Lapiplasty® Bunion Correction at Brandon, Zephyrhills, Sun City Center, Wesley Chapel, & Riverview, FL
At Total Foot & Ankle of Tampa Bay, serving Brandon, Zephyrhills, Sun City Center, Wesley Chapel, and Riverview, we provide advanced surgical options for patients with painful bunions that limit comfort and mobility. Lapiplasty offers a modern approach to bunion correction by addressing the root cause of the deformity rather than simply shaving the visible bump.
What Lapiplasty Is and How It Differs From Traditional Bunion Surgery
Lapiplasty corrects bunions in all three dimensions. A bunion develops when the first metatarsal bone shifts out of alignment at its foundation near the midfoot. Traditional procedures often focus on removing the bump at the toe joint, which does not correct this instability. Lapiplasty realigns the metatarsal bone at its base and secures it in the correct position, which restores proper foot structure.
By correcting the deformity at its source, lapiplasty reduces the risk of recurrence and improves long-term outcomes. This approach allows us to restore both alignment and stability.
How the Lapiplasty Procedure Works
During lapiplasty, we realign the mispositioned metatarsal bone and stabilize it using specialized instrumentation designed for precise correction. This stabilization allows the bone to heal in proper alignment. We correct rotation, angle, and shift simultaneously to restore natural foot mechanics.
The procedure focuses on accuracy and stability. Because lapiplasty addresses the underlying joint instability, it supports predictable healing and structural correction.
Who May Benefit From Lapiplasty
Lapiplasty may benefit patients with moderate to severe bunions who experience pain, swelling, difficulty fitting into shoes, or progressive deformity. Patients who have not achieved relief with conservative treatments such as footwear changes, orthotics, or activity modification often qualify for surgical correction.
This procedure suits active individuals who want durable correction and improved function. We evaluate foot structure, severity of deformity, and overall health to determine candidacy.
Recovery and Expected Outcomes
Recovery timelines vary by patient, but lapiplasty allows earlier weight-bearing compared to many traditional bunion surgeries. We provide a structured postoperative plan that protects healing while supporting gradual return to activity.
Patients often experience improved foot function, better shoe fit, and reduced pain once healing completes. Correcting alignment helps distribute pressure evenly across the foot during walking.