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Jenny031951
Jenny031951

Been following this group for a few weeks now and decided to jump in. I had bunion surgery, hammertoe, plantar fasciitis and tarsal tunnel release, all on the right foot on Feb 26. Have done really well except for falling twice and putting a lot of pressure on my foot trying to keep from falling. I am approaching week three and actually have more pain now than I did at first. Sutures are out, thank goodness and I am still no-weight bearing. I see the surgeon Friday and will probably go into a post surgical boot. I keep thinking I should be further along but I have to consider I had four procedures on one little foot! I am 63 years old and it is not easy getting around. Hubby rented me a knee walker and that really has been a big help. Happy healing to all!

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  • kim1911
    kim1911 Jenny031951

    Posted

    Week 8!

    Hello everyone!

    Bob- I know how you feel, I keep wondering if I'll ever get back to walking normally again. I'm going to ask my surgeon tomorrow about physio, or at least some exercises I can do. I've got a fair bit of movement back in the toe, but not enough to pick up the towel yet! (p.s. Baseball? Mike Trout? Not a clue!)

    Rena, Yes I'm still limping quite markedly. The pain is in the ball of my foot near the base of my toes, and also the top of my foot near the toes. My second and third toes weren't operated on yet feel stiff too. It's all in the bending of the foot. I'm going to ask at the appointment tomorrow if I should just ignore the pain and try to walk properly.Still too painful use the clutch pedal yet.

    As for work, well! The second day back, my colleague who had covered my work went off sick! She's off today too, so I've had to do loads of extra hours  to catch up instead of less!! I also said that I'm not taking my consultant appointment tomorrow as time owed because I'm still officially on sick leave until Monday, and got some funny looks for that.

     So, lesson to all (especially Joan) don't go back before you really have to, because it's 'business as usual', and forget doing shorter hours! (One colleague even said that doing shorter hours was 'just an over precaution'! )

    Ho hum , rant over.lol.

    Keep your best foot forwards!

  • joannyV
    joannyV Jenny031951

    Posted

    Hello - Week 9 - I ave had a few days break away and have not posted anything for a while but still following.  I hade a nice wee break away with my daughter and kids, my treat for looking after me so well. 

    Been up and down since my work's visit.  But today - I am feeling good and actually feeling ready to go back to work, though I am enjoying my time off and I would like to enjoy more time off while I am feeling great and able to get about, but suppose I do have to go back, only another 7 years then I can retire.    No seriously I do miss my workmates, they are a great bunch and I miss the chatter.

    Well foot talk - today I realise I don't even have that niggly achy burning tingling feeling - great, just have to now stop thinking about my foot every minute of the day.  It is still swollen but not too bad.

    Bob, think you are great going for your next operation in 2 weeks, I don't have the courage yet, just want to be pain free for a while but would like to have it all over with too.   You need to get that foot in good condition before the next op, you will be relying on it, slow down just a little and rest, Listen to what RENA is saying too.  Feeling sad for your mum, but you know you are doing all you can for her.

    I spoke to my GP re exercise so it is to be treadmill walking, cycling, swimming and upper body - just have to get a routine made up now.

    Kim how is work doing - I need to get out and buy new shoes and work clothes, it was winter the last time I went to work.

    Mel, Patricia Rena, love all your news, too much to reply to but hope you all have a wonderful day - and I cant believe I am on week 9 and looking back at all the trials of this op, it is good to have written it all down in this forum. 

    our weather is chilly and rainy, 9 weeks and only one sunny day to sit in the garden, boo hoo. Never mind I have lots of annual leave days now to take off.

    • kim1911
      kim1911 joannyV

      Posted

      Hi Joan, See my earlier post for my rant about work. Basically, it's back to normal working from day 1, PLUS extra hours to cover my colleague who immediately went off sick as I returned!

