TOE SHORTENING

TOE SHORTENING SURGERY IN TURKEY

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Long toes are usually a genetic condition. It occurs because the big toe's metatarsal is shorter than second metatarsal of the second toe. The long toes are the most common genetic problems and also known as Morton’s Toe. Individuals with long toe problems feel discomfort and pain when wearing shoes, and the pain is usually concentrated in the big toe and nail area.
The surgery of toe shortening surgery is shortening of the second toe, which is usually long, so that it does not exceed the big toe; it is a minimal invasive procedure. Also, this surgery includes removing excess bone and tissue. The local anesthesia, sedation, epidural or general anesthesia can be preffered for this surgery. According to the local anesthesia or sedation the surgery can be last for approximately 3 hours.
Long toes, in addition to their physical symptoms, also cause aesthetic appearance problems. Surgery can be planned after a physical examination for individuals who are uncomfortable with their appearance along with their physical symptoms.

WHO ARE THE ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES FOR TOE SHORTENING?

Long toe is a genetic and common disorder generally known as the second toe on the foot being longer than the big toe.
Long toe causes symptoms such as tenderness and discomfort when wearing shoes, and pain in the toes and nails. Apart from these, it may also cause symptoms such as irritation and redness. If it is not examined and treated in the long term, it may cause dislocation of the metatarsal bone, callus formation on the sole of the foot, and conditions that impair foot functions, such as hammer toe.
Apart from physical discomfort, people may experience problems such as self-confidence and anxiety because it also causes aesthetic appearance impairment.
This surgery can be planned for individuals with the above-mentioned symptoms after a physical examination.

HOW IS THE PROCEDURE OF TOE SHORTENING SURGERY?

It is a minimally invasive surgical procedure performed under local anesthesia (regional anesthesia), sedation (mild anesthesia), epidural (spinal) anesthesia or general anesthesia and an aesthetic appearance is achieved by shortening the long toe by removing excess bones and tissues.

RECOVER PERIOD AFTER THE TOE SHORTENING IN TURKEY

Usually patients stay in the hospital for 1 night. With its main diameters, the healing time is 6 weeks. Returning to normal activities can usually take from 2 weeks to 3 months, depending on the severity of the deformity. However, in simple cases of finger shortening, healing can occur within 2 weeks.
However, it should not be forgotten that people's general health conditions vary depending on the severity of the deformity, the surgery method applied, age and smoking.

POST-OPERATIVE KEYPOINTS OF TOE SHORTENING

• Correct use of prescribed medications
• Avoiding gaining too much weight
• Using walking aids
• Physical activity practice under doctor supervision
• Receiving therapeutic exercise support
• Starting physical therapy
• Use of toilet seat risers
• Installing a handle for use in the bathroom
• Getting help from a seat in the shower
• Preferring shoes with a design that does not require bending for long periods of time
• Keeping the wound area clean and dry

THE BENEFITS OF HIP REPLACEMENT OPERATION IN TURKEY

Long toes cause physical symptoms and psychological problems. Individuals with long toes often develop a tendency to hide their feet and may experience loss of self-confidence.
Among the benefits of this surgery, individuals regain their self-confidence thanks to the relief of pain and irritation and the aesthetic appearance of their feet.
Thus, after this surgery, individuals' psychological and physical quality of life improves.

HOW MUCH DOES TOE SHORTENING COST IN TURKEY?

Cost for toe shortening surgery generally vary depending on the severity of the toe deformation, the experience of the surgeon performing the operation, the region where the surgery will be performed and the healthcare provider.