[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_image=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/plantar-plate-injueries-clean.jpg” parallax_method=”off” bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#ffffff” next_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” bottom_divider_flip=”horizontal”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”Plantar Plate Injuries” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”center” scroll_down_icon_color=”#ffffff” button_one_url=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/treatments” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” header_fullscreen=”off” header_scroll_down=”off” image_orientation=”center” content_orientation=”center” custom_button_two=”off” button_two_icon_placement=”right” custom_button_one=”off” button_one_icon_placement=”right” background_color=”rgba(255, 255, 255, 0)” \/][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” module_id=”first” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ custom_padding=”||0px|” prev_background_color=”#ffffff” next_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”3.2.2″][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What is a Plantar Plate Injury?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n
The plantar plate<\/em> is a small ligament that anchors your toe to the ball of the foot. Sometimes the plantar plate can become torn or ruptured, causing the toe to become elevated in its position and tender under the ball for the foot.<\/p>\n It is not uncommon to have other foot problems coinciding with this, such as a hammer toe and bunion. You may need imaging of the foot to help diagnose this including x-rays and ultrasound and occasionally an MRI scan.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What Causes Plantar Plate Injuries?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n Typically, the plantar plate is torn or ruptured through accidental injury but can also develop slowly over time due to progressive degeneration of the ligament, caused by repetitive over-use or toe abnormality, such as bunions.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item _builder_version=”3.2.2″ title=”What are the Treatment Options for Plantar Plate Injuries?” use_background_color_gradient=”off” background_color_gradient_start=”#2b87da” background_color_gradient_end=”#29c4a9″ background_color_gradient_type=”linear” background_color_gradient_direction=”180deg” background_color_gradient_direction_radial=”center” background_color_gradient_start_position=”0%” background_color_gradient_end_position=”100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” background_size=”cover” background_position=”center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” background_blend=”normal” allow_player_pause=”off” background_video_pause_outside_viewport=”on” text_shadow_style=”none” box_shadow_style=”none” text_shadow_horizontal_length=”0em” text_shadow_vertical_length=”0em” text_shadow_blur_strength=”0em”]<\/p>\n There are a number of non-surgical and surgical treatment options available to support plantar plate injuries.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, pain-relieving injections have a limited role when it comes to treating plantar plate injuries. Instead, using a DARCO toe splint can help to stabilise the toe and reduce foot pain. However, this is not a cure.<\/p>\n Orthotics can make your whole foot function better, making the best use of the foot anatomy that you have. However, they will not repair the damage to a torn or ruptured plantar plate.<\/p>\n Often surgical intervention is the best treatment for plantar plate injuries.<\/p>\n During the surgery, an incision is made on the top of the foot over the relevant toe. The metatarsal bone is cut and moved away to allow access to the plantar plate. This is then repaired and reattached to the base of the toe. This brings about good alignment of the toe. The metatarsal bone is then realigned and screwed back together.<\/p>\n If you have a hammer toe this will also be repaired, often with a temporary wire in place for 6 weeks. The advantage of this procedure is that you can fully weight bear after 48 hours in a post-op shoe and the correction tends to be solid.<\/p>\n As with any medical procedure, there are risks which Mr. Kannegieter will always thoroughly explain to you prior to your treatment, so you can be informed every step of the way.<\/p>\n The main risks following surgery are:<\/p>\n Specific complications of Plantar Plate Injury Surgery:<\/p>\n After the operation, you will be taken back to the ward and once able you should start taking your painkillers. Your surgeon will see you on the ward after the operation to answer any questions that you might have and make sure that you are fit to leave the hospital. You will be supplied with a special post-operative shoe. Crutches might be needed but this will be discussed with you beforehand.<\/p>\n You should not drive after foot surgery and should be accompanied home by a responsible adult.<\/p>\n You will also be advised of your follow up appointment date.<\/p>\n Mr. Kannegieter has years of experience treating plantar plate injuries and can advise on the right treatment plan for you.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″][et_pb_image _builder_version=”3.0.106″ src=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/plantar-plate-injueries-clean-400×284.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” force_fullwidth=”off” show_bottom_space=”on” module_class=”no-shadow” \/][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ background_layout=”light” module_class=”resources”]<\/p>\n Mr. Kannegieter has put together this useful PDF explaining what to expect from Plantar Plate Surgery.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”Download PDF here” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ title=”Download PDF here” url=”https:\/\/kannfootsurgery.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Kann-Foot-Surgery-Plantar-Plate-Injuries.pdf” url_new_window=”on” use_icon=”on” font_icon=”%%71%%” use_circle=”off” use_circle_border=”off” icon_placement=”left” use_icon_font_size=”off” background_layout=”light” module_class=”download-pdf” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)” module_class=”cta-shadow” next_background_color=”rgba(224,11,0,0)” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_height=”220px” prev_background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_cta title=”Make An Appointment To Treat Your Plantar Plate Injury ” button_url=”\/contact” button_text=”Book Now” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”#0e71b8″ background_color_gradient_end=”#04385d” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” url_new_window=”off” use_background_color=”on” background_layout=”dark” custom_button=”off” button_icon_placement=”right” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=”1″ background_color=”rgba(224,11,0,0)” _builder_version=”3.0.106″ bottom_divider_style=”slant” bottom_divider_color=”#0e71b8″ bottom_divider_height=”220px” prev_background_color=”rgba(0,0,0,0)”][et_pb_row make_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”3.0.106″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.106″ text_orientation=”center” custom_padding=”||0px|”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code admin_label=”instagram” _builder_version=”3.0.106″]\r\nNon-Surgical Treatment<\/h3>\n
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What Happens During Surgery for Plantar Plate Injuries?<\/h3>\n
Are There Risks or Side-Effects Following Surgery for Plantar Plate Injuries?<\/h3>\n
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