      Oh well, it's not too bad, and it's good catching up with everyone again. I'm wondering if I can be cheeky and claim back the bank holidays from during my sick leave as we have to count them in with our holiday allowance. (But unlikely) 

    • joannyV
      joannyV kim1911

      Posted

      Kim, you can claim back your bank holidays, your in the NHS ? Though different companies have their own procedures. I asked that question at my assessment interview, prbably made me not very popular. But as a guide if you are on maternity leave you can claim the days back and I an nearly 98% sure sick leave the same
    • kim1911
      kim1911 joannyV

      Posted

      Thanks Joan,  it doesn't mention Bank Holidays so I'll look into that a bit further. My supervisor said no straight away when I mentioned it a few days ago, but I don't think she knows either. 
    • joannyV
      joannyV kim1911

      Posted

      My line manager has come back to me to say I don't get them back, I am still not convinced that is the case, I have studied Employment Law in the past so I am going to investigate further. But it may say something in the HR policy.
  • joannyV
    joannyV Jenny031951

    Posted

    And Anita girl, computer was playing up, had to post or loose it.  Lucky you having some sunshine, sun makes everyone smile just a little but more.  How are you doing today.  I see you on FB, but sometimes like to type a bit more of a newsy letter in this Forum. 
  • Anita2014_MARCH_28_Lapidus_right_foot
    Anita2014_MARCH_28_Lapidus_right_foot Jenny031951

    Posted

    Week 6 Day 5

    Got here a little late today, but here I am.  Today I need to get back up on the crutches and practice the heel walk again.  Had two days without it as I really over did it on Sunday.  

    It was 5C here this morning at 8am but will hit 20C later this afternoon.  We are used to temps in the -30C, yes your read that right, minus  in the winter months.  Not for too long but for a week long for sure.  Its so nice today with all the windows open here.

    Bob, your doing great.  Awesome game you both went too, have fun for the both of you. Glad you able to get out again and enjoy the real life.  ENjoy your Mom as much as you can, she loves you even when she doesnt feel well. I guess I better get bending the toes too.

    Patricia, what is the highest and lowest temps in Summer and Winter that you get.  I am just interested to know. Wine is always helpful, lol  Hang in there, your doing great.

    Spice girl MEl, sounds like FUN on the boat.  You can sit and enjoy a glass of wine and watch the waves go by.  Careful of your foot just dont over do it.

    Rena, how exciting the the foot is behaving better and your able to get out and about so much better. I cant wait for that the happen. Sorry to hear that you need more work done. Going shopping must be so much FUN.

    Kim, dont let them push you around.  You need to look after you. They think that when are you back at work your all better and the healing is done.

    To the rest hiding around, hang in there.  Soon we will all be pushing our foot to the Olympics, lol.  One step at a time.

     

  • Anita2014_MARCH_28_Lapidus_right_foot
    Anita2014_MARCH_28_Lapidus_right_foot Jenny031951

    Posted

    Oh forgot to tell you all, had a housecleaner come yesterday and my house is so nice and clean. I LOVE IT.  It was getting me down. I can keep up now with it.  Just didnt know where to start before.

    Joan, sounds like your really getting ahead now.  Glad you had a nice time with your daughter and grandkids. Think of all the fun shopping you need to do before going back to work.  Easy does it girl, baby steps.

     

  • joannyV
    joannyV Jenny031951

    Posted

    Anita mentioning the Olympics has made me think to update you all - Look out for the Commonwealth Games - live practically next door to Hampden Park this is where the closing ceramony will be, the openijg ceramony is at Celtic Park which is also not far from where I live, sadly never got tickets to attend the opening or closing but got some tickets for gymnastics.  Anyway there is much excitment in Glasgow for the games, also I work near one of the venues too, the SECC and Hydro, so when the Commonwealth Games are on in July - you will remember me, your bunion buddy.
  • bob19826
    bob19826 Jenny031951

    Posted

    WEEK 8 Day 1

    Morning to all the Bunion Babes

    This is my 3 and final try after losing to posts so far. 

    Yesterday made it up to 30 minutes on bike, 15 on eliptical and a PT session on my own and one with my therapist. I still can't do heel to toe walking without alot of pain. Today I will keep going after it even harder.

