Dr Daniel Nunes

17/01/2022

Do you have Bunions? Learn What They Are, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment.

What is a bunion? A bunion is a bump that forms on the outside of the big toe. This foot deformity occurs from years of pressure on the big toe joint (the metatarsophalangeal/MTP, joint). Eventually, the toe joint gets out of alignment, and a bony bump forms. Who might get a bunion? Bunions are more...

03/01/2022

Learn more about the benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Minimally invasive surgery has become increasingly common across all medical specialities and the field of orthopaedics is no exception. New research and technologies have led to improved methods of many orthopaedic surgical procedures What is Minimally Invasive Surgery Minimally invasive surgery re...

20/12/2021

Learn about how to Care for a Foot Fracture.

Bone fractures in the foot and ankle can happen to anyone, at any time. Seeking treatment for fractures is very important in order to ensure healing takes place as quickly as possible. A fracture refers to an injury or break to the bones. There are many types of fractures, ranging from small hairlin...

07/12/2021

What is a Flatfoot, and is it a Concern?
Did you know that all babies have flat feet at birth. Arches typically form by age 6. About 2 out of 10 children still have flat feet as adults. Explore more:

All babies have flat feet at birth. Arches typically form by age 6. About 2 out of 10 children still have flat feet as adults. What are flat feet? Having flat feet, also known as collapsed or fallen arches, is a condition where one or both feet have little to no arch. When you stand, [...]Read More....

14/05/2021

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05/05/2021

An ankle replacement as the name implies is a procedure for ankle arthritis when the ankle joint has worn out all of its cartilage resulting in a painful and stiff ankle that greatly impacts the patient’s activities of daily living. For many individuals, a return to an active lifestyle is our goal following this surgery. Learn more about an Ankle Arthroplasty (replacement) and the recovery. https://bit.ly/2RlqG2B

28/04/2021

Minimally invasive surgery refers to any surgical procedure that is performed through tiny incisions instead of a large opening. This type of surgery offers patients several benefits such as smaller incisions, faster recovery times, reduced pain, and scarring. In specific cases, minimally invasive surgery also offers a higher accuracy rate compared to traditional open surgery. Learn more about Minimally invasive surgery: https://bit.ly/3vmcOnx and how the surgery is done. http://drnunes.co.za/educational-videos/

21/04/2021

A Hammer toe foot is a condition in which the toe has an abnormal bend in the middle joint. A hammer toe is usually caused by wearing ill-fitting shoes or an anatomical failure. It often affects the toe next to the big toe but may affect all the lessor toes.

The affected toe may be painful or hard to move and may develop corns or calluses.

Treatment can include wearing roomier shoes and using shoe inserts or pads. Surgery might be required.

Learn more about LESSER TOE SURGERY and what to expect. https://bit.ly/3mSEdKH

14/04/2021

Did you know ill fitting shoes could give you toe deformities? Wearing tight, narrow shoes might cause bunions or make them worse. Bunions can also develop as a result of the shape of your foot, trauma, genetic predisposition or a medical condition, such as arthritis and gout. Learn more about KEYHOLE MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY and how we can help you. https://bit.ly/3deIZij

11/02/2021

What is keyhole bunion surgery?
Learn the major advantages of keyhole minimally invasive surgery.
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09/07/2020

If you require medical care, Morningside MediClinic is here for you.