On Monday, 11 November, Bryanna D. Vesely, DPM, MPH, carried out the first minimally invasive Haglund's repair surgery on the Virginia Peninsula using the Arthrex MIS FiberTak Achilles SpeedBridge Implant Repair System. The procedure took place at Mercy Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital in Newport News, Virginia.

The outpatient surgery was performed on a 68-year-old male patient with a longstanding history of chronic Haglund's Syndrome. Previous treatments—including a stretching program, oral and topical anti-inflammatory medications, shoe adjustments, and immobilisation—had not resolved his symptoms. The patient responded well to the surgery and was able to return home after a brief two-hour recovery period.

Dr. Vesely, who recently joined Orthopaedic & Spine Center (OSC) in Newport News, specialises in foot and ankle conditions. She completed a year-long fellowship in surgical foot and ankle care at Desert Foot and Ankle in Las Vegas, Nevada, before joining OSC in September 2024.

The Arthrex system used in the procedure provides a secure repair that enables patients to bear weight immediately post-surgery, which may promote faster recovery and greater engagement in rehabilitation. Orthopaedic & Spine Center provides specialised orthopaedic and pain management services across Hampton Roads, including spine care, sports medicine, joint replacement, and interventional pain treatments. Their physicians have full privileges at both Coastal Virginia Surgery Center and Mercy Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital.

Orthopaedic & Spine Center is located at 250 Nat Turner Boulevard, Newport News, VA. For appointments, call (757) 596-1900, and for more information, visit www.osc-ortho.com.




Source: prnewswire.com

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