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Surgery K-Wire

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lydia1996
lydia1996

Hello everyone,

I had surgery 4 weeks ago and a couple of days ago I had my bandages removed so I am left with the wire out of my toe which I can not get wet.

I was wondering of if could wash my foot and if so how? Because it's a getting a little sweaty and smelly not attractive I know haha.

Please help!

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  • sandi27417
    sandi27417 lydia1996

    Posted

    I would think with a mild wipe such as a bathroom one. Gentle and carefully avoiding the surgical site.
  • linda35818
    linda35818 lydia1996

    Posted

    So I had a similar problen.  I was told not to take baths, (soak the foot) but I found a waterproof legging, that came up to my knee almost and it kept my foot dry while still being able to shower. They should be removing the pin soon and you won't have to worry about getting it wet.  6-8 weeks is normal time, but don't be surprised if it takes a little longer.  

    • lydia1996
      lydia1996 linda35818

      Posted

      I have one of those so I am able to shower but it's can I clean the foot some how because it's really sweaty haha

  • phoebekins
    phoebekins lydia1996

    Posted

    Hi, Lydia - I've been forbidden to shower for 6 weeks to avoid getting my bandage wet.  Pre-surgery, I went to REI and stocked up on no-rinse camping bath wipes.  They are wonderful!  You can order them on-line from many sources.  Good luck!

    • phoebekins
      phoebekins lydia1996

      Posted

      Sure!  From what you said, your issue is just the foot with the wire still in it.  A baby wipe should be fine for that.  For the entire body, my camping wipes have been a great shower replacement - they are thick, soft, and they smell nice.  And no rinsing!  Don't know what I would have done without them!

    • lydia1996
      lydia1996 phoebekins

      Posted

      They sound like a really good idea which I would of known about them sooner when I didn't have the waterproof foot bag thingy

  • lydia1996
    lydia1996

    Posted

    I also would really like to know I have a k wire sticking out of my toe and I have Been sleeping with my healing shoe on ... would it be ok to sleep without it or will I push the pin in my sleep?
    • linda35818
      linda35818 lydia1996

      Posted

      I would not take a chance on getting it caught in the covers. You only have a few weeks left and it will be over. 
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