I’ll be 7wks post-op tmrw.
I’ll be 7wks post-op tmrw. I was scheduled to attend pt this morning but my therapist, sadly, had an unexpected death in her family. I was given the option of receiving pt through…
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Anyone know a good/great bunion surgeon in the dc or Baltimore md area?
Anyone know a good/great bunion surgeon in the dc or Baltimore md area? I wish i had done it a few years ago but i didn’t and it got worse and hurts every day and multiple bone spurs…
Good morning! Ive been told I will need a bunionectomy along with a tmt fusion on my right foot. It was…
Good morning! Ive been told I will need a bunionectomy along with a tmt fusion on my right foot. It was originally going to be a minimally invasive bunion surgery, but new pain…
I’m hoping that I will get the call soon for the date of my surgery, it’s been 9 months since I am waiting.
I’m hoping that I will get the call soon for the date of my surgery, it’s been 9 months since I am waiting. Any advice what to ask at the pre op appointment? I was told that it could…
I had a fusion of my big toe end of April , i had issues with the prominent hardware on the top of my foot…
I had a fusion of my big toe end of April , i had issues with the prominent hardware on the top of my foot, unable to or anything that touched it , at the end of the day the area of…
Hi, has anyone had this operation because of- metatarsal sesamoid osteoarthritis and hallux valgus deformity.
Hi, has anyone had this operation because of- metatarsal sesamoid osteoarthritis and hallux valgus deformity. Then had this Scarf and Akins osteotomy on the toe. How is your foot now…
Advice please No photo description available.
Advice please No photo description available. Shared post Amy Smith With minimally invasive how many weeks did you take off work and what is your profession? Interested in knowing…
Hi, I have tailors bunions on both my feet, I’m due for surgery in just shy of 2 weeks, getting both feet done…
Hi, I have tailors bunions on both my feet, I’m due for surgery in just shy of 2 weeks, getting both feet done and I was told it was a minimally invasive surgery. I just wanted to…
I am having MIS and hardware removal on Friday.
I am having MIS and hardware removal on Friday. I had lapiplasty on my right foot in Jan and now my left foot needs redone. Thankful it is minimal this time. Still asking for prayers…
Just a little funny, for this Sunday...
Just a little funny, for this Sunday... No photo description available. Shared post Susan Lipsey 1 week post op. My doctor said no infection and looks good. One more week and I get my…
I recently gained access to my fungal laboratory test results from a year ago.
I recently gained access to my fungal laboratory test results from a year ago. I have had onchomycosis for 10 years or more and to say I am more frustrated than ever. Unbeknownst to…
G'day I am from Adelaide Australia, had my surgery on the 7th of July as you can see my Bunion Scaring is very…
G'day I am from Adelaide Australia, had my surgery on the 7th of July as you can see my Bunion Scaring is very minimal very happy with the result .I go back on Tues this wk to have…
Need ur suggestions guys .
Need ur suggestions guys . I live in Toronto No photo description available. Shared post DaSean Brown Turns out the toe became infected under the nail and they suspect the pin could…
How many weeks post-op did your scab completely fall off?
How many weeks post-op did your scab completely fall off? I am 6 weeks post-op and still have a small portion of scab. I am allowed to get a pedicure when it has completely fallen…
4 weeks of having my feet wrapped and heels of my feet are cracked so bad and neglected lol.
4 weeks of having my feet wrapped and heels of my feet are cracked so bad and neglected lol. Any recommended healing lotions or oils? Shared post Sheelagh Coghlan Does anyone have a…
6 months post-op update - Scarf and akin osteotomy to big toe and 2nd pip fusion.
6 months post-op update - Scarf and akin osteotomy to big toe and 2nd pip fusion. Did couch to 5k in May and June (did 5k park run on 20th June) was still having some discomfort. Ran…
Hi all. Has anyone had MIS with no hardware. I've been trying to get in touch with my surgeon as there was no…
Hi all. Has anyone had MIS with no hardware. I've been trying to get in touch with my surgeon as there was no information provided post op. I'm almost 3 weeks in and struggling with…
I love the HOKA Clifton’s Just ordered HOKA TRANSPORT ANY ONE HAVE THESE?
I love the HOKA Clifton’s Just ordered HOKA TRANSPORT ANY ONE HAVE THESE? Shared post StunningHeron9015 Currently waiting scarf/ akin osteotomy. My surgeon advised to take the time…
I had bunion surgery 3 years ago.
I had bunion surgery 3 years ago. My pain and recovery had been tough. Finally went back to the doctor to discover my big toe joint is full of arthritis. We've tried…
5.5 weeks post-op.
5.5 weeks post-op. Progressing in physical therapy. In addition to the usual toe mobility and balancing exercises, I did heel to toe walking on a straight line, zig zag lateral crab…
Hello all! My MIS procedure is scheduled for tomorrow at 9:45am. These items plus a knee scooter and shower…
Hello all! My MIS procedure is scheduled for tomorrow at 9:45am. These items plus a knee scooter and shower chair are what I have to help aid in my recovery. Am I missing anything…
Hello everyone, I’m 3 weeks post op and am starting to look for sandals.
Hello everyone, I’m 3 weeks post op and am starting to look for sandals. For those of you who wore Birkenstocks after surgery, did you get the wide ones (width D)? Shared post Jill…
Anyone have a good scar cream /remedy for their bunion scar?
Anyone have a good scar cream /remedy for their bunion scar? Shared post Nina Bromham Has anyone had success delaying the progress of a bunion? I’m guessing no one has reversed a…
After 4 long weeks my feet are finally free!!
After 4 long weeks my feet are finally free!! Doctor did not wrap them back up today and cleared me to wear regular shoes! My skin is so dry and cracked ughhh. But any tips? I have a…
26 hours post op. He did put in 2 screws. No pain yet. Is it going to hit?? Shared post Judy Lodico Salerno…
26 hours post op. He did put in 2 screws. No pain yet. Is it going to hit?? Shared post Judy Lodico Salerno Surgery 7Am tomorrow! Doctor said it would be 70 to 80% better which I am…
Anyone try this device?
Anyone try this device? Should I assume it doesn’t work? May be an image of text that says '7:04 treatmedy.com X Spring Sale: 50% Off Free Shipping TreatMedy Your At-Home Solution For…
How is everyone sleeping!?1st night home and not sure how I'll sleep Shared post Victoria Rose Baxter Dearest…
How is everyone sleeping!?1st night home and not sure how I'll sleep Shared post Victoria Rose Baxter Dearest hopalongers and bootyboot clompers. Well I've been playing with the…
Hi. I just joined. I’ve had 1 previous bunionectomies on my left foot (2 surgeries on my right foot) via the…
Hi. I just joined. I’ve had 1 previous bunionectomies on my left foot (2 surgeries on my right foot) via the shaving of the bone. I have RA and the bunions grew back. Next month I’m…
When did yall quit limping and started walking fairly normal and at regular speed?
When did yall quit limping and started walking fairly normal and at regular speed? Shared post MotivatedEagle5343 I’ve had multiple surgeries in the past year, including Lapidus…
Hello! My 11 year old daughter will be getting bunion surgery on her left foot. She is in constant pain, so…
Hello! My 11 year old daughter will be getting bunion surgery on her left foot. She is in constant pain, so it’s the next step. My question is: because she is younger, and very…