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i am having the op wot will i need to know

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mark50243
mark50243

Hi peeps i am having my op on the 5th how long will it be befor i can go back to work ???

 

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  • bunionsNomore
    bunionsNomore mark50243

    Posted

    Hi Mark, getting back to work depends on the type of job you have. If it's a desk job it's about 6 weeks. But if it's more demanding, involves a lot of standing and walking then your looking at 10-12 weeks. Obviously these are just guidelines and ultimately it depends on the individual. When they say your feet will tell you, they mean it. If your in pain, it means you've over done it and you'll have to take it down a notch or two. You'll have to consider driving too. You'll have to notify your insurance company, and how soon you can start driving depends on which foot you have operated on and wether you drive a manual or automatic. 

    Hope all this helps, and wish you a speedy recovery, me on the other hand am having a sh*tty recovery sad 

    • mark50243
      mark50243 bunionsNomore

      Posted

      Hi well i have had mine done naw so i am on day 1 all tips will be welcome thank.s 
    • mark50243
      mark50243 bunionsNomore

      Posted

      Hi it's me again lol i ride a motorbike and it's my right foot i had done i had Scarf osteotomy and akin if this helps lol thank's for your reply .
  • mark50243
    mark50243

    Posted

    this is my foot at 1 week post op 
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