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10/29/2026

“How long will I be out?”

It's one of the first questions patients considering bunion surgery ask.
And the answer depends on more than a number of weeks.

Your procedure matters. Your health matters. Your job matters. And in NYC, your commute matters too.

Someone working remotely has very different needs from someone who stands all day or walks several blocks and takes the subway to work.

Before choosing a surgery date, talk with your surgeon about:
• Weight-bearing
• Returning to work
• Postoperative footwear
• Walking and commuting
• Exercise and sports
• Upcoming travel
• Important events on your calendar

Your recovery plan should be built around your procedure and your life, not someone else's experience online.

Considering bunion surgery? Start the conversation with Central Park SOLE.

Learn more:
https://centralparksole.com/practice_areas/bunion-correction

10/23/2026

Seeing a surgeon doesn't automatically mean having surgery.

Tara's experience is a great example of why getting evaluated can be valuable even when you're not ready for surgery yet.

Sometimes the right next step is surgery. Sometimes it's creating a plan that allows you to manage your condition and postpone surgery appropriately.

The goal is understanding what's happening with your foot, knowing your options, and making a treatment decision based on you.

If you've been told you need foot surgery but you're unsure about the recommendation or timing, another opinion can help you understand your options.

Learn more:
https://centralparksole.com/blog/bunion-came-back-after-surgery

10/20/2026

What do you want to be doing next spring?
Walking more? Traveling? Exercising? Getting back to activities you've been avoiding?

If a painful bunion has been getting in the way, don't wait until your calendar is full to start asking questions.

Bunion surgery requires planning. Your work schedule, commute, travel, footwear, exercise, and individual recovery all matter.

And there isn't one recovery timeline that's right for everyone.

Starting the conversation now gives you time to understand your options and discuss what a realistic recovery could look like for you.

Maybe you're ready for surgery. Maybe you're not.

Either way, you can stop saying “eventually” and start with information.

Learn more:
https://centralparksole.com/contact

10/16/2026

A bunion isn't simply a bump that appeared on the side of your foot.

It involves changes in the alignment of the bones around the big toe joint.

That's important because understanding the underlying structure helps guide how a bunion should be treated.

For appropriate patients, Dr. Brad Schaeffer offers Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™, a surgical approach designed to address the three-dimensional alignment involved in the bunion deformity.

Is Lapiplasty right for every bunion? No.

Your anatomy, symptoms, medical history, imaging, and goals all need to be considered before deciding on a surgical approach.

Treat the foot, not just the bump.

Learn more:
https://centralparksole.com/practice_areas/lapiplasty-3d-bunion-correction

10/13/2026

For some patients, foot pain doesn't just hurt. It changes what they can do, how far they can walk, and even the shoes they can comfortably wear.

That's why we love hearing from patients like Jennifer.

Choosing a surgeon is about more than choosing a procedure. It's about understanding your options, feeling confident in your treatment plan, and having care built around your individual needs.

If foot pain or a bunion has been limiting your life, start by finding out what your options are.

Learn more:
https://centralparksole.com/blog/bunion-came-back-after-surgery

10/09/2026

Having a bunion doesn't automatically mean you need surgery.

But it may be time to have the conversation if:
• Pain is becoming frequent
• Finding comfortable shoes is getting harder
• Walking or exercise is uncomfortable
• You're changing activities because of your foot
• Conservative treatments aren't providing enough relief
• You've noticed changes in the position of your big toe or foot

The decision isn't based on appearance alone. Your symptoms, foot structure, lifestyle, health, and goals all matter.

An evaluation with Dr. Brad Schaeffer can help you understand whether continued conservative care or surgical correction should be considered.

A consultation isn't a commitment to surgery. It's information.

Learn more:
https://centralparksole.com/practice_areas/bunion-correction

10/06/2026

How many decisions are you making because of your bunion?

Which shoes you wear. How far you walk. Whether you work out. How long you stay out. Whether you bring a second pair of shoes “just in case.”

When foot pain starts making those decisions for you, it may be time to find out what your options actually are.

Not every bunion requires surgery. But if yours is regularly painful or interfering with your daily life, an evaluation can help determine what's happening and whether conservative treatment or surgical correction may be appropriate.

At Central Park SOLE, Dr. Brad Schaeffer creates individualized treatment plans based on your foot, your symptoms, and your goals.

You don't have to decide on surgery today. Start by understanding your options.

Learn more:
https://centralparksole.com/practice_areas/bunion-correction

09/30/2026

Still in pain after foot surgery? Not happy with the outcome? Or simply wondering whether what you’re experiencing is normal?

A second opinion can help you better understand what’s going on and what options may still be available.

Previous surgery does not necessarily mean you are out of options. The right next step starts with carefully evaluating your foot, your surgical history and your current concerns.

Central Park SOLE specifically welcomes patients who have concerns about post-surgical care and scarring. Dr. Brad Schaeffer is a board-certified foot surgeon with reconstructive surgical training and experience in advanced foot and ankle procedures.

Before assuming you simply have to live with the result, get another set of experienced eyes on it.

Request a second-opinion consultation
https://centralparksole.com/contact

09/28/2026

You may know Dr. Brad Schaeffer from TLC’s My Feet Are Killing Me, where he has treated patients dealing with complex and extreme foot and ankle problems.
But you don’t have to be on television to get his attention.

At Central Park SOLE in Manhattan, Dr. Schaeffer brings that same combination of surgical expertise, attention to detail and individualized care to his patients. He is board certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and trained in a comprehensive foot and ankle reconstructive surgical residency.

If you’ve already had foot surgery and something still doesn’t feel right, or you’ve been told you need surgery and want another opinion before moving forward, schedule a consultation.

Sometimes the most important medical decision you make is getting another perspective.

Meet Dr. Brad Schaeffer
https://centralparksole.com/bio/dr-brad-schaeffer

09/25/2026

Your bunion was corrected. So why is it back?

A recurrent bunion can be frustrating, especially after you’ve already gone through surgery and recovery.

Bunions involve more than the visible bump on the side of the foot. That’s one reason understanding the underlying alignment and choosing the appropriate surgical approach matters. Central Park SOLE offers multiple bunion treatment options, including Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction, which is designed to address the misaligned bone structure associated with a bunion.

If your bunion has returned after a previous procedure, don’t assume another surgery is automatically the answer. Start with an evaluation and find out what may be contributing to the problem and what options make sense for you.

Explore bunion surgery options
https://centralparksole.com/practice_areas/lapiplasty-3d-bunion-correction

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