Although not all bunions are painful, you might experience swelling, soreness, or inflammation along with the protruding bump of the bunion. As time goes on, it may become increasingly difficult to walk or run without pain.
A bunion won’t go away on its own, and surgery is often the best recourse. In this post, we’ll explore minimally invasive bunion surgery, including who can benefit from the procedure, what it does, and more.
Am I a Candidate for MICA Bunion Treatment?
The MICA (minimally invasive chevron akin) procedure is most effective in those who have not yet developed extensive arthritis in the joint of the big toe. You may be a candidate for this procedure if you:
- Do not have an active infection
- Are free of circulation issues
- Do not have uncontrolled diabetes
An orthopedic surgeon is the best person to accurately assess your condition and determine whether you would benefit from the MICA procedure. Learn more about the signs that you might be ready for MICA surgery in our related blog post.
What is the MICA Procedure?
Two of the most typical traditional bunion procedures are the chevron procedure and the akin procedure. MICA (minimally invasive chevron and akin) is a next-generation orthopaedic cosmetic procedure that combines the best of both strategies and is ideal for treating bunions and correcting mild to moderate big toe deformity. MICA is an innovative, technologically advanced procedure that offers patients an alternative to traditional bunion surgery.
MICA is the first surgical technique performed through the skin for correction of bunions to combine the cutting of the toe bones through small minimally invasive incisions on the skin with the benefits of the modern procedure to internally stabilize the bones.
Is Bunion Surgery Worth it?
Only you can answer that question for yourself; however, bunion surgery can provide relief from pain and make it possible to be active and enjoy life again. Because it is a minimally invasive surgery and the bones are stabilized as part of the procedure, patients are usually able to walk out of the facility and return to normal activity within a few days with no casts or crutches. Furthermore, MICA patients report much less pain and swelling, and the resulting scar looks better cosmetically.
Bunion Corrector in Toronto
Surgical Solutions Network Surgical Centre Toronto now offers MICA bunion surgery, as do Maples Surgical Centre in Winnipeg and New Westminster Surgical Centre in New Westminster.
An initial consultation with the surgeon will identify if you are a candidate for MICA and provide information on the most effective bunion treatment options to resolve your bunion symptoms.
How Much Does Bunion Surgery Cost? Do I need a referral?
As this is a private orthopaedic cosmetic procedure, there is no need for a referral from a family doctor. All consultation, surgical, and follow-up fees are covered in the total cost of the procedure. To learn more about financing and payment information, read our Financing page.
Discover if MICA Bunion Surgery Is Right for You
Imagine getting back to your favourite activities a few days after surgery! To find out if MICA is right for you or to contact us today or call (888) 888-4250.