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Ankle surgery

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elaine77299
elaine77299

Hi, I had ankle surgery last Febuary Im still in bit off pain. My main problem is when I walk about for about 1hr or so the next day my ankle swells again and I can not get shoes on plus numbness in my toes. Im on sick pay from work ( Im a Domicilary Home Support Worker) so im on my feet alot so impossible at the moment to work. Does anyone know how long this is going to last?? Im itching to get back to work.

Thanks in advance for any help/advice you can give

Elaine

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  • lance81858
    lance81858 elaine77299

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    Im in week 11 of recover from surgery. I don't have the same swelling in the morning as I do throughout the day. However from my understanding we will have swelling issues especially after use for quite some time. Up to a year potentially. Get it to a stretching routine as suggested by a doctor or PT. Raise your ankle and ice as needed when you're off your feet.

    It's all a process and it's frustrating I know but it does get better. Just baby steps!

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