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11 weeks post op - feeling good!

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cindy33832
cindy33832

Just thought I’d add my experience with bunion surgery as I know recovery can get VERY frustrating. I had a lapidus procedure on my left foot August 25. Surgery went great- after the first 5 days virtually pain free. The actual recovery was an experience though in itself. I was non weight bearing for 4 weeks which doesn’t sound long until you’re the one in the middle of it! Made it through - was released to walk in the air boot for 2’weeks which it felt wonderful to put my foot down on the ground! My whole body was stiff by then from not being able to walk on both feet. At 6 weeks I took off the boot and tried a regular shoe. I overdid it on my foot because I was impatient and acquires tendinitis in the bottom of my foot- don’t overdo it when you’re released to walk!! After 4 weeks of physical therapy for that I’m doing good. Every day I can see a little more improvement- don’t get discouraged- build your leg and foot strength back slowly! Take some physical therapy if you can to get your toes working again- it also helps out with swelling. It’s so nice to look down at my foot and see a straight toe! Good luck to all of you- be kind to your body and be patient with the healing... 

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  • Bigbluefrog
    Bigbluefrog cindy33832

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    Hi, I had bunion surgery one week ago. It seems mine was similiar, no weight bearing so I have crutches and a knee scooter. I love the knee scooter it frees up the hands when not moving. I must say the pain is significant but with medicine managable. I love my doctor though he is a podiatrist. I was referee by someone who had a successful surgery.

    Cons, being laid up, pain, not walking, not being able to shower

    Pros ...hopefully the outcome

    I had to have surgery, my foot pain was daily and affecting my gait which impacted my knee and hip. Also I waited years and started to see the second toe being affected.

    Asked myself...is it going to get better or worse? Tried otc splints, gel separators, inserts, chiropractor, pt, foot exercises....nothing fixed it.

    Surgery immediately corrected the joint in the middle of my foot.

    Now I wait.

    Tip ice and elevate.

    Still taking pain meds.

    Did you have any foot exercises prescribed by doctor?

    I am from Wisconsin, age 52.

  • Bigbluefrog
    Bigbluefrog cindy33832

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    I am 10 days post op.

    I wouldn't be able to drive, it is non weight bearing for 4 weeks.

    Follow instructions completely.

    Wear the surgical shoe at all times of moving around ( I didn't do this and set myself backwards in healing with a minor fall)

    Prepare ahead, food easy to grab, ice packs, medicine, get support like someone who can drive you to appointments and help you with home things. like getting g you an ice pack and food the first few days.

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