Lance Silverman, MD - Phoenix Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Scottsdale, AZ

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Nov 16 2022

What’s This Bump On The Side Of My Pinky Toe?

Have you recently noticed that you have developed a mild to moderate bump on the outside of your foot near the base of your pinky toe? Even if it’s not painful, you may be wondering what’s going on, and moreover, if there is any cause for concern. What you’re dealing with is likely the beginning […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Uncategorized · Tagged: bunion, bunionette, bunionette pinky, pinky bump, pinky toe bump

May 18 2021

Things You Should Know About A Painful Pinky Toe

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Although it’s the littlest of your five toes, your pinky toe can become quite painful if something goes wrong in the area. Since it’s the toe furthest on the outside of your foot, your pinky toe can oftentimes get stubbed or flattened if you’re not careful, but how should you go about treating these injuries? […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Foot Injury, Surgery, Treatment · Tagged: bunionette, pinky, pinky toe, pinky toe pain

Feb 13 2018

What Is A Bunionette?

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You’ve probably heard of the condition known as a bunion, but is also has a sister condition called a bunionette. So what is a bunionette, and how is it treated? We answer those questions and more into today’s blog. Understanding Bunionettes A bunionette is a small bony deformity on the base of your little toe. […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Exercise, Foot Injury, Injury prevention, Surgery, Treatment · Tagged: bunion, bunionette, bunionette surgery, bunionette symptoms, bunionette treatment

Sep 22 2016

The Difference Between Bunions and Bunionettes

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We’ve talked about bunions on the blog before, but we haven’t talked much about bunionettes. Turns out that a lot of people don’t know the difference between a bunion and a bunionette, so we thought we’d take a closer look at the two foot conditions, and give a general overview of treatment and prevention strategies. […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Foot Injury, Injury prevention, Treatment · Tagged: bunion, bunion treatment, bunionette, bunionette care, bunionette treatment

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Dr. Lance Silverman is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon, with specialty training in the management of conditions of the ankle and foot. Read More…

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The information contained on this site is intended to provide only general education about foot & ankle surgery and conditions. It should NOT be regarded as diagnostic, treatment or any other type of specific medical advice to anyone. On this site, Dr. Silverman periodically provides assessments and commentary on specific procedures that individuals have undergone. These assessments do not indicate that Dr. Silverman has performed these specific surgeries. Individuals should always consult a licensed and qualified health care provider for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment recommendations regarding their specific medical problems.

Pima Center Clinic

8405 North Pima Center Parkway
Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Arcadia Clinic

3033 North 44th Street
Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ 85018

High Street Clinic

5355 East High Street
Suite 113
Phoenix, AZ 85054

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Dr. Silverman provides orthopedic ankle and foot care throughout Arizona, including the cities of: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Pima Center, Arcadia, High Street, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, and more!

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