Surgeries & Treatments

We strive to restore your foot & ankle function using the the least invasive treatment possible so you can get back to on your feet. Dr. Henry uses both nonoperative treatments and surgeries to get you back to doing what you love. These are just some of the procedures Dr. Henry specializes in.

  • total ankle replacement (arthroplasty)

    Ankle Replacement

    Total ankle replacement (arthroplasty), which removes arthritic surfaces of the ankle joint and replaces them with metal and plastic implants to improve pain and mobility.

  • Achilles tendon

    Achilles Repair

    Repair or reconstruction of the Achilles tendon due to trauma or chronic wear-and-tear.

  • ankle fracture (broken ankle) with plates and screws

    Ankle Fracture Repair

    We treat fractures (breaks) of the ankle routinely using both nonoperative and operative techniques (open reduction internal fixation). Common fractures include the tibia, fibula, medial malleolus, posterior malleolus, and lateral malleolus.

  • torn ankle ligaments (ATFL, or anterior talofibular ligament, and CFL, or calcaneofibular ligament)

    Ankle Stabilization

    Repair and reconstruction of torn ligaments in the ankle, commonly the ATFL (anterior talofibular ligament), CFL (calcaneofibular ligament), AITFL & PITFL (anterior and posterior inferior tibiofibular ligament), and Deltoid ligament.

  • ankle arthroscopy using minimally invasive cameras in the ankle joint

    Arthroscopy

    Arthroscopy is a minimally-invasive way to treat problems of the foot and ankle using small cameras to fix problems in the joint.

  • bunion deformity (or hallux valgus) of the foot

    Bunion Correction

    Correction of bunion (hallux valgus), which is the bump on the inside of the big toe that causes pain with shoe wear and walking.

  • irritated and inflamed cartilage in the ankle joint (osteochondral defect)

    Cartilage Repair

    Treatment of cartilage injuries (including osteochondral fracture, cartilage injury, and osteochondritis dissecans). Dr. Henry uses biologic agents along with surgical treatment to promote healing.

  • arthritis of the first Metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint, or hallux rigidus

    Cheilectomy (Hallux Rigidus)

    Cheilectomy is a common treatment for arthritis of the big toe joint, also known as hallux rigidus or 1st metatarsophalangeal (MTP) arthritis. Cheilectomy refers to removal of the bone spurs at the arthritic, stiff joint.

  • deformity of the ankle and hindfoot

    Deformity Correction

    Deformity, or malalignment, is a common problem in the foot and ankle. Treatment to correct/straighten the deformity can reduce pain and improve function.

  • flatfoot, or loss of arch of the foot

    Flatfoot Correction

    Flatfoot has many names (posterior tibial tendon insufficiency, adult-acquired flatfoot deformity, progressive collapsing foot deformity) that all describe the foot turning out and the arch collapsing. We have many effective strategies to treat this surgically.

  • x-ray with screws across fusion sites

    Fusion (Arthrodesis)

    Fusion (or arthrodesis) is a technique of uniting two bones together across the joint. This is a common method to treat deformity or arthritis of the foot and ankle.

  • lisfranc injury of the midfoot

    Lisfranc Repair

    Lisfranc injuries can be treated with a variety of techniques, depending on the extent of the injury. Dr. Henry will review your injury with you and recommend the optimal patient-specific treatment plan.

Through a joint decision-making process, we may recommend surgical treatment if we believe the potential benefits outweigh the risks. For patients with chronic (long-term) conditions, the decision for surgery may come after a period of nonoperative treatment, including shoewear changes, orthotics (shoe inserts), ankle/foot braces, physical therapy, medication, activity optimization, and injections. You will discuss this in your consultation with Dr. Henry.