I have been fortunate with my recovery process thus far.
I have been fortunate with my recovery process thus far. Surgery was 12/5, stitches removed 12/18, and pin removed 1/13. My pain and swelling have been minimal even when my stitches…
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Post-Surgery Swelling & Inflammation
Explore 481 community discussions about post-surgery swelling & inflammation, with 704 replies preserved in the archive.
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I am desperate to get some advice!
I am desperate to get some advice! I have had a swollen, stiff middle toe for about 2 months. I have no pain in the toe and is not red all the time but the bottom and top of foot by…
I'm sitting at about 27 days post-op since my MIS bunion surgery.
I'm sitting at about 27 days post-op since my MIS bunion surgery. I was recently asked what prompted me to have bunion surgery at all. About a year or so ago, I was walking with my…
Day 12 now post MI bunion hammertoe and metatarsalgia surgery.
Day 12 now post MI bunion hammertoe and metatarsalgia surgery. No real pain just some discomfort in boot. Significant bruising and swelling still which is all normal I know so I’m…
Dear everyone, I am reaching out because I’m really devastated and would welcome any advice.
Dear everyone, I am reaching out because I’m really devastated and would welcome any advice. On Friday, I had a bunionectomy on the NHS. It was supposed to include surgery on the two…
Hey all- I had a bunionectomy/ hammer toe fused in my right foot.
Hey all- I had a bunionectomy/ hammer toe fused in my right foot. December 19, 2024. April 28, 2025 they had to open me back up as a screw was coming out . You can see in the picture…
Ok, I am 9 weeks post surgery and have been in PT for the last 5 weeks but one of the things they don't do is…
Ok, I am 9 weeks post surgery and have been in PT for the last 5 weeks but one of the things they don't do is massage the foot after my toe was severed due to hammer toe and they also…
I’m looking to have Lapiplasty bunion surgery on both feet .
I’m looking to have Lapiplasty bunion surgery on both feet . A couple questions…. Can they do both feet at the same time ? How long before I can return to working ? My work requires…
It has been over a year and I still don’t know why my 4th curls and my 5th toe curls for another reason.
It has been over a year and I still don’t know why my 4th curls and my 5th toe curls for another reason. X rays look fine. Only one of many wants to operate. So stressed out and tired…
I'm sitting at about 27 days post-op since my MIS bunion surgery.
I'm sitting at about 27 days post-op since my MIS bunion surgery. I was recently asked what prompted me to have bunion surgery at all. About a year or so ago, I was walking with my…
I am now 9wks post-op.
I am now 9wks post-op. Well y’all, I returned to work today. I should say “yesterday” as it’s now well after midnight here (12:33am) and technically it’s a new day. Anyhoo. My shift…
This past January I’ve had my 2nd revision surgery trying to resolve multiple non-union.
This past January I’ve had my 2nd revision surgery trying to resolve multiple non-union. And this one isn’t any better but recently classified as delayed-union and I’m now using…
7 months post op Right bunionectomy lapidus akin calcaneal bone graft harvest.
7 months post op Right bunionectomy lapidus akin calcaneal bone graft harvest. I'm still struggling...since surgery I have dealt with obvious swelling, peroneal tendonitis, plantar…
Pain and tightness that runs along the arch of the foot — aching after long days on your feet, stiff after…
Pain and tightness that runs along the arch of the foot — aching after long days on your feet, stiff after rest, and sensitive when you press along the inner sole — is one of the most…
That stabbing pain in your heel with the very first steps out of bed in the morning — the one that makes you…
That stabbing pain in your heel with the very first steps out of bed in the morning — the one that makes you limp to the bathroom before your feet have had a chance to warm up — is…
I'm struggling so bad right now.
I'm struggling so bad right now. I've had PF for 5 years now and have spent well over 7k on inserts, shoes and surgery. I did the cortisone shots until they stopped working then had…
How many people have had a plantar fasciitis surgery im at my first week back to work its been rough but still…
How many people have had a plantar fasciitis surgery im at my first week back to work its been rough but still no pain just feeling weird also had a bunionectomy and still pretty…
I fractured foot three months ago , a cuboid fracture and ligament damage, my next physio appointment is in…
I fractured foot three months ago , a cuboid fracture and ligament damage, my next physio appointment is in six weeks , I’ve now got a swelling on top of foot near toes I’m wondering…
I am 7 weeks post op and can't walk because of this lump on the bottom of my foot, it hurts to step on it.
I am 7 weeks post op and can't walk because of this lump on the bottom of my foot, it hurts to step on it. Anyone else have this? My Dr and others say it looks fine, just give it more…
Thanks for all the great advice and support in this group!
Thanks for all the great advice and support in this group! I’ve have pain in my right foot since the beginning of the year and finally got an MRI. The results are not what I expected…
Just left my week 7 appointment!
Just left my week 7 appointment! I can finally start to walk flat footed with a little weight (will continue using walker) and begin limited PT. My swelling and pain is virtually non…
I think I can kinda relate to what Ariel was going through, because since my MIS bunion surgery, about 8 weeks…
I think I can kinda relate to what Ariel was going through, because since my MIS bunion surgery, about 8 weeks ago, I have yearned to be a part of the human world again so I could…
Went to see a pedorthist today as a pre-screening to see a surgeon ie I guess they are trying to cull out…
Went to see a pedorthist today as a pre-screening to see a surgeon ie I guess they are trying to cull out those on their list who are not surgical candidates? She examined my feet…
Has anyone had surgery to remove Tailor’s bunions?
Has anyone had surgery to remove Tailor’s bunions? I’m curious about the recovery. I work on my feet and am wondering if the recovery takes a long time and if you had full recovery…
people with fat pads that have moved or move around what do you do for pain?
people with fat pads that have moved or move around what do you do for pain? The fat pads have moved more towards the toes so I can't bend my toes properly when walking or sitting. So…
On week 8 healing from stress fracture halfway down middle toe.
On week 8 healing from stress fracture halfway down middle toe. A callus is forming around it which it’s supposed to do apparently and doctor said I won’t need surgery to scrape off…
How long after surgery did the pain go away?
How long after surgery did the pain go away? I had surgery on Thursday morning and I am still in so much pain. I have one more day of hydrocodone before I run out of meds. A total of…
Hello All, it’s seems the three months post op was when my foot really seem to turn around and start feeling…
Hello All, it’s seems the three months post op was when my foot really seem to turn around and start feeling somewhat normal. Yes, I still have some swelling and the scars are…
I am 8wks post-op.
I am 8wks post-op. Surgery date: June 24th Procedure: Traditional (Scarf/Reese) Surgeon: Podiatrist Yesterday during my pt session, my therapist and I discussed my overall progress…
Has anyone gone to see a sport physician after a referral for bone oedema and the child has been in pain for…
Has anyone gone to see a sport physician after a referral for bone oedema and the child has been in pain for 10 weeks to be told that young females seem that their brain overreacts to…
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