Quick recovery without a cast

Revive Your Stride,

Bunion-Free.

  • Address pain that impacts your daily life
  • Return to shoes that fit
  • Fix unattractive foot deformities
  • Untreated bunions often get worse

13+ Unique Implant Options

4D Advanced

Bunion Surgery

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  • Address pain that impacts your daily life
  • Return to shoes that fit
  • Fix unattractive foot deformities
  • Untreated bunions often get worse

Harvard Trained Orthopedic Surgeon.

Christopher Gross, M.D.
I recently saw six week x-rays in a patient and those results are looking better than previous patients with other systems. What does that mean for the patient? The foot looks better aligned when using LapiLock 4D than other
3D bunion correction systems.
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Christopher Gross, M.D.
I recently saw six week x-rays in a patient and those results are looking better than previous patients with other systems. What does that mean for the patient? The foot looks better aligned when using LapiLock 4D than other 3D bunion correction systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions.

One of the primary objectives of our bunion correction systems is to minimize a patient’s downtime post-surgery without the need for a cast. The actual time to limited weight-bearing in a C.A.M. boot can vary, but it could range between 2-6 weeks or longer, as directed by your surgeon.

A primary goal of our bunion correction systems is to offer patients the possibility of comfortably wearing a broader range of shoe styles. It’s essential to make informed choices regarding shoe sizes and styles to prevent potential pain and deformities that can occur even in normal feet. For more guidance on proper footwear, consult your doctor.

Our bunion correction systems require fewer open incisions than other bunion correction methods, aiming for quicker healing and minimal scarring. They are specifically designed to mitigate the risk of 2nd metatarsal fractures, a common issue with several bunion correction techniques. The systems avoid mechanisms that can exert undue pressure on the 2nd metatarsal bone. The LapiLock bunion correction system offers both plantar (downward) and dorsal (upward) flexion, granting surgeons enhanced control for optimal bunion correction outcomes.

4D Advanced Bunion Correction.

Fusion Orthopedics 4D Advanced Bunion Correction includes MiniLock, a minimally invasive approach and LapiLock, a mechanically guided system to fix your bunion. These two systems gives your surgeon options to correct your bunion.

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The MiniLock system features two distal screws, ensuring maximum stability of the capital fragment. Additionally, the design incorporates self-compressing slots in select plates, offering an enhanced compression factor. To further optimize the stability, a targeted proximal anchor screw is integrated. This design element significantly reduces torsion and pistoning, thus maximizing the stability in the proximal region.

Choosing LapiLock by Fusion Orthopedics for bunion treatment is about prioritizing long-term well-being and mobility. Patients often seek more than just a cosmetic fix; they want a solution that addresses the root cause. LapiLock’s 4D Advanced Bunion Surgery provides this by ensuring comprehensive toe realignment and joint stabilization. The procedure focuses on the unstable cuneiform joint, a key factor often missed in traditional surgeries. With its 13+ tailored implant options, LapiLock is designed to cater to individual needs, offering both aesthetic improvements and functional recovery. For patients aiming for lasting relief and a return to pain-free movement, LapiLock emerges as the clear choice.

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The Process to Fix My Bunion.

Step 1Request A Consultation
Step 2Surgery
Step 3Get Back On Your Feet

bunions by the numbers

1 in 3 People.

1 in 3 people have a bunion to some degree*
Find out how Fusion Orthopedics can help you today. Bunions are more
than ugly uncomfortable bumps on the side of your foot. Bunions are common,
yet complex genetic deformities that frequently get worse over time.

Get the Best Bunion Solution.

Work with your doctor to select the bunion correction solution that is right for you.

The MiniLock’s minimally invasive approach allows for alignment and maximum stability of the capital fragment causing the bump on your foot. The construct fuses the joint to help prevent recurrence.

The patented 4D Advanced Bunion Correction by Fusion Orthopedics provides realignment and 13+ unique implant options for bunion surgery depending on surgeon preference and patient needs.

Bunion Surgery, for the Right Reasons.

Before & After Bunion Surgery.

What Patients Are Saying.

We love what patients have to say about the doctors!

"Dr Maling is fantastic. He is knowledgeable, personable and listens to your concern. Without hesitation I'd recommend everyday. No nonsense, friendly and functions successful with all the craziness life brings."
Sandy Smith
Mesa, AZ
"Great Doctor! My first visit he knew exactly what the issue was. Had surgery and did a great job. Very easy to talk to and answers every question that is easy for a person to understand ... I would highly recommend him to anyone."
S. Pletsch
Morris, IL
"Couldn’t have asked for a better podiatrist! Dr. Wehrli is extremely caring, patient and delivers quality care as does his staff! I hate people touching my feet, but I trust Dr. Wehrli and his staff with mine 110%."
Sara B.
Palm Desert, CA

Patient Notice: The Fusion Orthopedics surgeon locator is a directory of known foot and ankle specialists most often not trained by Fusion Orthopedics on the MiniLock or LapiLock 4D Advanced Bunion Surgery ™.  Above are publicly available reviews of certain surgeons on the locator and are not reviews of Fusion Orthopedics, MiniLock or LapiLock. Patients listed in these reviews are not affiliated with Fusion Orthopedics and may not have received any Fusion products. Fusion Orthopedics is not advocating that you utilize any particular surgeon, and encourages you to make an independent determination regarding the qualifications and suitability of a surgeon. 

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