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Expert Scar-Free Toe Shortening At Harley Medical Foot and Nail Clinic
Scar-free toe shortening is a minimally invasive procedure designed to reduce the length of an overlong toe, which can cause discomfort, rubbing in shoes, or imbalance.
- On the day: The procedure is usually performed under local anaesthetic. Using advanced internal techniques, the bone is shortened without large incisions, leaving minimal to no visible scarring. The toe is bandaged, and protective footwear is provided.
- Recovery: Swelling and mild discomfort may last 1–2 weeks, with most patients walking normally shortly after. Full healing and reshaping of the toe occurs over several weeks, with long-term improvement in comfort, shoe fit, and aesthetics.