Has Bunion Surgery Failed You? Here Is Your Ultimate Guide to Fixing Bunions Again, The Right Way This Time!

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 [...]

By |2023-09-13T19:18:05-05:00September 13th, 2023|

Understanding Adductoplasty for Metatarsus Adductus: A Patient Overview

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 [...]

By |2023-08-24T22:30:22-05:00August 21st, 2023|

Free Seminar: Lapiplasty Bunion Correction

JCMG Podiatry invites you to a free informational seminar on the groundbreaking Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction procedure. Learn from the most experienced Lapiplasty surgeons in Missouri: Dr. McAleer and Dr. Duke. Wednesday, June 9 at 5:30pm JCMG Training Room 1241 W Stadium Blvd. Jefferson City, MO Food and drinks provided. Social distancing observed. Register: (573) [...]

By |2023-08-24T22:31:12-05:00May 27th, 2021|

Lapiplasty Patient Story: Meet Judy

With common risk factors for the development of bunions including genetics as well as wearing tight, restrictive footwear; it was no surprise to Judy (a 65 year-old retiree from Missouri) that she developed bunions on both feet. Not only do bunions run in her family, Judy spent much of her adult life in dress shoes [...]

By |2023-08-24T22:43:41-05:00June 14th, 2018|

Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: What You Need to Know

At JCMG Podiatry we see an increased number of patients dealing with acute and chronic heel pain. In some cases this pain is associated with a condition known as tarsal tunnel syndrome. Tarsal tunnel syndrome in many ways parallels carpal tunnel syndrome in the hand and wrist. The tarsal tunnel is located along the inside [...]

By |2023-08-24T22:46:08-05:00April 11th, 2018|

Ankle Sprains and Instability: How the InternalBrace™ is Reshaping Traditional Treatments

It is estimated that 32,000 people a day suffer a sprained ankle! Obviously this injury occurs most commonly during exercise and sport activities, but during the winter months when snow and ice create slippery conditions an ankle sprain can occur at any time. Unfortunately out of these 32,000 sprains 15%, or just under 5,000 people, [...]

By |2023-08-24T22:49:15-05:00January 22nd, 2018|

JCMG Podiatry Receives 2017 Best of Jefferson City Award

JCMG Podiatry has been selected for the 2017 Best of Jefferson City Award in the Podiatrist category by the Jefferson City Award Program. Each year, the Jefferson City Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive [...]

By |2023-08-24T22:50:29-05:00June 8th, 2017|

The Cartiva Implant: Synthetic Cartilage Replacement for Great Toe Joint Arthritis

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 [...]

By |2023-08-24T22:51:33-05:00April 15th, 2017|

The Lapiplasty® Procedure: Advancement and Innovation in Bunion Surgery

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 [...]

By |2023-08-24T22:53:45-05:00March 28th, 2017|