Valgus Deformity Treatment in Nowa Ortopedia
About the clinic
Valgus deformity care at Nowa Ortopedia (Szpital Dworska) in Kraków, Poland, includes assessment and corrective procedures for foot and knee alignment. Orthopedic consultations may be around $80, consultations with ultrasound around $90, and pediatric consultations around $50. Foot and ankle surgery is led by Prof. Henryk Liszka, a board member of the European Foot and Ankle Society (EFAS) and member of GRECMIP.
Assessment with X-ray, ultrasound and gait testing
Specialists assess adults and children using clinical exams and imaging. Available diagnostic options include:
- Orthopedic consultation: English-speaking specialists are available, including for pediatric orthopedic assessments.
- Consultation with ultrasound: The exam and ultrasound can take place during one visit.
- Weight-bearing foot X-rays: Images show both feet from front and side views while standing.
- Foot and ankle ultrasound: This can assess soft tissues around the foot and ankle.
- Baropodometry: Computerized testing measures pressure under the feet.
- Gait and functional assessment: Testing uses the Biodex System 4 Pro; digital X-ray and CT are also available.
Corrective procedures for foot and knee valgus
For painful bunions, surgeons can correct the big toe through open surgery or small-incision surgery using a miniature burr. The chosen method depends on weight-bearing X-rays, joint changes, first-ray movement, activity, and other health conditions.
- Hallux valgus surgery: Options include Chevron, Chevron-Akin, Scarf, Scarf-Akin, MICA, MIC-PTSA, Lapidus, and first MTP joint fusion. Revision surgery may include removing prior hardware and repeat bone correction or joint fusion.
- 8-plate hemiepiphysiodesis: This guided-growth procedure corrects knee valgus in growing children. A small implant is placed through a 2–3 cm incision, usually with a same-day stay. Children can usually walk afterward without limiting weight on the leg. X-rays every 3–4 months track correction.
- Distal femoral osteotomy: For patients whose bones have finished growing, the femur is cut and realigned. A titanium plate and screws hold the bone; weight on the leg is limited for at least 6 weeks.
- Pediatric flat-valgus foot correction: Options include calcaneal osteotomy and subtalar arthroereisis for young patients.
- Sidas insoles and orthoses: These can ease pain and improve soft-tissue flexibility, but do not permanently reposition the first metatarsal.
Recovery and surgical care
After bunion surgery, stitches are removed around days 10–12. Walking uses a Barouk orthosis or hard-soled rocker shoe. The surgical package includes anesthesia assessment and care, nursing, needed in-hospital tests, meals, medicines, and dressings. A dedicated day-surgery ward supports one-day procedures. Patients can request a consultation through Bookimed.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Arthroplastic of Achilles tendons | Price on request | |
| Rotator cuff repair surgery | Price on request | |
| Rehabilitation with Re-step system | Price on request | |
| Endoscopic discectomy | Price on request | |
| Kyphoplasty | Price on request | |
| Displaced Clavicle Fracture Surgery | Price on request | |
| Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction | Price on request | |
| Bone Fracture Treatment | Price on request | |
| Anterior cervical discectomy | Price on request | |
| Physiotherapy | Price on request | |
| Tibie osteotomy with reconstruction | Price on request | |
| Hallux valgus surgery | Price on request | |
| Course of treatment with own stem cells | Price on request | |
| Prosthetic finger | Price on request | |
| Prosthetic leg for children | Price on request | |
| Osteotomy | Price on request | |
| ACL reconstruction surgery | Price on request | |
| Arthroscopic meniscus repair | Price on request | |
| Arthroscopic surgery | Price on request |
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Nowa Ortopedia: more details about the clinic
Specialized Orthopedic Care
The clinic treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions through its orthopedic and traumatology departments. Surgeons use minimally invasive techniques to speed recovery and reduce tissue damage.
- Arthroscopic knee surgery performed through 2–4 portals
- ACL reconstruction using the Internal Bracing reinforcement method
- Treatment for meniscus tears, including bucket-handle and complex radial tears
- Foot and ankle surgery for hallux valgus and plantar fasciitis
- Shoulder arthroscopy for instability and rotator cuff repair
Specialists focus on functional restoration by pairing surgery with immediate rehabilitation. Each surgical plan includes targeted physiotherapy to maintain long-term joint stability.
Hand Surgery and Neurosurgery
The facility offers advanced treatment for nerve compression and chronic hand disorders. Specialists perform endoscopic carpal tunnel release through smaller incisions. This allows faster return to activity, and the entire hospital stay typically lasts one hour.
- Microsurgical decompression of the median nerve
- Ultrasound-guided injections for De Quervain's disease
- Surgical management of trigger finger and Dupuytren's contracture
- Neurosurgical care for herniated discs and spinal stenosis
Most hand procedures use local anesthesia and absorbable sutures. This approach removes the need for casting or long-term immobilization in most cases.
Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Therapy
Nowa Ortopedia uses multipotent cells (MSCC/BMA) to treat degenerative joint diseases and sports injuries. These cells come from the patient's own bone marrow or adipose tissue. The clinic uses Hyalofast, a hyaluronic membrane that serves as a scaffold for stem cells during cartilage repair.
This regenerative approach targets early-stage arthrosis and partial ligament injuries. Multipotent cells are also given during tendon repairs to support natural tissue healing.
Pediatric Orthopedics
The hospital has a specialized unit for children's orthopedic and traumatology needs. Diagnostic services include infant hip ultrasound to screen for dysplasia. The team manages various developmental and acquired conditions in young patients:
- Limb-axis deformities such as varus and valgus
- Perthes disease and femoral head slippage
- Sports injuries and trauma in pediatric patients
At least one pediatric specialist provides consultations in English for international families.
Advanced Diagnostic and Recovery Technology
The clinic uses professional assessment tools to monitor progress and refine treatment plans. Diagnostic capabilities include digital X-ray, CT scans, and baropodometry to assess foot pressure distribution.
- Biodex System for isokinetic muscle strength assessment
- Keiser Functional Trainer for rehabilitation
- Game Ready cold compression system for post-op recovery
- Stryker HD arthroscopy columns for high-definition surgical imaging
- Woodway treadmill with high cushioning for gait training
The physiotherapy department also offers HI-TOP energotonic therapy. This advanced electrotherapy helps manage pain and stimulates tissue recovery.
Services for International Patients
The hospital supports patients traveling from abroad through specialized digital systems. English-speaking specialists are available in several departments, including orthopedics and pediatrics. The facility offers online video consultations for patients who live far from Kraków. For those unable to travel, the rehabilitation team can provide home visits within the local area.
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Joanna Ka
Wioletta Bobek
Marta Nowak
Janusz Konieczny
Sylwia
Kazimiera Pawlik
Robert Cielecki
Tomasz Stachoń
Stanisława Pyrtek
ul. Dworska 1B/LU1, Kraków, 30-314, Poland
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