Point guard BenoUdrih of the Miami Heat underwent successful surgery for his foot injury, and is out for three months. Udrih tore his plantar plate in the game against the Indiana Pacers in late February, and will be out for the rest of the season. Josh Richardson will take Udrih’s place after Udrih served as Goran Dragic’s substitute.

Foot surgery is sometimes necessary to fix a foot ailment. To learn more, see Dr. Jordan Rachlinof New York. Our doctor will treat your growing feet in addition to other podiatric-related needs.

When Is Surgery Necessary?

Foot and ankle surgery is generally reserved for cases in which less invasive, conservative procedures have failed to help with the problem. Some of the cases in which surgery may be necessary are:

●     Removing foot deformities like bone spurs and bunions

●     Severe arthritis that has caused bone issues

●     Cosmetic reconstruction

What Types of Surgery Are There?

The type of surgery you receive will depend on the nature of the problem you have. Some of the possible surgeries include:

●     Bunionectomy for painful bunions

●     Surgical fusion for realignment of bones

●     Neuropathy decompression surgery to treat nerve damage

Benefits of Surgery

Although surgery is usually a last resort, it can provide more complete pain relief compared to non-surgical methods and may allow you to finally resume full activity.

Surgical techniques have also become increasingly sophisticated. Techniques like endoscopic surgery allow for smaller incisions and faster recovery times.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Monroe, NY. We offer the newest diagnostic tools and technologies to treat your foot and ankle needs.

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