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• posted: Mar. 31, 2026
• Bunion Surgery

Bunions can gradually affect foot structure, comfort, and daily movement. At Pivotal Foot and Ankle Surgeons in St. Joseph, MO, serving Kansas City, Parkville, and Platte City, patients often seek Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2026
• Bunion Surgery

Bunions are a common foot condition that can cause discomfort, pain, and difficulty walking. For many patients, surgery becomes the best option when conservative treatments like orthotics or footwear modifications Read More

• posted: Sep. 26, 2025
• Bunion Surgery

Bunions may start as a small bump on the side of the big toe, but over time they can become a major source of discomfort. Shoes that once fit comfortably Read More

• posted: May 30, 2025
• Bunion Surgery

Bunions have a way of creeping into daily life, starting with a bit of discomfort and gradually becoming a persistent source of pain. For some people, they remain a mild Read More

• posted: May 08, 2025
• Bunion Surgery,  Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery

Bunions, the painful bony bumps that develop at the base of the big toe, can make everyday activities like walking or wearing shoes uncomfortable. While non-surgical treatments such as orthotics Read More

• posted: Apr. 30, 2025
• Bunion Surgery

Bunions can cause significant discomfort, making it difficult to walk, wear shoes, or enjoy daily activities. While non-surgical treatments can provide temporary relief, bunion surgery offers a long-term solution to Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2025
• Bunion Surgery

If you look along the inside edge of your foot, you may see a bony bump jutting out from the edge of your big toe. The bump you’re looking at Read More

• posted: Jun. 28, 2024
• Bunion,  Bunion Surgery

Bunions can be unsightly and cause a great deal of pain. In some cases, you may not be able to wear shoes comfortably. As you may know, foot problems can Read More

• posted: Mar. 14, 2023
• Bunion,  Bunion Surgery

At Pivotal Foot And Ankle Surgeons, Dr. Ross Bartley and Dr. Russell Grimes are here to help when you need foot surgery. One common surgery we perform is a bunionectomy. Read More

• posted: Dec. 27, 2022
• Bunion Surgery,  Bunions

Bunions are a common condition, especially as people age. Often, bunions are caused by improperly fitting shoes that don’t provide adequate support. Orthotics and different shoes may provide relief, but Read More

• posted: Jun. 14, 2022
• Bunion Surgery

Learn more about bunion surgery and what makes someone a good candidate. You’ve been dealing with a bunion for a while now, and you’re starting to notice how much pain and Read More

• posted: Jan. 21, 2022
• Bunion,  Bunion Surgery

How bunion surgery from your podiatrists in St. Joseph, Kansas City, and Independence, MO, can help you when you have bunions. If you suffer from bunions, you already know how they Read More