What we treat
The foot carries the entire body weight, and a small change in the position of the toes or ankle can cause great discomfort. The most common problems we treat are hallux valgus (bunion), hammer toes, pinched nerve between the toes (Morton's neuroma), heel spur and plantar fasciitis, tendonitis and wear in the Achilles tendon, and osteoarthritis in the ankle and toes.
Surgeries are performed with minimal intervention; many toe and forefoot surgeries are day procedures under local anaesthesia or sedation. For osteoarthritis, joint fusion or ankle replacement is considered.
The first step is a consultation and examination by an orthopaedic foot surgeon with an X-ray, where it is evaluated whether insoles, shoes, physiotherapy, or surgery is most suitable.
How we can help
Leading experts in their field
The team
Leading specialists and outstanding service.
Prices
Consultation and surgery with the foot and ankle surgeons at Klíníkin are covered under the agreement between the Reykjavík Medical Association and Icelandic Health Insurance (SÍ). With a referral from a physician, you pay a co-payment fee according to the Icelandic Health Insurance tariff, and Icelandic Health Insurance covers the remainder. You can also book a consultation directly, without a referral.
The price for self-paying patients is provided during the consultation. Further information on patient co-payments can be found on the Icelandic Health Insurance website: sjukra.is
Referral and consultation. You book an appointment – with a referral from a doctor or by yourself. A foot surgeon examines the foot and reviews the X-ray.
Treatment decision. Together you decide whether surgery is the right path or if insoles, shoes, and physiotherapy are sufficient. You will find pre-surgery instructions on My Pages.
Surgery and follow-up. Most procedures are day surgeries. Special shoes or a cast as needed, follow-up with your doctor, and subsequent physiotherapy.
Frequently Asked Questions
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