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Foot and Ankle Surgery

medical tourism Foot and Ankle Surgery

Foot and ankle surgery, addressing conditions like bunions, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendon injuries, and arthritis, has gained significant attention within the realm of medical tourism. Patients seeking cost-effective yet high-quality care are increasingly traveling to countries such as India, Thailand, Mexico, and Turkey, where they can access advanced orthopedic treatments performed by highly skilled surgeons. These destinations offer state-of-the-art facilities equipped with cutting-edge technology, ensuring successful outcomes for procedures like joint replacements, fracture repairs, or ligament reconstructions. Medical tourists benefit not only from reduced costs—often 50-70% lower than in their home countries—but also from shorter wait times and personalized treatment plans.

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Foot and Ankle Surgery

Foot and ankle surgery addresses chronic pain, deformities, and injuries through advanced orthopedic techniques. These procedures restore mobility, relieve pain, and correct structural issues, helping patients return to an active lifestyle.

Common Conditions Requiring Surgery

  • Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
  • Achilles Tendon Tears
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Plantar Fasciitis (Chronic Cases)
  • Fractures (Ankle, Heel, Metatarsal)

Types

1. Minimally Invasive Procedures

  • Arthroscopic Ankle Surgery (For cartilage damage)
  • Percutaneous Bunion Correction (Small incision)

2. Reconstructive Surgeries

  • Ankle Replacement (Arthroplasty)
  • Fusion Surgery (Arthrodesis)
  • Ligament Reconstruction

3. Trauma & Fracture Repair

  • ORIF (Open Reduction Internal Fixation)
  • External Fixation (Severe Fractures)

Who Needs?

Indications for Surgery:

  • Severe pain unresponsive to conservative treatment
  • Progressive deformity (e.g., flatfoot, hammertoes)
  • Instability causing frequent falls

Procedure & Recovery

  • Duration: 30 min – 3 hours (varies by complexity)
  • Anesthesia: Local, spinal, or general
  • Recovery Timeline:
    • 2-6 weeks (Non-weight bearing)
    • 3-6 months (Full recovery)

Advances

  • 3D-Printed Custom Implants
  • Laser-Assisted Techniques
  • Biologic Healing Enhancers (PRP, Stem Cells)