Frequently Asked Questions

Does the implant set off the metal detector at the airport?
The implants are made of titanium and should not set off the metal detector at the airport.

Do I need this surgery even though I don't have any symptoms?
Yes, if a deformity is present, the sooner it is treated the less damage will occur. You don't want to wait for pain. At that point, there may be irreversible damage. We don't wait until our car tires are worn to balance them.

Is there drilling or screwing involved in the procedure?
Absolutely not. The stent simply slides into the natural space inside the foot without any drilling or screwing involved. The device is designed to be an anatomically perfect fit to reopen the natural space that already exists inside the foot, therefore no invasive force is ever needed to insert it. The threads on the stent are only to allow for the scar tissue to form around the grooves and lock the device in place during the normal healing process.

If this procedure is performed on a child, does it have to be replaced later in life?
The short answer is no, but this is not a guarantee. Normally, once the implant is inserted into the foot it never has to be changed. The bones will continue to grow peripherally around the implant.

Are there any limitations, as far as sports go, after this procedure?
Once the tissues surrounding the implant are healed, there should be no limitation. The abnormal motion is no longer present and normal motion will occur. Usually, there is a significant improvement in running, etc.

What are the chances of getting an allergic reaction to this implant?
Titanium is the choice material to be used in the body since it is the least reactive.

Do I need this procedure even if I have a mild case of hyperpronation?
That depends, if you have symptoms and other forms of conservative therapy, including orthotics, haven't been able to provide you with relief, then this procedure would be helpful.

Will I feel the implant in my foot?
You should not be able to feel the implant after the procedure. Sometimes, for the first few months a hard substance may be felt in the area of the surgery, but this is scar tissue and should dissipate after several months, if present at all.

Will there be a visible scar?
In most cases, no. The incision is less than an inch long and this part of the skin heals remarkably well. With time, the scar should become virtually invisble, in most cases.

After the HyProCure procedure, will I need to be premedicated prior to dental treatment or other future surgical procedures?
You will not need to premedicate prior to dental or other surgical procedures because the HyProCure stent is not embedded into the bone.

Can I still get MRIs, CT scans, etc. with the implant in my foot?
Yes, titanium is not reactive to these imaging modalities, unlike stainless steel.

Will this implant get rid of all of the pains in my body?
No one can completely predict the outcome of any surgical procedure, but it is a fact that this solution will improve your entire body's alignment, and in many cases it will even fully correct it. As a consequence, reduction and relief of many pains caused by the foot imbalance will also be reduced or eliminated. However, it is possible that some of the joints and soft tissues in the body may have already suffered irreversible wear and tear, and in those cases other treatments or procedures might be necessary. In either case, correcting the root of the problem is still essential to stopping any further damage and to allowing for any additional therapies (if necessary) to be long lasting.

Will I still have to wear my orthotics after the procedure?
If the orthotics were dispensed to treat hyperpronation then you will no longer need them. However, there are other reasons for orthotics to be worn. Orthotics can be used to off-weight prominent areas to the bottom of the foot. If those areas are not surgically addressed, then orthotics may still be required after the procedure.

What causes hyperpronation?
It is most commonly caused by hereditary or genetic factors.

Are there limitations to this procedure?
Yes, every surgical procedure has its limitations. In very severe cases of hyperpronation, other surgical procedures may be necessary to achieve optimum correction.