Want to show off the best fall boots this season? Have you been browsing the holiday sales, trying to figure out which looks would actually fit your feet? From riding boots to styles in suede, the 2025 boot trends are looking lovely, with slouchy styles, moto boots, and equestrian-inspired looks popping up all over this year's runways. (We love these trends for their lower heels and roomy toe-boxes, much less likely to pinch your feet and make bunions worse.) But if you want to fit them comfortably, and haven't dealt with that bony bump beneath your big toe, now's the time to book your bunion surgery with Dr. Alvin Cowans, your minimally invasive foot surgery podiatrist in Powder Springs. (Also serving the communities of Marietta, Smyrna, Mableton, Kennesaw, Austell, Dallas, Hiram, Acworth, and Lithia Springs.)
You see, in order to restore the smooth profile of your foot, you'll need to surgically correct the shifting bones that caused a bunion to form. And, if you want to do so without facing an extended recovery, you can ask us about minimally invasive bunion surgery, a procedure that corrects the problem with smaller incisions and an easier recovery period.
Why Choose Bunion Surgery
Of course, surgery isn't the only way to deal with a bunion: there are also non-invasive options. When the bunion is relatively small, you can relieve some pressure and pain by padding the bump. We can also fit you for custom orthotics designed by our podiatrist to remove mechanical pressure from your feet and help prevent an existing bunion from getting bigger. If you’ve been searching for a custom orthotics podiatrist who can create supportive, comfortable inserts tailored to your foot shape, Dr. Alvin Cowans and our team are here to help you walk—and shop—pain-free.
Now, these options are quite effective, but they can only keep your bunion from getting worse; they can't reduce its size after it has formed. So, if you're hoping to show off the latest fall boot styles this year, it’s time to come into the office for a consultation regarding Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) for bunion correction. But why would some people choose this approach over traditional, open surgery? Here’s what you need to know!
Benefits of Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery
When you choose to treat your bunion with open surgery, the procedure will be effective and the results stable and long-lasting. However, your procedure will be formed with a larger incision, and surgical implants may be used in order to maintain stability in your foot bones. As such, your recovery following surgery may take some time. And some scarring may be visible once your incision site heals.
In contrast, if you choose to schedule a bunion surgery using an MIS procedure, the advanced surgical technique allows for a faster recovery period when compared to open surgery. Furthermore, any scarring you experience after your procedure will be minimal. And if you're worried about your timeline for return to work, school, or your regular schedule of activities? Well, rest assured: downtime following MIS surgery is minimal. In fact, in as little as three weeks, you could be cleared for full activities, leaving thoughts of your procedure—and your bunion—well behind you!
How to Schedule a Minimally Invasive Bunion Removal in Powder Springs, GA
Even though Minimally Invasive Surgery offers a reduced recovery period following bunion removal, not everyone is a candidate for this type of procedure. As such, we provide all bunion patients with a comprehensive consultation before proposing any kind of surgical treatment. That way, whether we recommend open or minimally invasive bunion surgery, we'll know that you're getting the right procedure to meet your needs. Often, a traditional surgical approach will be more appropriate for patients with severe bunion deformities or those also dealing with joint damage from arthritis. If you’re experiencing stiffness or pain, our team focuses on finding relief for foot arthritis and ankle arthritis, helping you regain comfort and mobility even when bunions or arthritis have affected your daily life.
Now, if we do recommend an MIS treatment approach, what can you expect from your post-operative recovery period? We will certainly suggest resting after your procedure. We'll also give you instructions designed to reduce any swelling, when to ice your foot, how to protect your toe mobility, and other suggestions meant to optimize your recovery. Plus, while your recovery period will be faster than what you'd expect with open surgery, we will still expect you to keep weight off your feet for a certain period of time following the procedure. So be sure to factor that into your considerations when deciding when to book your fall bunion surgery.
Schedule Your Surgery Today for Effective Bunion Relief this Fall
Are you still worried about scheduling your surgical bunion removal? Do you still have concerns about MIS that are causing you to delay scheduling a procedure? Consider this fact: if you schedule MIS bunion removal today, you can start browsing for the best fall boots, in-store or online, secure in the comforting fact that you'll be able to fit them comfortably this season and beyond. (As long as the styles don't change too dramatically next season, that is.)
So, if you want to expand your existing shoe collection, fitting comfortably into new and old favorites, now is the time to reach out to our office and request a consultation. After all, we schedule surgeries well in advance. And before we can get you on the schedule, we'll need to complete a comprehensive exam to determine your best treatment approach.
