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The resources in our Austin foot and ankle surgery library are intended to help you learn more about common foot and ankle surgeries and the advanced techniques our specialists use to fix them, as well as proper treatment and follow-up care information. We regularly post articles on a range of topics that are important to you.

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Blog for Surgery

• Red Hot Chili Peppers – Foot Surgery delays start of tour
• Will my PAD lead to amputation?
• Arthritis – Not just for knees and elbows
• Jeopardy’s Alex Trebek Rupture’s Achilles tendon While Chasing Thief
• Intermetatarsal Neuroma – Dancing with the Stars, Jennifer Grey’s Surgery
• Beware of Minimal Invasive Bunion Surgery - Walking a Tight Rope
• Morton’s neuroma, conservative & surgical treatment
• David Beckham’s Achilles Rupture

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Library for Surgery:

• Different Soft Tissue Biopsy Techniques   
  A soft tissue biopsy is used to help diagnosis small samples of tissue for microscopic examination for definitive diagnosis of skin and soft tissue structures.
• How do foot fractures heal?   
  Understanding how bones heal in the foot will allow our patients to understand their diagnosis and time to heal with successful outcomes.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Foot and Ankle   
  Rheumatoid Arthritis causes inflammation of the lining of the joints in the foot and ankle which may lead to permanent joint destruction and deformity.
• Fifth Metatarsal Fracture / Jones Fracture   
  Fractures are common in the long bone on the outside of the foot in between the heel and the little toe. These injuries often require surgery & nonweightbearing
• Lisfranc Fracture/Dislocation of the Foot   
  Lisfranc Injuries are complex injuries in the foot that are often misdiagnosis in the ER. Let the experts at Austin Foot & Ankle get you on the road to recovery
• Tailor's Bunion, Bunionette   
  A Tailor's Bunion is a painful bump just below the Pinky toe located on the outside of the foot. These become very painful in shoes if left untreated.
• Bunion, Hallux Abducto Valgus   
  Advanced surgical procedures for bunion correction. Schedule a consultation with our podiatrist for more information on bunion correction & recovery techniques.
• Foot Surgery Post-op Instructions   
  Post-operation instructions for foot surgery. Contact our Austin, TX office to learn more about non-invasive surgeries that can fix your foot or ankle injury.
• The Accessory Navicular   
  The accessory navicular (os navicularum or os tibiale externum) is an extra bone or piece of cartilage located on the inner side of the foot just above the arch.
• Total Joint Replacement for the First Metatarsal   
  The ReFlexion is indicated for reconstruction of severely disabled and/or painful metatarsal-phalangeal joints resulting from osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, traumatic arthritis or failure of previous arthroplasty.
• What Is Hallux Rigidus?   
  Hallux rigidus is a disorder of the joint located at the base of the big toe. It causes pain and stiffness in the joint, and with time it gets increasingly harder to bend the toe.
• Antibiotics Information | After Surgery   
  Antibiotics are medicines that are used to fight off bacterial infections. Information about taking antibiotics after a foot or ankle surgery.
• Foot or Ankle Tumors-Ganglions-Cysts-Lipoma   
  If you discover a tumor or cyst on your foot or ankle, you should see a doctor as soon as possible. We may be able to design a plan of treatment for you.
• Ankle Stabilization Procedure   
  Learn more about how surgery that can fix your foot or ankle injury and get you back to the activities you love.
• Morton's Neuroma | Intermetatarsal Neuroma| Pain in the Ball of the Foot   
  A neuroma, or soft tissue injury, can make wearing high heels, running or even climbing stairs extremely painful. Call the Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists.
• More Information About Ingrown Toenails (Onychocryptosis)   
  Ingrown toenails occur when a portion of your toenail grows downward and injures the skin on your toes. Read on to learn more.
• Toenail Surgery: Post-Op Instructions   
  Post-operation instruction for toenail surgery. Follow these instructions, and call the Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists at 512-328-8900.
• What is a Hammertoe? What can I do to prevent it?   
  Hammertoe is used to describe an abnormal contraction or "buckling" of the toe because of a partial or complete dislocation of one of the joints.
• After-Care Instructions To Prevent Pin Tract Infections   
  Instructions for Pin care of your foot and ankle injury after treatment from the Austin Foot and Ankle specialists.

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Frequent Questions for Surgery:

• Is surgery needed for Achilles tendon pain?
  
• How do I know my Achilles tendon isn't ruptured?
  
• Can I drive after my surgery?
• Will there be any pins coming out of my foot?
• When should I not consider foot surgery?
• Should I get a second opinion before my foot surgery?

• How many stitches will be in my foot after surgery?

• Will I need to wear a special shoe after surgery?
• Will I be asleep during the surgery?
• Will my foot hurt after surgery?
• Can I walk after surgery?

• Who is best qualified to do my foot surgery?

• Will foot surgery solve my problem completely?
• Do I need to wear orthotics after foot surgery?
• Is foot surgery safe for the elderly?
• Will my hammertoes come back after surgery?
• Do flat feet cause hammertoes?
• I have a high arch, why do I have hammertoes?
• What's the most common complication of foot surgery?
• How long does it take to recover from a hammertoe surgery?

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Videos about Surgery:

• How To Decide If You Need Foot Surgery
• What is Hammertoe and How Do I Know If I Have It?

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