Bunion Surgery in London — Keyhole & Traditional Correction
Consultant-led · day surgery · Harley Street, London
Bunion surgery (bunionectomy) corrects the bony bump and misaligned big-toe joint that cause pain and footwear problems. At Minor Surgery UK a consultant foot surgeon performs it as day surgery in London, from £4,500, with keyhole options where suitable. You walk the same day in a protective shoe.
What bunion surgery involves
The surgeon realigns the bones and soft tissues of the big-toe joint, often securing the correction with tiny screws. Keyhole techniques use very small incisions where the bunion is suitable; larger deformities may need an open approach.
Keyhole vs traditional
Keyhole bunion surgery generally means smaller scars, less swelling and a quicker early recovery for mild-to-moderate bunions. Severe deformities may need open correction for a durable result. Your consultant advises which suits your foot.
Recovery
You walk immediately in a protective shoe, worn for about six weeks. Most people return to desk work within two to three weeks; normal shoes and driving usually resume around six to eight weeks.
Cost
Bunion surgery starts from £4,500 per foot, all-inclusive (medical procedure — VAT-exempt).
Why choose Minor Surgery UK
A named consultant foot surgeon, keyhole options where appropriate, CQC-registered London facility and transparent pricing.
Frequently asked questions
How much does bunion surgery cost in the UK?
At Minor Surgery UK, bunion surgery starts from £4,500 per foot, all-inclusive. Across the UK, private bunion surgery averages around £5,260 per foot.
What causes bunions?
Bunions form when the big-toe joint gradually shifts out of alignment. A genetic tendency to the foot shape is the main factor; tight footwear and some types of arthritis can make them worse.
How long is recovery after bunion surgery?
You walk straight away in a protective shoe for about six weeks. Most people return to desk work within two to three weeks and normal shoes around six to eight weeks.
Is keyhole bunion surgery better?
Keyhole surgery offers smaller scars, less swelling and a quicker early recovery for many mild-to-moderate bunions, but severe deformities may still need open surgery for a lasting correction.
What anaesthetic is used?
Bunion surgery is performed under local or general anaesthetic, depending on the correction and your preference.
Can bunions come back after surgery?
Recurrence is uncommon after a well-aligned correction but can happen, particularly with severe bunions or a strongly inherited foot shape. Following the footwear advice reduces the risk.