Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Abroad: Lithuania

We are one of the leading orthopaedic surgery clinics for medical tourists in the European Union. We are proud of the fact that over 90 % of our patients come from the UK, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, the United States, Canada and other countries.

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One of the world’s leading medical technology companies and orthopaedic implant manufacturers, Smith & Nephew, have chosen Nordorthopaedics as its exclusive partner in the Baltic States and the clinic is now a Center of Excellence for this company in the region. 
 
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Get your surgery for free by claiming a refund from your local health board. The clinic helps patients with the documents needed to claim a refund after following the EU directive route for medical treatment abroad. It applies to patients who are insured under the systems of one of the EU countries and may not get the surgery due to long waiting times. 

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One of the most important factors for a quick and full recovery after surgery is proper rehabilitation. Usually, clinics are not able to offer this due to costs savings. Our patients can choose between two inpatient and outpatient options: rehabilitation with a physiotherapist of the Lithuanian national basketball team, prof. L. Siupsinskas or rehabilitation at a medical SPA.

Our team of 5 orthopaedic surgeons has 10-20 years of experience in the field in total performing over 1.000 different orthopaedic surgeries per year. Moreover, our surgeons are members of various prestigious surgical societies both Lithuanian and international. Our leading joint replacement surgeon S. Tarasevicius is an author of 150 scientific publications in different medical journals, who has performed more than 3.500 joint replacement surgeries during 15+ years of his professional experience. 

We are one of the leading orthopaedic surgery clinics for medical tourists in the European Union. We are proud of the fact that over 90 % of our patients come from the UK, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, the United States, Canada and other countries.

One of the world’s leading medical technology companies and orthopaedic implant manufacturers, Smith & Nephew, have chosen Nordorthopaedics as Center of Excellence in the Baltic States.

We are trusted by our patients and we appreciate all the reviews and feedback collected over the years. Find more than 150 testimonials here or on Google. 

Already more than 4.000 of our former, current and future patients joined our online community with the aim to build a space for opinions and mutual support. Members are welcome to share experiences about their visit to the clinic and to discuss all surgery-related matters. No other orthopaedic clinic can offer such group support.

Being a true member of the International Society of Arthroplasty Registries, Lithuania is one of the leaders in low joint replacement revision rates, as only 9% of surgeries in Lithuania require revision in 10 years after surgery. Moreover, with the implants used at our clinic, only 2-3% of surgeries require revision in 10 years after surgery, while revision rates in some other Western countries, for example, USA, is as high as 17% in 10 years after surgery. The implants used at our clinic have been evaluated by other countries’ registries as those ensuring longest implant life, as compared to products of other manufacturers. Moreover, thanks to our active participation in collecting data for the registries, the surgical technique used at our clinic ensures best surgical outcomes.

Our clinic works according to the highest standards set by the European Union. This helps to guarantee the quality of medical services. We care about the safety, comfort and successful results of our patients from all over the world. 

The clinic helps patients with the documents needed to claim a refund after following the EU directive route for medical treatment abroad. It applies to patients who are insured under the systems of one of the EU countries and may not get the surgery due to long waiting times.

We provide customer service in 9 foreign languages including English, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Italian, Spanish, French, Russian, Polish. Everyone in our clinic speaks English, including nurses, assistants and the surgeon. 

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Being a true member of the International Society of Arthroplasty Registries, Lithuania is one of the leaders in low joint replacement revision rates, as only 9% of surgeries in Lithuania require revision in 10 years after surgery. Moreover, with the implants used at our clinic, only 2-3% of surgeries require revision in 10 years after surgery, while revision rates in some other Western countries, for example, USA, is as high as 17% in 10 years after surgery. The implants used at our clinic have been evaluated by other countries’ registries as those ensuring longest implant life, as compared to products of other manufacturers. Read more here.

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What is a hallux valgus deformity?

A bunion, in medical terminology also known as hallux valgus (in Latin: Hallux – a big toe; Valgus – bending of the joint to an abnormal position). When the big toe starts pointing inwards, it causes the bones of the foot to realign in a new position. The soft tissue and the bones then form a prominence on the medial, or inner side of the foot. In some cases, bunions can also form on the lateral, or external side of the foot too. This happens when the bones of the fifth toe are dislocated. Hallux valgus deformity does not appear out of nowhere. It actually takes a while for the bones and soft tissue to relocate, and thus, form a bunion.

When does hallux valgus deformity require surgery?

Untreated hallux valgus causes inflammation, pain, and misalignment of the toes. The symptoms often worsen when wearing uncomfortable shoes. Since the structure of the bones and soft tissue changes, bunions may also be responsible for a decreased sensation around the bunion. Fortunately, it is possible to treat hallux valgus through surgery, and thus, regain pain-free and aesthetic feet. The surgery helps to straighten the big toe, correct claw toes, and remove the ball of the foot (if one is present).

How is the surgery performed?

Hallux valgus surgeries are performed under spinal anaesthesia and deep sedation, meaning that the patient is asleep during surgery. After the foot is bandaged, the patient can be taken down to the recovery room. The heart rate and blood pressure will be monitored while waiting for the anaesthesia to wear off. Hallux valgus surgery is an inpatient procedure and the patient is discharged the following day. In more difficult cases, hospitalization may take up to 2 days.

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Recovery after hallux valgus surgery

Recovery is a crucially important part of the whole treatment. The foot is not immobilized following the surgery, thus, post-operative care includes regular changes of the dressings, wearing a night splint, and elevating the operated leg. The earliest flight home can be scheduled 5 days after the surgery.

After leaving the hospital, initial rehabilitation will take about 2 weeks. When recovering, the operated leg should be kept elevated for as much time as possible.

For pain control the doctor may recommend taking anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen or paracetamol. It is recommended to have someone to check on the patient for the first 24 hours after the surgery. The patient’s knee should be elevated for the first few days to reduce swelling. It is advised to apply ice compresses which helps to alleviate pain and promote healing.

It is recommended to avoid wetting the bandages for about 12 days. Sutures are also removed in 12-14 days.

For 4 to 6 weeks post-surgery patients have to wear forefoot decompression shoes to aid in walking. In 5 weeks patients can wear wide, soft, comfortable shoes again.

Depending on their line of work, with a doctor’s consent patients can return to a sedentary job as soon as 2 weeks after the surgery. Patients are allowed to drive from week 4. If possible, patients are advised to take one month off work to fully rest and recover.

The patients are provided with an essential exercise routine which strengthens the muscles and stabilizes the foot.

Can I have hallux valgus surgery on both feet at the same time?

It is recommended to have hallux valgus surgery on one foot at a time. If surgery has to be performed on both legs, it is recommended to wait at least 3 months to continue with the second foot. Having surgery on both feet at the same time will make the recovery and rehabilitation extremely difficult with a bigger risk of not regaining full function.