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Why Choose Dr. Lamm for Your Brachymetatarsia Surgery

High Volume of Revision Cases

50% of Dr. Lamm’s patients for brachymetatarsia treatment are revision cases, which means they have already experienced unsuccessful surgery elsewhere.

20+ Years of Experience with 5,000+ Surgical Brachymetatarsia Cases

Choose an expert with decades of experience and thousands of successful brachymetatarsia procedures.

Cosmetic Results with Functionality Restored

Dr. Lamm doesn’t sacrifice function for length, ensuring the toe joint and foot function as they should. Through his research, publications, and lectures, he emphasises that long-term success goes beyond just cosmetic improvements.

Developed Brachymetatarsia Device

Because there was no device on the market to properly treat brachymetatarsia, Dr. Lamm developed his own. The device lengthens the bone and restores toe length, while protecting the joint. This preserves motion and function, which is often not considered in other practices.

Created the Lamm Brachymetatarsia Classification

Previously, there were no classifications for brachymetatarsia, even though cases vary by complexity. Creating this system allows for a better understanding of the condition with a more personalized approach.

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Brachymetatarsia: An Overview

Brachymetatarsia is a congenital deformity (random genetic mutation) or birth defect that results in more than one metatarsal and toe being short on the same foot. There is typically a shorter toe that sits higher than the neighboring toes, situated higher on top of the foot. Of the 300 brachymetatarsia patients Dr. Lamm studied, he found the fourth toe to be the most commonly affected, with 50% of cases having the condition in both feet.

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I’ve dedicated years to researching brachymetatarsia, publishing peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, speaking at international meetings, and authoring new literature—most notably developing the first formal classification system for brachymetatarsia. This work has allowed me to define and advance treatment standards in an area that was previously poorly understood. Brachymetatarsia is truly my specialty, and I take great satisfaction in delivering successful, life-changing outcomes for my patients.

— Dr. Bradley Lamm

Risks of Leaving Brachymetatarsia Untreated

If left untreated, brachymetatarsia can cause excessive callouses, hammer toe, balance issues, difficulty wearing shoes, bunion deformities, and discomfort.

Brachymetatarsia Treatment Success Stories

Find out how Dr. Lamm’s brachymetatarsia surgeries change lives.

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Brachymetatarsia FAQ

What causes brachymetatarsia?

Brachymetatarsia is a random genetic mutation, without a hereditary component known to be linked. However, in Dr. Lamm’s patients and studies, he found specific toe growth plates to be active when patients are very young, but the toe growth plate stops growing as the patient becomes an older child. Other toes continue growing, while some do not.

How common is brachymetatarsia?

Brachymetatarsia has been reported as 1 in less than 1,000 to 1 in 2,500 births. 30% of Dr. Lamm’s patients have bilateral brachymetatarsia.

Which toe is usually affected by brachymetatarsia?

58% of 300 brachymetatarsal patients studied by Dr. Lamm had the condition inflicted on their fourth metatarsals (toe).

Can I walk after brachymetatarsia surgery?

Yes, you can walk directly after brachymetatarsia surgery, but you must wear a brachymetatarsia surgical shoe. It is padded to ensure comfort.

Can I have bunions and brachymetatarsia at the same time?

Yes, a bunion can be present in combination with brachymetatarsia and has been seen in (41%) of patients in Dr. Lamm’s study. It is common that Dr. Lamm corrects the bunion and the brachymetatarsia together in the same surgery.

What surgical techniques does Dr. Lamm use for brachymetatarsia correction?

Dr. Lamm uses an external fixation device for brachymetatarsia lengthening. He does not recommend implant-only techniques for brachymetatarsia. He has treated many failed cases involving implants, which often do not provide adequate length and can lead to infection, loosening, or chronic pain.

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