovery instructions may vary by surgeon. Results are specific to individual patients.

Q: When can I wear loose-fitting, closed-toe shoes again?
A: Typically, at 6-7 weeks, patients are allowed full weight-bearing in loose-fitting closed-toe shoes. Again, your doctor will provide you with recovery instructions to ensure optimal healing.

Q: Is it possible for my bunions to return after surgery?
A: Surgical correction of bunions seeks to address the underlying structural causes of bunions and the LapiFuse procedure is specially designed with compression technology to reduce the likelihood of recurrence (return of bunions) However, recurrence is a possibility and to reduce that risk, be sure to comply fully with all your doctor's recovery instructions.