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Procedure · Forefoot

Bunionette (Tailor's Bunion) Correction

Bunionette correction realigns the fifth metatarsal to remove the painful bony prominence on the outside of the foot.

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Indications
  • Symptomatic bunionette unresponsive to wider shoes and padding
How the procedure is performed

An osteotomy of the fifth metatarsal shifts it into alignment, fixed with a screw.

Outpatient regional anesthesia.
Recovery timeline
  • Surgical shoe 4–6 weeks
  • Regular shoes 6–8 weeks
Potential risks
  • Recurrence
  • Hardware irritation
  • Stiffness

Conditions this procedure treats

Bunionette (Tailor's Bunion)

A bunionette is a bony prominence on the outside of the foot at the base of the small toe — essentially a bunion on the opposite side of the foot.

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Frequently asked questions

Is this same-day surgery?

Yes, it is an outpatient procedure.

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