Early weightbearing of the Lapidus bunionectomy: is it feasible?
The Lapidus procedure should no longer be considered a strict nonweightbearing bunionectomy. In the past few years, several studies have emerged demonstrating that early weightbearing after a Lapidus fusion is indeed possible with satisfactory fusion rates. This is mainly because of improved fixation techniques available today, which have allowed for better stabilization of the fusion site. Surgeons should still properly indicate patients for early weightbearing protocols.
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, 1650 Grand Concourse, 7th Floor, Bronx, NY 10457, USA. nealblitz@gmail.com
Neal M
NM
Blitz
D001860:Bone Plates; D004434:Early Ambulation; D006215:Hallux Valgus / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease / Q000517:prevention & control; D019637:Orthopedic Procedures / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D018579:Patient Selection; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D016474:Weight-Bearing