This video introduces minimally invasive surgery for bunions and hammertoes. The doctor demonstrates how a burr is used through a small incision to reshape bone, shift the big toe, or address a bone spur. He also describes the recovery benefits he associates with this technique, including less swelling, scarring, and pain.
Video transcript
This transcript has been lightly edited for clarity.
Today's topic is minimally invasive surgery, also called MIS or mini-incision surgery. We use this approach to correct bunions or hammertoes through a small stab incision.
We use a special device called a burr. For a bunion, we enter the bone, shave it down, shift the big toe, and remove the bump. For a hammertoe, we use a small incision to shave down the bone spur. The procedure may require only one stitch on the toe or bunion area.
The intended benefits include less swelling, little or no scarring, and less pain. This approach can be helpful for active people who want to return to work the next day, including people who have postponed surgery because they are concerned about pain or swelling.
Key takeaways
- The doctor describes using a burr through a small incision to correct bunions and hammertoes.
- Bunion correction may include reshaping bone and shifting the big toe.
- The video presents less swelling, scarring, and pain as potential benefits of the minimally invasive approach.
