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I'm five days away from the first of two bunion surgeries. I'm a 55 yr old male, extremly active. 6 days a week cardio. Extremely severe bunions. Will I regain mobility for Eliptical training in the near future. Also, I'm not a reader or tv guy. Feeling like I'm in for a rough time. Please send HELLLP to new Jersey!
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angela35771
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You will get a lot of great advice here. My surgery was last October 5th and fortunately I had a procedure that had me up and about within 3 days. I continued to elevate and ice my foot (Aircast IC) whenever I had down time.
My doctor developed the ludloff plate so patients would not be bedridden for 6-8 weeks and suffer muscle atrophy and I am so grateful for it especially after reading about everyone's experience here.
Did your doctor suggest that you have two separate surgeries rather than both on the same day?
Angela
stella69877 angela35771
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sie26716 angela35771
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dee20632 angela35771
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I talked to you last March about your surgery in DC. I live in Southern Maryland. I wanted to see how you were doing? and if you ever had any complications. I need to get my leftfoot done and was going to try your Dr. if everything went fine for you. My R foot still swells and I can't bend my R big toe.
dee20632 angela35771
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I didn't sign my text a little bit ago. I look forward to hearing back froim you. Thanks
Deidre
bob19826
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angela35771
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PS Ask your doctor if he sells the Aircast IC. It is an icing machine that applies ice water and compression every 30 seconds. The cuff is sold separately. It's pricey but can be used for any appendage as long as you have the cuff for it (shoulders, knees, etc.) You can find it on Amazon too but be sure to buy the one with the motor housed inside the cover and be sure it has the compression feature. It helps tremendously with the swelling and healing.
As for exercise, keep some free weights nearby and ankle weights for the leg that is mobile to work your muscles. I presume you are having the traditional surgery which has a lengthy recovery period.
All the best!!!
Angela
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vjl56
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I've had both feet done, two weeks ago. I'm in the uk. I think CJ is right, it depends on many things and a positive attitude certainly helps. I would say I have a lot of swelling and bruising so I'm going on a regular ice campaign for a few days. My feet feel very stiff at present and I know this recovery cannot be rushed. You must listen to what your feet tell you as well as your doctor.
Maybe you can get in some DVDs? You will need something to amuse you in the early days when your mobility is more limited. Good luck, see if you can post on the other forum running, there are lots of us there who will keep in touch and post their experiences. vVJ
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don41547
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Don
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Jillyco
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Regards
Jill from England
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