Toe Shortening Surgery
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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- toe shortening surgery – from 1.420 £
- hammertoe surgery – from 1.420 £
- mallet toe – from 1.420 £
- cheilectomy (hallux rigidus) – from 1.250 £
- hallux valgus – from 1.465 £
- all necessary tests ( x-ray performed in 1 day) – 40 £
Tests required to confirm surgery, which can be done in our clinic within 1 day: feet X-ray (standing).
Worth combining – toe shortening & eyelid surgery – from 2.280 £
- accommodation with medical care – from 62 £ per night
- consultation with the surgeon
- necessary health tests
- surgery
- implants
- anaesthesia
- hospitalisation
- 24/7 personal assistance during your stay
- transfers to / from the airport, hotel and clinic
- all documents translated to English
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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- More than 20 years of working experience
- 500 ankle prosthetics performed
- 1.000 ankle fusion surgeries
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Refund for EU patients
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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11 reasons that make us the most popular orthopaedic clinic abroad
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 1.500 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 is seen on different media mentions like: BBC News, BBC Radio, The Telegraph, MailOnline, Winnipeg Free Press, CTV News, CBC, RTE Radio, itv.
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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Our clinic uses implants based on their performance in international registries.
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 long toe and what are the symptoms?
The longest toe is most often the 2nd or the 3rd toe. Over time, excessive pressure from the shoes makes the long toe bend and deform which leads to pain, discomfort, and skin build-up (calluses and corns). The long toe also makes it very difficult to find comfortable footwear. Toe shortening is a favorable choice for those patients who wish to relieve pain and achieve a good cosmetic appearance.
How is toe shortening surgery performed?
Toe shortening is a surgery to correct the uncomfortably long toe. It is a relatively short procedure, taking about 45 to 60 minutes to complete. Since it is performed under local anaesthesia, toe shortening can be combined with other procedures, such as bunionectomy.
- During surgery, a surgeon makes a 2-3 centimeter incision in the backside of the toe.
- Depending on the desired toe length, the surgeon may remove just a part of the bone or a whole toe joint.
- The toe is then fixated with a special wire that is kept in place for another 4 to 6 weeks until the bones heal completely.
- After surgery, patients can walk with a special boot being very careful to not injure the operated toe.
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What happens after toe shortening surgery?
After surgery, patients stay in the hospital overnight. The operated foot is locally anaesthetized so the patients can rest comfortably.
When recovering at home, pain is controlled with over-the-counter pain medications, like naproxen or ibuprofen. The operated foot should be kept elevated as much as possible to minimize swelling and discomfort. Ice packs can be applied for short intervals of time to relieve pain.
How long does it take to recover from toe shortening?
Within a few days post-op, patients can start walking with a special boot being very careful to not hurt the operated toe. The bandage must be kept dry and changed every 3 to 5 days. After 4 to 6 weeks, patients come in for an X-ray scan which the surgeon then evaluates during a follow-up consultation. The wire is taken out after the toe has fully healed. At around 6 weeks post-op, patients can return to work and other everyday activities. However, it can take about 3 to 6 months until the swelling goes down completely and the toe regains full mobility.
Are the results permanent?
Toe shortening is a relatively short surgery that provides permanent results. It alleviates pain, prevents further toe damage, and gives the desired aesthetic look.
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