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The Lapidus Bunion procedure which was first described in 1934 has been re-invented with 3D rotation of the 1st metatarsal and now marketed as the LapiplastyTM procedure  


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See the below X-rays for the difference in hardware between Lapidus and LapiplastyTM ​
​which are achieving the same outcome:
Lapidus
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LapiplastyTM 
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IMPORTANT: No Bunion Surgeon should ever offer only one surgery for bunions. Different Procedures are indicated pending imaging and clinical appearance of your foot. This is not a one procedure fits all deformity. 
*Indications for a Lapidus or LapiplastyTM Procedure:
Large IM (intermetatarsal angle)
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Hypermobile 1st Ray
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Atavistic Cuneiform 
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The Lapidus or LapiplastyTM Procedure Can Have Dramatic, Positive Outcomes
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Dr. Thomas reports "The Lapidus or LapiplastyTM procedure has worked great in my patients in the past who were candidates for the surgery. However, only a small percentage of bunion patients I see require this more invasive fusion surgery, In order to achieve fusion and decrease risk for non-unions I prefer the Lapidus procedure with compression compared to the LapiplastyTM given less operating room time, hardware, and potential complications. This is different for each surgeon as I have colleagues who tell me their patients do well with the LapiplastyTM procedure."
Some of the common complication of the Lapidus (or LapiplastyTM) Bunion Procedure:
- Large, thicker scars
- Nerve entrapment
- Residual post op swelling
- Stiffness, decreased range of motion
- Gapping between the big toe and 2nd toe (Hallux Varus)
- Increased surgery and anesthesia time
Complications (note Not Dr. Thomas' Patients)
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Video of LapiplastyTM Procedure (courtesy of Treace Medical)
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