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bunionectomy includes shortening calf muscle?

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Kuchen2016
Kuchen2016

I consulted a top surgeon about my mobility/stability issues which I believe are caused by pain from a severe bunion and changes to my foot. He explained that the surgery would include shortening my calf muscle. I was too shocked to question him about it but am increasingly uneasy. Has anyone heard of this?

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  • moira34394
    moira34394 Kuchen2016

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    Hi, my bunion surgery included an op to lengthen my calf muscle. The shortened muscle had apparently caused the bunion in the first place, so I would check what is planned. It was no big deal. Keyhole at the back of the knee, big bandage for 2 weeks.
  • dee20632
    dee20632 Kuchen2016

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    Hi

    Have you found out why they are shortening your calf muscle?  I would really like to know.  I have had the Bunion surgery done twice.  This last time my knee keeps going out .  It has to be something to do with everything they did.

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