This patient is one year post-op left foot triplane bunion correction and is so pleased with the results cosmetically and functionally. She is pain-free and doing all the activities she loves without difficulty.
The longstanding anatomic correction that can be achieved with Lapiplasty 3D bunion correction is unbeatable. (Left side x-rays pre-op and right side post-op.)
*Photos posted with written release from patient.
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