Calcaneus & Navicular Surgery: 6 Indications & When It's Needed
Surgery on the calcaneus (heel) and navicular (midfoot) bones treats:
- Calcaneal Fractures: High-energy trauma (falls, MVCs); realign/stabilize fragments.
- Navicular Fractures: High-energy injuries; often need surgery for alignment/healing.
- Calcaneal Spurs: Bony growths causing pain; removal relieves symptoms.
- Navicular Tarsal Coalition: Fusion of navicular/calcaneus causing pain/stiffness; separation restores function.
- Osteoarthritis: Degenerative joint disease; severe cases need cartilage removal/realignment.
- Soft Tissue Injuries: Tendon ruptures, ligament tears around these bones.
Surgery recommended when conservative care (rest, ice, meds, PT) fails. Decision by foot/ankle surgeon based on condition severity.
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