Ganglion cysts that form along the tendons and joints in the ankle and foot sometimes must be removed by surgery if the cyst does not shrink on its own or draining the cyst is not successful. During a cyst removal, the cyst is cut from the tendon or joint and taken out. Usually, the procedure is performed on an outpatient basis with local anesthesia. Recovery time and post-surgery treatment vary based on the size and location of the cyst. Nerve, blood vessel, and/ or tendon damage can occur as a result of the surgery, but this is not common. Some cysts recur.
What People Are Saying
Morningstar Holmes
“I had a very painful ingrown toenail. I put off getting it taken care of until I met Dr. Vikki. She made it so easy. The procedure was pain-free and my recovery was smooth and rapid. Dr. Vikki is very professional and compassionate. She was very knowledgeable with the latest techniques, explaining everything clearly. She […]
Paula Osburn Herron
“Most complete foot & ankle care, diagnosis, treatment &/or surgery. I know from personal experience how good Superior Foot & Ankle Care Center is, I have been a patient for many years.”
Kevin Wilcox
“Always worth the 850 mile drive to see Dr. Ornelas. The scheduling staff are so amazing too as I have to juggle other appointments around LA.”
Del Clark
Del Clark put off ingrown toenail surgery for for years. After tiring of “home surgery”, which involved scissors and tweezers, Del contacted Dr. Foley. “Surgical procedures have advanced dramatically and recovery time has also been greatly, reduced,” Dr. Foley told the reluctant Clark. The actual surgery took less than 45 minutes and Del was back […]
Nancy Kazan
Emergency room nurse and avid distance runner Nancy Kazan, was diagnosed with Morton’s neuroma. This injury makes the person feel like they’re walking on a hot rock or sock is bunched up in the ball of the foot. After non-invasive treatment failed, Dr. Foley employed a new surgery called the Kobe treatment. This minimal incision […]
Kimberly Koford
Bunions on both big toes had been bothering Kimberly Kofford for almost 20 years. She had learned to live with the pain. But when she couldn’t find a pair of shoes that fit, it was time for drastic measures. “I put off thinking about surgery for years. It’s not something you can do with young […]
James Rhoden
Long Beach native, James Rhoden, was having issues cutting his toenails. His diabetes, lack of mobility and subsequent weight gain had made this simple task extremely difficult. Dr. Foley addressed a more immediate problem on one of his first appointments. “His skin color was horrible, there was no blood in his face, he was short […]
Laura Reilly
After corrective hammertoe surgery failed to heal correctly, Terry Reilly sought out Dr. Foley’s help. “I immediately felt Dr. Foley had a grasp of my situation, “said Reilly. After getting a second opinion, Reilly scheduled surgery with Dr. Foley. For the first time in over 18 months her feet and an look great. “Sandals and […]
