Children's foot & ankle surgeries

Foot & Ankle Surgeries for Children Provided by Pediatric Foot & Ankle

Common Children's Foot and Ankle Surgeries We Offer

At Pediatric Foot & Ankle, our goal is to correct the deformity, relieve the pain, and restore the function of your child’s foot. Some of the surgeries we provide include:

  • Foot Fracture Surgery: This surgery is performed to repair a broken bone in the foot using pins, screws, plates, or wires.
  • Achilles Lengthening Surgery: This surgery is done to lengthen a tight Achilles tendon that causes toe walking, flat feet, or heel pain.
  • Pediatric Bunion Surgery: This surgery is used to remove a bony bump at the base of the big toe that causes pain and difficulty wearing shoes.
  • HyProCure Surgery: This surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that inserts a titanium stent into the ankle joint to correct flat feet and improve alignment.
  • Pediatric Flat Foot Reconstruction Surgery: This surgery is done to reconstruct the arch of the foot using bone grafts, screws, plates, or implants.
  • Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction – Lapiplasty is an advanced 3D bunion correction technique tailored for teens and adolescents by leading pediatric podiatrist Dr. Jarman. Get long-lasting bunion relief in as little as 6 weeks.
Dr. Korab (left), Dr. Jarman (middle), and Dr. Kemp (right)

Dr. Jarman: A Leading Pediatric Podiatrist and Master HyProCure Surgeon

Dr. Mikkel Jarman is a pediatric podiatrist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children’s foot conditions. He has extensive training and experience in performing various foot and ankle surgeries for kids, including fracture repair, tendon lengthening, bunion removal, flat foot correction, and arch reconstruction.

In addition to his credentials, Dr. Jarman has earned the prestigious title of “Master HyProCure Surgeon” awarded in June 2020. This means he is one of the few surgeons in the world who have successfully performed over 100 HyProCure surgeries on children with flat feet. HyProCure is a minimally invasive procedure that inserts a titanium stent into the ankle joint to correct flat feet and improve alignment.

If you are looking for a skilled and experienced pediatric foot surgeon for your child, look no further than Dr. Mikkel Jarman at Pediatric Foot & Ankle.

Children's Foot Surgeries Offered at Pediatric Foot & Ankle

Foot Fracture Surgery

Foot fracture surgery repairs a broken bone in your childs the foot. The surgery sometimes involves plates, screws, or pins to hold the bone in place while it heals.

Achilles Lengthening Surgery

Achilles lengthening surgery treats tightness or contracture of the Achilles tendon in children. This tendon connects the calf muscle to the heel bone, and when it is too tight, it can cause pain, discomfort, and difficulty with walking.

Pediatric Bunion Surgery

Pediatric bunion surgery is used correct a bony deformity at the base of the big toe in children. It involves removal of part of the bone or realignment of the bones in the foot to correct the position of the toe.

Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction

Lapiplasty is an advanced 3D bunion correction technique tailored for teens and adolescents by leading pediatric podiatrist Dr. Jarman. Get long-lasting bunion relief in as little as 6 weeks.

HyProCure Surgery

HyProCure surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat misalignment of the ankle and hindfoot bones in children. It involves inserting a small titanium stent into the space between the ankle bone and heel bone to help correct the alignment of the foot.

Pediatric Flat Foot Surgery

Pediatric flat foot reconstruction surgery is used to correct a flat foot deformity in children. During the surgery, Dr Jarman may perform various procedures to restore the arch of the foot, such as removing a portion of the heel bone or transferring tendons.

Jack's Foot Fracture Treatment Experience

Jack was an active boy like most kids his age until he broke his foot. Dr. Jarman’s examination confirmed that Jack had indeed fractured his foot. After Dr. Jarman explained his treatment plan thoroughly, he began immediately.
Today, Jack is back on the baseball field.

Learn more: Sports Injuries

Hailey's Foot Nerve Surgery Experience

Haley is a competitive cheerleader in Arizona that became sidelined by foot pain. After surgery and numerous doctor appointments, she and her mom had started to give up on finding a solution. Fortunately, a friend recommended Dr. Jarman with Pediatric Foot & Ankle.

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Correcting Zachary's Flat Feet w HyProCure

In this video Zachary shares how he went from being in pain and unable to run to now being able to run, play sports, and walk pain-free without flat feet. Zachary’s flat feet condition was completely resolved with HyProCure surgery, a minimally invasive out patient procedure performed by Dr. Jarman.

Learn more: HyProCure for Flat Feet

Meet Evelina - Idiopathic Toe Walking Surgery

Evelina’s parents had taken her to see several doctors over the years, but they were not able to find a solution for her toe walking. Eventually, they decided to get a second opinion from Dr. Mikkel Jarman with Pediatric Foot & Ankle. Dr. Jarman was able to diagnose Evelina with idiopathic toe walking and, after considering all conservative treatment methods, he recommended surgery.

Learn more: Toe Walking Surgery

Meet Maylee - A Broken Foot But Not Spirit

At a dance practice Maylee came down on her foot and heard a pop. A dancer’s worst nightmare. The orthopedic surgeon they saw recommended Dr. Mikkel Jarman. Maylee’s parents wasted no time, called Pediatric Foot & Ankle, and set up an appointment with him. This is their story.

Learn more: Foot Fractures

Meet Susan - Foot Injury Surgery

While at friend’s birthday party, Susan injured her foot when a recliner turned over and a piece of metal penetrated her foot. After exploring all conservative treatment options first, Dr. Jarman concluded that surgery would be required. Here is her story.

Learn more: Foot Fractures

Dr. Jarman's ABFAS Certification

Dr. Mikkel Jarman, DPM, FACFAS, has received his Foot and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle (RRA) Surgery board certification from the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). This certification symbolizes the highest level of expertise that can be achieved in the foot and ankle profession, reflecting advanced proficiency and knowledge.

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