Endoscopic Tarsal Tunnel
Do you suffer from Foot Pain, Numbness and Tingling?
Kingwood, TX, July 16, 2015 - The
podiatric surgeons at Kingwood Medical Center work with patients to
provide the best treatment options available to relieve foot pain,
numbness and tingling due to tarsal tunnel syndrome. Endoscopic
tarsal tunnel decompression is a minimally invasive foot surgery
technique used to relieve the pressure exerted on a compressed
nerve pulled across a rigid, unyielding ligament on the inner side
of the ankle that becomes inflamed, which causes it to eventually
become entrapped in scar tissue.
Podiatric Surgeon Dr. Michael Wynn said, "Kingwood Medical Center
is the only hospital in northeast Houston and one of only three
hospitals in Houston that offers endoscopic tarsal tunnel surgery.
This procedure provides relief to patients that suffer from
an entra- pment of nerves in the foot and ankle. Symptoms
may include pain, numbness, and burning sensations in the ball of
the foot and ankle that may radiate out into the toes or up the
leg. The aching or shooting pain may occur while standing or
walking, can range from mild to severe and may occur at night or in
the evening and may lead to balance issues."
"The Endoscopic Tarsal Tunnel procedure is performed via a small 1"
incision on the side of the ankle and is less traumatic to the
patient than an open technique, which required a 7-8" incision,"
said Dr. Wynn. "The technique allows for a quicker recovery and a
faster return to normal activity than traditional surgical
techniques and is performed in an outpatient setting. Most patients
can bear weight immediately after surgery and return to shoes one
week after surgery. Everyone heals differently and factors such as
age, weight, circulation and occupation contribute to
healing times. "
Carol Russell, a 70-year-old Livingston resident, had lived with an
aching leg and numbness in three of her toes in her right foot for
several years. After consulting with Dr. Wynn and completing a
nerve test and x-rays, he recommended the endoscopic tarsal tunnel
surgery. Ms. Russell said, "I felt immediate relief when I woke up
in the recovery room at Kingwood Medical Center. Three days after
surgery, when I began walking on my foot, I noticed the numbness
was gone. I gained full range of movement back in my ankle that I
had lost. I am now able to move my foot in a complete circle
without pain or discomfort and the aching in my leg has
disappeared. I would strongly recommend this surgery to others,
especially senior citizens who tend to live with foot pain and
believe it's just a part of growing old."
For patient Cheryl Maley, a 55-year-old Texas resident, the
Endoscopic Tarsal Tunnel Surgery has significantly improved her
life. "I had chronic ankle pain for four years. It was a nonstop
pain that gradually increased during the day and by nighttime, my
ankle was throbbing and aching," said Ms. Maley. "I am very active
and the chronic pain has slowed me down tremendously."
After completing a nerve study and MRI, Dr. Wynn recommended the
endoscopic tarsal tunnel surgery. Ms. Maley was very reluctant to
have foot surgery, but after learning about the fast recovery for
the endoscopic procedure, she entrusted Dr. Wynn to perform the
procedure.
"The healing process for the endoscopic procedure is minimal, and
after 5 days, I was walking as normal and felt so much better,"
said Ms. Maley. "The hospital staff is extremely professional and
very efficient. I would definitely recommend the endoscopic
procedure," Ms. Maley feels blessed that she found Dr. Wynn and
that he was able to relieve her pain.
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Dr. Michael Wynn performing Endoscopic
Tarsal Tunnel Surgery
