Our Los Angeles Surgical Expert Developed the Minimally Invasive AMI-BUNIONETTE™ Procedure to Help Patients Recover Faster and With Less Discomfort

A bunionette is a small bony bump on the outside of the foot at the base of the little toe. Similar to a bunion, which affects the big toe, a bunionette involves the misalignment of metatarsal bones in the forefoot. As the bones shift out of place, the little toe leans toward the other toes, causing the joint at its base to stick out. Other than being unsightly, a bunionette might not cause many symptoms initially, but over time, it can become red, swollen, and painful, making standing or walking more difficult.

Are unattractive or uncomfortable bunionettes forcing you to change your routine? Though conservative methods may provide some relief, getting rid of a bunionette for good requires surgical correction.

At Khosroabadi Institute, renowned podiatric surgeon Dr. Alireza Khosroabadi, DPM, uses his exclusive minimally invasive AMI-BUNIONETTE™ procedure to help patients get back to their busy schedules with minimal pain, scarring, and downtime. Here’s what you should know about bunionettes and Dr. K’s revolutionary technique.

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Bunionette Causes, Risk Factors, and Conservative Care

A bunionette may be caused by genetics, meaning foot issues like this run in your family, or by wearing shoes that are too small, too tight, or have narrow, pointed toe boxes. Though both men and women can develop bunionettes, they’re most common among women, particularly those who frequently wear high heels. In addition to the narrow, pointed toe boxes, the height and angle of high heels push the toes forward into a position where they're under significant pressure.

Switching to shoes with wider toe boxes, padding the affected area with over-the-counter bunion cushions or “sleeves,” and applying an icepack for 10 to 20 minutes at a time, as needed, are simple, conservative treatments that can help relieve minor bunionette pain and discomfort. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication such as Advil (ibuprofen) or Aleve (naproxen) and corticosteroid injections from your doctor can manage pain and reduce inflammation.

NETTE™: A Revolutionary Surgical Technique Developed

Conservative methods may help relieve discomfort, but eliminating a bunionette requires skilled surgical correction to realign the fifth metatarsal bone (the long bone on the outside of the foot that connects to the little toe). While it can take six or more weeks to resume regular activity after a traditional bunionette surgery, Dr. K’s cutting-edge AMI-BUNIONETTE™ procedure can help patients get back on their feet much faster and with significantly less discomfort.

The advanced minimally invasive method allows Dr. K to realign the bone and smooth its edges, effectively “removing” the bony bump while making just a 5mm incision. The result? Minimal pain and swelling, and little to no unsightly external scarring or painful internal scar tissue. Also, as an outpatient procedure, no overnight hospital stay is required. Patients can usually go home a few hours after surgery and resume activities within a week.

The AMI-BUNIONETTE™ technique is designed to prevent even stubborn bunionettes from coming back. However, we still encourage patients to wear properly-fitting shoes with roomy toe boxes for optimal foot health.

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The thought of foot surgery might be scary, but when you learn about Dr. K's minimally-invasive technique for correcting bunionettes, you'll be relieved to know there's little scarring and only a few days of downtime. Schedule an appointment in Woodland Hills—or meet Dr. K for a virtual consultation—to find out if AMI-BUNIONETTE™ bunionette surgery is an option for you. Make an appointment in our Woodland Hills office or schedule a virtual consultation from outside California to find out if we can help you. Contact us online or call 877-FOOT-911 today to learn about your options.

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