I am 75 yrs old and about to have my first bunion removed
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Can anyone around my age respond on their experiences please?
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Posted , 8 users are following.
Can anyone around my age respond on their experiences please?
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anne35260
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I would advise that you have as much help as you can for the first 2 weeks at least - I hate accepting help but it was vital and I had to give in gracefully. I had friends popping in most weekdays when my husband was working - they brought lunch and treats and helped me through those first rather difficult days.
I had pain and discomfort for several days but it was managed with painkillers. Even now at 14 weeks post-op I know when I have been on my feet too long and have to sit down for an hour to get them comfortable again.
The good thing for me being a bit older when I had this op, is that I am retired now and didn't have any pressure to return to work. When I got to about 8 weeks I could manage a lot better with household chores, and after 10 weeks I started driving again and got some independence back! Now I am feeling quite positive as my feet are looking better than they have for many years and most days now I can sort of "forget" about them which I didn't think I would be able to do!
Best of luck and hope things go well for you.
shp
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Even though I only had one bunion done I spent the first night in hospital and I was very glad I did. My husband would have struggled to give me the level of support I needed in the first 24 hours. The other thing I would recommend is that you look at hiring (or buying) a knee scooter. I had never heard of them until I read this forum but they are so much better than crutches.
Hope it all goes well..
Lynn7777
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beth02069
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All of the advice offered here is bang on. I am younger than you (53) and had surgery on my left foot in Feb. I am now 7+ weeks post op and feel better everyday.
I wish I had rented a wheel chair for the first couple of weeks as I was non weight bearing and on crutches which was hard. I didn't have much pain after the first 36 hours and confirm the rest, elevate and ice advice given here plus meals in the freezer.
One of the best things was the camwalker boot I got after my two week appointment. It protected my foot and made me much more mobile. If you can get one it might also help you.
I have just finished my first week of physio. I think this is not routinely offered but I asked for it as I also have a foot injury. The sessions and stretching exercises have made such a difference to the flexibility in my foot already. I would recommend it to anyone. Sometimes it pays to be proactive I find.
Best Wishes.
Beth
Ram2645
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Welcome to the forum ! I'm 70 and had my surgery on March 26th. I live alone so made sure I prepared well to be able to maintain independence. The experience so far for me has been a success and significantly less painful than a lot of horror stories indicate out there. My main helper is my knee scooter. I could not have done this without it. My healing is progressing nicely and I don't think it is any slower than younger people (from what I have been able to judge from reading the forums). My progress is pretty much outlined in my posts in the Hello There thread. I am going to start a new thread on pre-surgery preparation. You will find reading the threads in this forum are hugely helpful and comforting.
Best of luck with the surgery. Which procedure will you be having?
Jenny031951
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carol19702
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for 2 months don't you think? Glad to know that I should be taking Vit. D. and a friend of mine said Zinc too as it stops any infection. Thanks everyone, I feel I've got a family here as I don't have anyone at home that is sensitive to my plight!...
anne35260
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I am sure you will be fine if you prepare as much as you can beforehand, accept whatever help you can get, and elevate your feet! Lots of books/dvds are great to pass the time in the first few weeks too.
Good Luck
carol19702
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on here.
Anita2014_MARCH_28_Lapidus_right_foot
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The best thing I did was make myself a little 'nest' on my side of the couch. Got a laundry basket and put all my frequently used things in it. Pen, pencil, paper, nail file,Suduko, Magazines etc. On the table next to my 'nest' a container for my pills, kleenex, baby wipes (in case you want to freshenup) a mug with spoons and forks (for eating so you dont have to remember it when you get up) some cookies, crackers and cereal bars (for your tummy in case the meds cause you troubles as mine did the first few days) extra pillows next to you you to help elevate. I also enjoy a heating pad on my chest while the ice is at my feet as it makes me cold all the ice. I have been living in my nightgown for a few weeks and makes bathroom breaks easier too.Make sure you have enough ice packs too. You dont want to get up all the time. I have 6 of them as I have one on my ankle and one behind my knees. It all takes times and I am just 2 weeks post op here and hanging in.
These forums are such a wonderful place to get advice, enjoy your day and just to vent.
When is your actual date of surgery?
carol19702
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gayle23384 carol19702
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writing to check back with you to see how you did with your surgery and how are
you doing by now. Thanks