Baltimore Ravens linebacker Elvis Dumervil decided to have surgery on his foot to ensure that he will be ready for the 2016 season. His surgery took place immediately after the regular season ended. Dumervil admitted that he was not performing to his full potential last season due to the foot injury. Dumervil has not practiced at all this offseason, but he expects to be ready in time for training camp.  

Foot surgery is sometimes necessary to fix a foot ailment. To learn more, one of our podiatrists of Dr. Kane & Associates, P.C. Our doctors can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

When Is Surgery Necessary?

Foot and ankle surgery is generally reserved for cases in which less invasive, conservative procedures have failed to help with the problem. Some of the cases in which surgery may be necessary are:

• Removing foot deformities like bone spurs and bunions
• Severe arthritis that has caused bone issues
• Cosmetic reconstruction

What Types of Surgery Are There?

The type of surgery you receive will depend on the nature of the problem you have. Some of the possible surgeries include:

• Bunionectomy for painful bunions
• Surgical fusion for realignment of bones
• Neuropathy decompression surgery to treat nerve damage

Benefits of Surgery

Although surgery is usually a last resort, it can provide more complete pain relief compared to non-surgical methods and may allow you to finally resume full activity.

Surgical techniques have also become increasingly sophisticated. Techniques like endoscopic surgery allow for smaller incisions and faster recovery times.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact one of our offices in Westland, MI. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

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