A 18-year-old female asked:
I have an accessory navicular bone in my foot and my pain started around a year ago. how much can you tell me about the surgery part? for example, will i be awake during the process?
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Dr. Jeffrey Trantalis, DPManswered
Podiatry 44 years experience
Usually an option: In most cases you have a choice to be awake or put to sleep during the procedure however. I should mention that an orthotic can be very successful as a conservative means
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