Calcaneal (Heel) Osteotomy

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Osteotomy is the removal of an anatomically defective bone fragment and its reattachment in the desired position, that is, surgical transection of the bone. Calcaneal osteotomy is a surgical procedure performed to correct deformities in the heel bone (calcaneal).

This surgical procedure, which is performed to correct deformities in the heel bone, is performed under general anesthesia or spinal (epidural) anesthesia. This surgery takes between 1 and 2 hours.

The heel bone is a bone that is of great importance in walking. Under normal conditions, the heel bone should be located under the tibia. However, in some cases, the heel bone may be bent to the outside of the foot. The shape of the bone may change due to factors such as blows to the foot, abnormalities in the heel bone and joint disorders.

Deformities in the heel bone cause foot deformities, joint diseases, flat feet, severe pain and walking problems. Calcaneal osteotomy surgery is preferred in individuals with severe pain and deformities.

This surgical procedure, which involves the controlled fracture and realignment of the heel bone, is performed under general anesthesia or spinal (epidural) anesthesia. The surgical procedure takes between 1 and 2 hours.

Individuals stay in the hospital for 2 or 3 nights after surgery. After the surgery, the operated foot may be put in a cast, or it may be fitted with a foot corset, special boot, or splint. There may be swelling in the foot after the surgery. For this reason, it is important for individuals to rest by positioning their feet above heart level. Individuals should use a walker or crutches to avoid stepping on their feet or bearing weight for 6 to 12 weeks after surgery. Bone healing takes 6 to 12 weeks, so materials that keep the ankle stable, such as plaster and splint, can be left after these weeks and special boots can be worn. Performing the movements prescribed by the physiotherapist to regain foot and ankle functions and strengthen the muscles in the ankle positively affects the recovery period.

Although stepping on the feet with special boots is allowed after 6 to 12 weeks, full recovery takes between 6 and 12 months.

• Correct and proper use of prescribed medicines is highly important
• Individuals should use a walker or crutches to avoid putting pressure on their operated feet while walking
• After 6 or 12 weeks, patients can start walking with weight on your feet using special boots
• The operated foot should be positioned above heart level and rested to prevent swelling
• It is important that foot and ankle muscle strengthening exercises are performed by a physiotherapist
• Strenuous activities and work should be avoided for 6 to 9 months
• The wound area should be kept clean and dry to prevent infection and healthy wound healing

The heel bone should be below the tibia bone in its normal alignment. In some individuals, a blow to the heel bone causes flat feet, ankle deformity, joint damage and walking problems. These problems also affect the daily lives of individuals. After calcaneal osteotomy, deformities in individuals are corrected and joint damage is treated. In this way, individuals get rid of pain and walking disorders. Individuals can continue their lives in a healthy way after the surgery and the recovery period.

The Calcaneal (Heel) Osteotomy cost varies depending on the healthcare provider, orthopedist’s experiences, surgery method, situations of disorder and location where treatment is performed.

As Prospero Medical, we offer affordable Calcaneal (Heel) Osteotomy in Turkey. To learn more about the Calcaneal (Heel) Osteotomy, please contact us for a free quotation.