Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction in Maryland
Traditional bunion surgery (osteotomy) often focuses on shaving or shifting the bony bump. Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction is an advanced technique that addresses the root cause of most bunions: an unstable joint that allows the first metatarsal bone to drift and rotate out of position. The surgeons at Foot Centers of Maryland are trained in this procedure and offer it to patients in Baltimore, Glen Burnie, Timonium, and Reisterstown, MD.
Request an AppointmentHow Lapiplasty Differs from Traditional Bunion Surgery
- 3D Correction: Lapiplasty does not just push the bone inward. It also corrects the abnormal rotation and elevation of the bone, returning it to its natural position.
- Addressing the Root Cause: By stabilizing the unstable joint at the base of the first metatarsal, the risk of the bunion coming back is lower than with many conventional techniques.
- Stable Fixation: Specialized titanium plates secure the corrected bone, often allowing an earlier return to weight-bearing in a protective boot.
Who Is a Candidate for Lapiplasty?
Lapiplasty is an excellent option for patients seeking a long-term solution with a lower chance of recurrence. It may be right for you if:
- You have a moderate to severe bunion
- Your bunion causes pain that limits your activities or shoe choices
- Conservative treatments such as shoe changes, padding, and custom orthotics have not provided relief
- Your foot shows instability or rotational deformity at the big toe joint
What to Expect from the Procedure
Before surgery, your surgeon will review X-rays and your health history and explain the procedure in detail. Lapiplasty is performed as an outpatient procedure. Using specialized instruments, the surgeon rotates the metatarsal into proper alignment in all three planes and secures it with titanium plates. Your surgeon will discuss anesthesia and preparation steps with you during your consultation.
Recovery and Benefits
- Early Weight-Bearing: Many patients are able to walk in a protective boot sooner than with older fusion methods.
- Reduced Recurrence: Correcting the unstable joint significantly lowers the chance of the bunion returning.
- Return to Shoes: Most patients progress to comfortable shoes over several weeks, with full activity in a few months.
Lapiplasty is one of several procedures offered through our foot and ankle surgery services. Your surgeon will help you decide which approach fits your foot and goals.
Lapiplasty FAQs
What is Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction?
Lapiplasty is a bunion procedure that corrects the misaligned bone in three dimensions and stabilizes the unstable joint at the root of the bunion.
How is Lapiplasty different from traditional bunion surgery?
Traditional surgery often cuts and shifts the bone in two dimensions. Lapiplasty also corrects rotation and secures the unstable joint, lowering the risk of recurrence.
Will I be able to walk after Lapiplasty?
Many patients can begin walking in a protective boot within days to weeks after surgery, depending on their surgeon’s instructions.
How long is recovery after Lapiplasty?
Most patients return to comfortable shoes within several weeks, with a full return to activities over a few months.
Is Lapiplasty right for every bunion?
Not always. It is best suited for moderate to severe bunions with joint instability. Your surgeon will evaluate your foot to recommend the best procedure.
Will my bunion come back after Lapiplasty?
Because Lapiplasty addresses the root cause, the risk of recurrence is significantly lower than with many traditional techniques.
Is Lapiplasty an outpatient procedure?
Yes. Lapiplasty is typically performed on an outpatient basis, so most patients go home the same day.
Schedule a Lapiplasty Consultation
Find out if Lapiplasty is the right long-term solution for your bunion. Call (410) 844-4700 - Overlea Office , (410) 844-4700 - Mercy Office , (410) 844-4700 - Reisterstown Office , (410) 844-4700 - Glen Burnie Office or (410) 844-4700 - Lutherville Office or request a consultation at our Overlea, Mercy, Glen Burnie, Lutherville, or Reisterstown office.