If you or a loved one needs foot or ankle surgery, help is within reach at Precision Foot & Ankle Center in West Bloomfield, Michigan. Board-certified podiatrist Dr. Angela Jacob, DPM, D.ABFAS, FACFAS, offers advanced minimally invasive surgery for the lower extremities to restore musculoskeletal functioning, mobility, and your quality of life. Call her office to schedule a consultation or use the online booking feature today.
Minimally invasive surgery at Precision Foot & Ankle Center uses advanced technology and techniques to remove or repair tissues in your feet or ankles. Dr. Jacob performs numerous minimally invasive procedures under local anesthesia using small incisions, both in the office and within local surgery centers.
The main benefits you can expect when choosing minimally invasive surgery at Precision Foot & Ankle Center include:
Dr. Jacob may use an ankle scope — a thin, lighted tube with a camera attached — to complete minimally invasive surgery. You can usually go home the same day as your surgery.
Some reasons you may need minimally invasive surgery include:
Some foot and ankle injuries heal over time with home remedies or physical therapy, but other times, minimally invasive surgery is the best way to ensure damaged tissues heal properly.
To determine which minimally invasive surgery you may need, Dr. Jacob reviews your symptoms, lifestyle, and medical history. She checks your vital signs, completes a physical exam, and may order tests such as X-rays, ultrasound, or MRI before customizing your treatment plan.
During minimally invasive foot or ankle surgery, you receive medicine to avoid pain and help you relax. Dr. Jacob makes a tiny incision to remove, repair, or replace tissues using innovative technology and techniques. She then closes the incisions and has you rest in a recovery area.
After the procedure, you might need a bandage, brace, cast, or crutches. Follow your post-surgery instructions by taking medications if asked, getting plenty of rest, and slowly easing into physical activity as directed by Dr. Jacob. Attend all follow-up appointments, as well as physical therapy sessions.
To learn more about minimally invasive surgery at Precision Foot & Ankle Center and find out if it’s right for you, call the office or schedule an appointment online today.