What is minimally invasive surgery?
Minimally invasive surgery is performed using a tiny incision that only needs a few stitches or, in some cases, none.
Dr. Pero uses specialized instruments that are narrow enough to fit through a tiny incision and relies on ultrasound imaging or real-time X-rays to see the targeted tissues and guide the surgical instruments.
Minimally invasive surgery offers distinct health benefits, including:
- Less post-surgery pain
- Less swelling
- Ability to walk right after surgery
- Reduced risk for infection
- Reduced risk for blood clots
- Faster recovery with less downtime
- Ability to return to work sooner
- Minimal to no scarring
- Local anesthesia instead of general anesthesia
Minimally invasive surgery causes significantly less trauma to the surrounding tissues compared to open surgery.
What foot conditions are treated with minimally invasive surgery?
Dr. Pero performs minimally invasive surgery whenever possible. However, he routinely uses a minimally invasive approach when treating:
- Achilles tendonitis
- Achilles tendon rupture
- Bunions
- Hammertoes
- Plantar fasciitis
- Plantar warts
- Ankle fractures
- Morton’s neuroma
- Metatarsal fractures
- Osteoarthritis
- Plantar fibromas
- Toe fractures
- Flat feet
- Over-pronation
- Hyperpronation.
When deciding about the type of surgery to perform, Dr. Pero explains all your options, considers the severity of your foot condition, and recommends the approach that’s best for your health.
What specialized minimally invasive procedures might I receive?
In addition to minimally invasive surgery to correct deformities and repair bones, nerves, tendons, and ligaments, Dr. Pero has extensive experience performing today’s most advanced and specialized procedures, such as:
HyProCure® procedure
Dr. Pero performs a HyProCure procedure by placing a stent inside the natural space between your foot bones. The device treats misaligned feet and flat feet by stabilizing the foot and supporting the arch.
Tenex™ procedure
After inserting the Tenex device through a small incision and placing it directly at the targeted tissues, Dr. Pero activates the device and it sends out ultrasonic energy. The energy breaks down scarred and damaged tissues on tendons and ligaments.
TenJet™ procedure
Dr. Pero places the TenJet at the damaged tissues and then uses a high-velocity saline spray to eliminate diseased tissues.
MiniBunion™ system
To treat a bunion, Dr. Pero implants a small miniBunion device that restores stability to the deformed toe joint.
PROstep™ minimally invasive surgery
The PROstep uses a specially designed rotating burr to treat bunions, hammertoes, and arthritis in your big toe. The burr causes less damage compared to other instruments.
If you have questions about minimally invasive foot surgery, call Integrative Foot and Ankle or use the online booking feature to schedule an appointment.
