Foot osteoarthritis surgery in Malaga

Osteoarthritis of the toes, also known as hallux, usually affects the big toe. This condition develops when the cartilage that protects the ends of the bones wears away, causing the bones to rub against each other. It is the most common rheumatic disease in older people.

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Specialists in foot osteoarthritis in Malaga

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What should I do if I have osteoarthritis in my toes?

Early diagnosis and treatment of osteoarthritis can help delay its progression and keep your feet functional for longer. It is essential to consult a specialist podiatrist in Malaga.

At Clínica Poyatos we have been helping people from Malaga to take care of their feet for over 60 years. Make an appointment and we will assess the best solution for your foot osteoarthritis. If conservative treatments are not effective, there is the surgical option to solve the osteoarthritis and improve your quality of life.

Why does osteoarthritis appear?

Osteoarthritis in the toes can be caused by several factors:

  • Advanced age: The risk increases with age, being more common after age 60. It affects approximately 30% of the population over 60 years of age.
  • Gender: Women are more likely to develop this condition
  • Genetics: There is a hereditary component
  • Previous injuries: Fractures or trauma to the feet can accelerate its appearance.
  • Joint overload: Jobs or activities that require intensive use of the feet
  • Obesity: Excess weight increases pressure on joints

Ask for a first appointment.

It is important to be assessed by a specialist podiatrist. At Clínica Poyatos we have been treating these pathologies in Malaga for over 60 years.

How to treat osteoarthritis in the feet?

At Clínica Poyatos, as a leading podiatrist in Malaga, we will carry out an effective treatment to solve your problem of osteoarthritis in the feet. The use of custom insoles helps to distribute the pressure and improve joint movements, however, when conservative treatment fails, surgical intervention is necessary.

Our patients leave foot surgery walking in a walker “boot.” They keep it on for 4 to 6 weeks depending on the surgery.

Surgery to treat osteoarthritis of the foot is an option considered when conservative treatments have not been effective in relieving pain and improving function. There are different surgical procedures depending on the severity and location of the osteoarthritis in the foot:

Types of foot osteoarthritis surgery

Arthrodesis is one of the most common procedures for treating advanced osteoarthritis of the foot. It involves the artificial fusion of the bones that form the affected joint.

For less severe cases, there is also cheilectomy, used especially on the big toe (hallux rigidus). This procedure consists of shaving the bone spur of the metatarsal, creating more space for movement of the toe. It has a shorter recovery time than arthrodesis.

It is essential to consult with our foot surgery specialists in Malaga to determine the most appropriate procedure for your particular case. The choice will depend on factors such as the severity of the osteoarthritis, your age, your level of activity and your postoperative expectations.

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Importance of Footprint Study.

Foot deformities often arise from changes in the way the foot supports and distributes the load when walking. To ensure effective and long-lasting correction, it is essential to analyze these movements and correct them through surgery when necessary.

A detailed gait study is key to identifying the exact cause of the deformity, making an accurate diagnosis and applying the appropriate treatment. Only in this way can we ensure that the surgery provides definitive results, preventing the deformity from reappearing over time.

Podiatrists in Malaga specializing in foot osteoarthritis

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Dr. Jose Carlos Poyatos Vega

Podólogo – N. 1734
Responsable cirugía del pie

  • Graduado en Podología por la Universidad de Málaga.
  • Técnico ortopédico por la Universidad Internacional de La Rioja.
  • Postgrado en Podología Deportiva por la Universidad de Barcelona.
  • Máster en Posturología Clínica por la Universidad de Barcelona.
  • Master en Cirugía del Pie por la UCAM

  • Experiencia laboral en clínica privada desde 2015.
  • Colaboración área de podología Unicaja Baloncesto ACB y cantera. 2015-2019.
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Dr. Jordi Mayral Esteban

Podólogo – N. 518
Responsable cirugía del pie

  • Diplomado en Podología en Bellvitge por la Universidad de Barcelona siendo la I Promoción años 1988- 1991.
  • Postgrado en Cirugía Podológica en el año 1993, 2ª promoción en la Universidad de Barcelona.
  • Máster en Podología Quirúrgica los años 1996- 1998, 1ª promoción en la Universidad de Barcelona.
  • Licenciado en Podología en 2003 en el Instituto Politécnico Saúde do Norte. Oporto (Portugal).
  • Post-Graduate Surgical at the Pennsylvannia College of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia (EE UU), octubre de 1997.

Desde el año 1992 ejerce como podólogo, su especialidad es la cirugía del pie y tobillo.

Además durante el periodo 1998 al 2001 ejercío la Podología en la Clínica Tres Torres en el equipo de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatológica del Dr. Ramón Viladot Pericé y Dr.Enrique Rodríguez Boronat.

Asistió dos veces en semana desde el año 1994-1999 en el Hospital de San Rafael de parte del Dr. Ramón Viladot como ayudante de Quirófano.

Ha participado como Podólogo en el equipo de Adrió Clinic en la Clínica CIMA en los años 2011-2012.

Cirujano del pie en la Clínica CIMA (Centro Internacional de Medicina Avanzada) desde febrero del 2006/2012.

Cirujano del pie en la Clínica Diagonal desde el año 2012.

Cirujano del pie en la Clínica Mayral.

Colaborador en cirugía del pie en Clínica Poyatos.

We perform foot surgery interventions in referral hospitals, guaranteeing maximum safety and advanced technology in every operation.

Our interventions are carried out in the following centers:

🏥 HC Hospital (Marbella)

🏥 HM Galvez Hospital (Malaga)

Contact Poyatos Clinic.

  • 24-hour telephone support on any of our contact numbers.
  • You can also contact us via WhatsApp and email.
  • Always make your appointment in advance to avoid unnecessary waiting.

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