An introduction to cosmetic foot surgery

The foot is a complex structure with 26 bones, more than 30 joints, along with tendons, nerves, and skin that all have to work together to allow walking and running without pain. To make a healthy, functional foot look better cosmetic foot surgery is performed. Learn more about this type of plastic surgery on the foot.

The foot

Overview
The human foot is a strong and complex mechanical structure that bears the weight of the body and allows locomotion.
Because of its position and location each foot is vulnerable to injury and infection, and may be affected by congenital malformations and disease. Cosmetic surgery for the foot
Although orthopedic and reconstructive surgery are often performed on the foot for a variety of reasons such as arthritis and fractures, cosmetic foot surgery can also be done on a healthy, functional foot just to make it look better.

Reasons for cosmetic surgery

The basics
People, especially women, may want their feet to look better, especially when wearing open shoes or sandals or just walking with bare feet.
Some foot problems can also cause pain and discomfort, which bring people to consult a foot surgeon. Bunions
One of the most common reasons for foot surgery is the presence of bunions.
A bunion is a bone deformity caused by an enlargement of the joint at the base and side of the big toe causing it to rub against footwear.
They are usually treated conservatively by wearing carefully-fitted footwear and protective padding.
However, when these do not relieve pain and there is progressive misalignment of the toe, a bunionectomy, or a bunion removal surgery, may be done to remove the bunion and realign the toe. Hammertoe
A hammertoe is a bending of the toe at the first joint of the digit usually involving the second through fifth toes.
It is usually formed due an abnormal balance of the muscles in the toes.
A podiatrist (foot doctor) will usually advise non-surgical treatment unless there is extreme rigidity, pain and discomfort. Other reasons for cosmetic surgery
Other indications for foot surgery with cosmetic reasons are for the removal of corns, ingrown toenails, fungal infection of the toenails, big toe straightening, toe slimming and shortening and removal of other lesions. Final word
One should be well informed before undergoing any surgical procedure.
A cosmetic procedure that is done on a healthy foot brings with it some risks just like any other forms of surgery.
Usually, the bunions, hammertoes, lesions and corns cause a level of pain and discomfort, and surgery to enhance the functionality of your feet that must be the primary goal of treatment.
Reference: Mybadfeet.com