Go Feet: Dr. Stuart W. Honick

Don’t Let Bunion Pain Ruin And Limit Your Life

Fix The Root Cause And Get Back On Your Feet Quickly In A Walking Boot

“It did not take as long as I had anticipated to feel better and to live just as I had, if not better, than before.” - April, Lapiplasty patient

Bunions are more than a bump. A common misconception is simply an overgrowth of bone that can be “shaved off”. In reality, a bunion is a complex, 3D deformity caused by an unstable joint in the middle of the foot which allows the metatarsal bone to drift our of normal alignment.

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Bunions are a progressive disorder and do not go away on their own without surgical correction. Conservative treatments such as bunion pads/splints, toe spacers, orthotics, and wider toe-box shoes can help alleviate pain; but will not fix the problem. However, Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction can effectively treat bunions of all seventies.

Bunions are a 3D problem. While 87% of bunions are 3D problems with abnormal rotation of the metatersal bone, the

Stuart W. Honick, D.P.M., P.T. Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Diplomate American Board of Podiatric Surgery Board Certified In Foot Surgery

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392 N. White Horse Pike Suite # 2 Hammonton, NJ 609.704.9001

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majority of bunion surgery is only 2D and fails to secure the root case-an unstable joint. When all three-dimensions of a bunion are not addresses, there is 12X likelihood it will recur. That’s why Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction was developed; to give patients a better outcome.

How it works

• Returns entire bone to normal alignment; a 3D correction • Fixes the root cause of the bunion; an unstable joint • You’ll be on your feet in a boot, in many cases, within 2 weeks

What should I expect in terms of recovery?

One Lapiplasty benefit, that our patients consider a “game changer” when it comes to recovery, is the ability to quickly bear weight in a boot. Although timepoints and doctor’s orders vary based on each patient’s specific condition, a typical recovery timeline is detailed below. Be sure to ask your doctor what your particular recovery protocol will look like to align your expectations.

For more information about Lapiplasty, call our office today at 609-704-9001 and we will be happy to explain more details!

Dr. Stuart W. Honick

Diplomate American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Board Certified in Foot Surgery

Dr. James R. Williamson

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common circulatory system problems affecting individuals of all ages is venous insufficiency, also known as “Venous Reflux Disease”. This occurs when one-way valves in the leg veins begin to fail and become leaky. This causes blood to pool in the legs and can lead to the development of large protruding legs veins, known as varicose veins. It can also cause a variety of painful or uncomfortable symptoms in the affected legs. Some of the most common of these symptoms are leg pain, leg fatigue and heaviness, swelling and skin itching. In severe cases, this can lead to permanent defects in the appearance and integrity of the skin and even the development of wounds, called venous leg ulcers.

It is estimated that 20 to 40 million Americans suffer from venous insufficiency. Both men and women are affected. The most common risk factors are occupations that require standing, a family history of varicose veins, pregnancy, being over weight and increasing age. However, some affected individuals do not have any of these risks. The diagnosis of venous reflux disease is made with physical examination and painless Doppler ultrasound testing.

Advances in treatment now make relief of the symptoms and appearance of varicose veins possible without the need for hospitalization or painful vein stripping surgery. For some people, wearing special venous support stockings will help control symptoms. However, when stockings alone are not sufficient, or when individuals require a more permanent solution to varicose veins, new minimally invasive office procedures can often be used to cure venous reflux disease and its symptoms. One of the most effective treatments for venous reflux disease is the Closure Procedure, which treats the abnormal veins with radiofrequency (RF) energy. The RF energy is delivered through a device called a catheter that is inserted into the diseased vein. This causes the vein to close down, essentially removing it from the circulation. The body then redirects the blood into the normal leg veins. This eliminates the venous reflux, markedly relieving the symptoms and often improving the appearance of the varicose veins as well. The procedure is performed in a comfortable office setting and takes about 30 minutes. There are usually no incisions or sutures. General anesthesia is not required. Patients typically experience minimal discomfort and are able to return to

Varicose Veins:

Not Just a Cosmetic Problem

their usual activities in about a day or two. The Shore Vascular & Vein Center, in Somers Point, is the region’s premiere vascular and vein care center. Dr. Gosin has over 25 years experience in successfully treating thousands of patients with varicose veins. They are one of New Jersey’s leading centers in performance of the Closure® Procedure as well as other vein procedures, including microphlebectomy and sclerotherapy for spider veins.

If you are experiencing signs or symptoms of varicose veins and venous reflux disease, Dr. Jeffrey Gosin of Shore Vascular & Vein Center is available to help. Call (609) 927-3030 to schedule a consultation.

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Dr. Jeffrey Gosin is a graduate of University of Pennsylvania and Jefferson Medical College. He completed his General Surgery Residency and an accredited fellowship in Vascular Surgery at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. He is Board Certified in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery. Dr. Gosin is a fellow of The American College Shore Vascular & Vein Center / Aesthetic Laser Center of Surgeons and a member of The Society for announces enlighten™, the newest, most complete solution available anywhere for laser tattoo removal. Vascular Surgery, The Society for Clinical Vascular Surgery, and numerous other national surgical and vascular societies. enlighten™ is the most advanced laser system available for safe and effective tattoo removal. It is the world’s first laser system to combine both picosecond and nanosecond technology with dual wavelength lasers. This allows individualized treatment of all colors of ink and skin types for Frequently asked questions about varicose veins: the fastest, most complete laser tattoo removal ever available. Q: What causes varicose veins? The “Pico” Difference Lasers remove tattoos by delivering high energy over a very short period of time A: Varicose veins are usually caused by to break up ink. Inks of different types, colors and depth can provide significant diseased valves in legs veins, called venous challenges to remove. It has been shown that shorter duration pulses are more reflux disease. effective in completely removing tattoos than longer duration pulses. Our new enlighten™ laser can deliver energy at picosecond intervals. A picosecond is Q: Will varicose veins get worse over one trillionth of a second. This is one thousand times shorter than prior lasers for tattoo removal. Picosecond, sometimes referred to as “pico,” lasers have been shown to remove tattoos more completely and with fewer treatments, than with time? A: As venous reflux is present for a long lasers used in the past. time, the appearance of varicose veins

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