Dr Brandon Nelson, A Board Certified Physician and Surgeon, Discusses the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons Consensus on Bunions
This month the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons released an updated version of statements regarding bunion deformities. It was released to look at the best available evidence, clinical practice, and clinical experience to treat bunions. As a member and Board-Certified Surgeon, I feel it is an essential tool to have in our clinical practice. I will summarize some of the important findings:
1. The bunion is a deformity that should be considered chronic, progressive, and degenerative in nature.
2. The juvenile bunion should be evaluated and managed differently than the adult.
3. Effective assessment and evaluation require and x-ray.
4. Procedural decision making for bunions should address the specific anatomy of the deformity.
5. Bunions should always be addressed with joint preserving procedures when appropriate.
This is a main summary of what was stated. Bunions continue to be a difficult pathology for patients. If you have bunion pain I am happy to help come up with a treatment plan. Give us a call at 425-391-8666 or make an appointment online today.
Sincerely,