    Rena - CEO of this forum.I can relate to being a 4 B'er myself. '' Bird Brained Bunion Boy '' What we also have is we are both retired and like you said it's time to put ourselves back together after years of trudging.

    Anitagirl. More Heel to Toe walking in boot today. As Emerald would say, ''Let's kick it up a notch ''

    Mel ( Spice Girl ) That crew stuff is an awesome way of life. Sport that new foot of yours. I know that you will feel even more confident out there!!!!

    RENA - CEO of this forum. It's ok to feel like a BBBBer. I with you, retired and taking care of our health. I'm  a Bird Brained Bunion Boy every day.

    Kim - I'm close to getting that towel. You are actually in my thoughts will doing so. Imagine and I haven't even met you. The power of motivation. Keep pushin Bunion Babe Kim!!

    ANITAGIRL. - Heel to Toe, More of it today. Let's get it going and keep going Bunion babe from Canada

    Joan - I hear you on that second surgery. I fear it and I'm going after it anyway. Bunion Babes can do anything with FAITH it will be ok.

    Patricia, - Hope all is well!!

    Remember , today just stay out of our own way and we will be fine. Keep your head up, we can see more that way. If your struggling, help somebody!!!

    Love to the Babes!!!!

     

    • kim1911
      kim1911 bob19826

      Posted

      Hey Bob, just seen your post. Thanks for thinking of me! That made me go and try the towel again, still some way to go though, but I'll keep trying.

      Today has been a turning point after seeing my consultant. He's made me see that I was being too cautious, so I'm determined improve my walking technique without worrying that I'm doing any damage.

      I feel much more positive now! 

  • bob19826
    bob19826 Jenny031951

    Posted

    Just relized somehow It popped backed and and double screened on me. Have no clue and I'm not that crazy.
  • kim1911
    kim1911 Jenny031951

    Posted

    Week 8 day 1

    Had my 8 week check up today.

    I've been told to walk properly despite the pain, and not to keep walking on the side of my foot.I've also got to keep manipulating the toe joint beyond the point where it hurts. They've given me a follow up appointment in 1 month to see how I'm getting on, and if it's needed they'll give me an injection to loosen the joint. apart from that, everything is healing well.

    Hope everyone has had a good day today, 'normality' is just around the corner.

    • Ram2645
      Ram2645 kim1911

      Posted

      Hi Kim,

      When I first started to try to walk heel to toe in my trainers (at 5 weeks)  it was very uncomfortable on the ball of the foot under the big and 2nd toes. After a few more days of limping along terribly the swelling in my foot reduced enough to be able to wear the trainers with my orthotic inserts.  What a relief! I pronate (which is one of the reasons for my bunion, in addition to heredity) so as soon as that orthotic was in it took the pressure off the operated joint and the ball of the foot hurt a great deal less.  Also, I noticed that the slower I walk, the better I am able to get the heel to to motion in.  As each day goes by my heel to toe motion is getting more and more complete with less and less discomfort.  So take heart and know that the more you keep moving that foot the way it should be moved the easier it will get with every passing day....or as Bob would say, "work it girl!" biggrin  One other thing...on FB in the group "I Survived a Buiontectomy!" there are a number of informative files and one document has some excellent ROM exercises.  If you like I can scan it and email it to you.

       

    • kim1911
      kim1911 Ram2645

      Posted

      Hi Rena, thanks for your encouragement and advice. I'm feeling much more positive today.Tthe consultant spent about 10 minutes just manipulating my foot/toes, and although it hurt, it wasn't unbearable and made me realise how much more I should be doing. He also said I should concentrate on my walking technique, and I'll follow your method of walking slower to get it right.I'll look into getting some orthotic inserts too.

      I'd be grateful if you could send me the document (do I have to send you my email address or do you message it to me?)

    • Ram2645
      Ram2645 kim1911

      Posted

      If you message me your email address I can scan the pages and email to you....it would be my pleasure.

       

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