About Midfoot Fracture And Or Dislocation Surgery
Key Highlights
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Restores precise anatomical alignment of the foot's arch and joints.Prevents long-term complications like post-traumatic arthritis and chronic pain.Uses child-specific implants and techniques to accommodate future bone growth.Essential for preserving normal foot development and gait in a growing child.Enables a return to high-impact activities and sports after full recovery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Displaced or unstable fractures of the navicular, cuboid, or cuneiform bones.
- Lisfranc joint complex injuries with significant ligament disruption or dislocation.
- Open fractures where bone has broken through the skin.
- Injuries causing severe deformity, loss of the foot's arch, or compartment syndrome.
- Failure of non-surgical treatment (casting) to maintain acceptable alignment.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation with X-rays, and often a CT scan, to assess fracture pattern and displacement.
- Medical clearance to ensure the child is fit for anesthesia and surgery.
- Discussion of the surgical plan, implants, and recovery expectations with the family.
- Fasting as instructed by the anesthesiologist, typically for 6-8 hours before surgery.
- Arranging for post-operative support at home, including crutches or a wheelchair.
Risks & possible complications
- Standard surgical risks: infection, bleeding, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve or blood vessel injury, potentially causing numbness or circulation issues.
- Stiffness, chronic pain, or complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
- Hardware irritation, requiring a future minor procedure for removal.
- Non-union (bone fails to heal) or malunion (bone heals in poor position).
- Growth disturbance or development of post-traumatic arthritis in the future.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial period in a non-weight-bearing cast or splint for 6-8 weeks to protect healing.
- Strict elevation of the foot to control swelling and pain management as prescribed.
- Transition to a walking boot and gradual weight-bearing as guided by the surgeon, often around 8-12 weeks.
- Physical therapy to restore strength, flexibility, and normal walking pattern (gait training).
- Gradual return to sports and activities, typically after 4-6 months, with full recovery taking up to a year.
- Regular follow-up X-rays to monitor healing and bone alignment.
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Typical hospital stay: 2-4 days
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Expected recovery time: 4-6 months for return to sports; up to 12 months for full maturation of healing
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering midfoot fracture and or dislocation surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for midfoot fracture and or dislocation surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 120 Thousand – 350 Thousand | 2-4 days | ~ 4-6 months for return to sports; up to 12 months for full maturation of healing | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 420 Thousand – 1.23 Million | 2-4 days | ~ 4-6 months for return to sports; up to 12 months for full maturation of healing | Know More |
Pooja Sharma is a cheerful 8-year-old...
Pooja Sharma is a cheerful 8-year-old who loves dancing and playing football with her older brothers. Her life changed when she jumped off a playground swing and landed awkwardly, feeling an immediate, sharp pain in her foot. Initially thought to be a bad sprain, the swelling and bruising worsened. An X-ray at her pediatrician's office revealed a complex Lisfranc injury, a dislocation and fracture in the midfoot. Dr. Rao, the pediatric orthopedic surgeon, explained that due to the joint displacement, surgery was necessary to realign the bones with plates and screws, preventing long-term arthritis and deformity. Pooja was terrified of surgery and cried about missing her dance recital. The procedure went smoothly, but she spent a week in a non-weight-bearing cast, feeling frustrated and isolated. With her family's support and video calls with her dance teacher, her spirits lifted. After six weeks, she transitioned to a walking boot and began physical therapy. Three months post-op, she was walking normally and has recently started gentle dance exercises. Her emotional journey was one of initial fear and sadness, transformed into resilience and a newfound appreciation for her body's strength.
Pediatric Orthopedics for Midfoot Fracture And Or Dislocation Surgery
Explore experienced pediatric orthopedics who regularly perform midfoot fracture and or dislocation surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 14 Years Experience
- Pediatric Orthopedics
Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Ghaziabad
- 23 Years Experience
- Pediatric Orthopedics
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 8 Years Experience
- Pediatric Orthopedics
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata