Foot and Ankle Surgery

Foot pain and discomfort in the ankle restrict every step – whether caused by an injury, chronic overuse or wear and tear. The Foot Surgery Department at Zuger Kantonsspital covers the full range of conservative and surgical treatments for the foot and ankle.

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What is foot and ankle surgery?

Foot and ankle surgery is a sub-speciality of orthopaedics and traumatology. It treats conditions, injuries and deformities affecting the foot, ankle and toes – ranging from osteoarthritis and hallux valgus to tendon and ligament problems, as well as sports injuries and their consequences. The aim is to relieve pain and restore mobility and the ability to bear weight in everyday life.

Your treatment process

We begin with a thorough assessment: we record your symptoms, carry out a clinical examination of your foot and ankle, and use imaging techniques where necessary. Many conditions can be treated conservatively – for example, with orthotics, physiotherapy or targeted injections.

If surgery is advisable, we will discuss the options with you and select the most gentle and appropriate procedure. Following the procedure, we will support you throughout your post-operative care, helping you return to your everyday life step by step.

Why choose Zuger Kantonsspital?

As a Kantonsspital, we are close to the people we treat – both geographically and in terms of personal contact. With us, you as a patient, with your specific concerns, are at the centre of our attention, and you can count on the professional expertise and personal commitment of our staff. Short distances, reliable points of contact and continuous care are just as much a matter of course for us as professional expertise of the highest standard.

Services

Treatment of congenital and acquired deformities of the feet and ankles
Forefoot corrections (hallux valgus, hammer toes, other toe deformities)
Nerve compression syndromes of the foot (e.g. Morton’s neuroma, tarsal tunnel syndrome)
Treatment of acute and chronic injuries, fractures or osteoarthritis of the foot and ankle
Non-surgical and surgical treatment of conditions and injuries affecting the Achilles tendon
Treatment of acute and chronic ankle instability
Arthroscopic procedures on the ankle joint
Treatment of overuse syndromes of the feet
Foot surgery assessments and treatments for acute and chronic pain in the feet and ankles
Consultations on simple and complex foot surgery conditions

Further Information

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is surgery on the foot or ankle necessary?

Many conditions can be treated conservatively, for example with orthotics, physiotherapy or injections. Surgery is only considered if these measures prove insufficient or if a deformity, instability or fracture makes it necessary. We will make this decision together with you.

What conditions does foot surgery treat?

Conditions treated include, amongst others, hallux valgus, osteoarthritis of the ankle, tendon and ligament injuries, deformities, as well as sports injuries and their consequences. This also includes complex injuries resulting from accidents.

Do I need to be admitted to hospital for foot surgery?

It depends on the procedure: many foot operations can be carried out on an outpatient basis, whilst more extensive or complex procedures require a short stay in hospital.

Do you also treat sports injuries to the foot and ankle?

Yes. Sports injuries such as torn ligaments, tendon injuries or stress fractures are all part of the range of treatments we offer – including targeted follow-up care to help you return to everyday life and sport.