Dr. J.P. McAleer

Hey, Let's Talk Bunions... Again So, you had bunion surgery and thought you were done with the whole ordeal, but your bunion decided to make a comeback. Well, don't lose hope. I'm here to talk about an exciting and effective method called Lapiplasty. This could be the solution you've been looking for! First Off, What [...]

Metatarsus Adductus is a common foot deformity, and can affect approximately 30% of patients with painful bunion deformities. It involves the inward curvature of the forefoot that can cause difficulties in walking and may lead to other complications if left untreated. Adductoplasty, a surgical procedure, has become a viable solution for correcting this condition. This [...]

The first metatarsal phalangeal joint, also referred to as the great toe joint, is subject to intense forces created through a combination of body acceleration and weight. Walking, running, plyometrics and cutting motions directly influence the stress and strain exerted on this compact joint. Damage can occur with repeated trauma throughout a lifetime which can [...]

A bunion is a bone prominence at the great toe joint which makes shoe fit and wear difficult due to irritation and pain. Bunion reduction surgery aims to alleviate this pain and realign the forefoot. 330,000 bunion surgeries take place in the United States annually. Interestingly, there are no standardized systematic approaches to the correction [...]

It is human nature to lament for what has since past and to revel in the memories of our life experiences and milestones. With maturity and experience come the unfortunate side effects of time. This, for many, has ignited a desire to recapture our youth. This desire is expressed in many different ways. For some [...]

Persistent ankle pain can limit activity and disrupt the ability to comfortably carry out the most simple activities of daily living. The severity of symptoms can vary from individual to individual. Causes for generalized ankle pain and impingement can include 1) joint damage, 2) damage to the ankle joint capsule and 3) ligament and tendon [...]