Community experiences
Explore 481 community discussions about post-surgery swelling & inflammation, with 704 replies preserved in the archive.
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Hello everyone! It's been a while since I've last posted something. I could really use some encouragement, I feel like I'm really struggling with the recovery at the moment and I…
Just an update! Good morning y’all. I had r-foot traditional bunion surgery, including a bone graft, on June 24th of this year. The procedure was Scarf/Reese and I have permanent…
I had trauma/injury to my right side of my right foot tripping badly in mid May, about 12 weeks ago. I still have pain on the right side of my right foot and a lot of swelling all…
Hi I’m new to this group soo far it’s been helpful as what not to do and what to try I’ve been suffering with pf for only bout 2 months I’ve had on going feet pain and swelling for…
Had my bunion surgery 8/6 of last year, was out of work until 10/17. Did everything I was suppose to including all my therapy, still the bone didn't heal properly, I still get pain…
Wondering is anyone still on this page after a year post-op? I “signed out” 6 months ago when I was feeling good and back to normal activities. My bunion surgery ( big toe…
Went to the doctor yesterday and got fitted for a better cast they added extra padding since I have a pressure sore on my heel No photo description available.. No photo description…
Worst doctor visit ever this morning!!! I just want to vent. I should have known it was gonna be bad when they called me yesterday to tell me my appointment was at 8 am this morning…
Has anyone had surgery to help with Plantar Fasciitis specifically? Shared post So Arre Has anybody experienced nerve pain all over their foot and up the calf after receiving a…
Good morning I just had my bunion surgery last Monday ,so far so good I still have to take pain medicine,I pretty much lay in my bed or in my backyard with my foot elevated and ice on…
Over a year since having both feet done with bunion surgery. And still can not wear tennis shoes very good. Only thing that's comfortable is crocs Shared post Megan LD I had my MTP…
Anyone one have any hints on stopping those "zingers" which feel like small electrical charges that go through the incision area....I know its a long shot, just wishful…
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…
One week post op. Is there any aerobic exercise I can safely do? Shared post Nina Horsman 6 wks today yay me .No pain a little stiffness getting better each day.Specialist rang Wed…
I’m scheduled for Ossio bunion surgery. It’s a minimally invasive surgery with fiber screw and staples. Anyone else have this type done? Shared post Emma Woods Question,has anyone…
Question for the ladies! Has anyone tried Vivaia boots? I see their ads all the time, saying they're a good boot for us bunion babes. I'm in need of a cute boot, so I'm tempted!…
Questions: for those who did the minimally invasive surgery does insurance cover that? Also the boot? Or you pay out of pocket? Shared post Dana Chambers Quinn Had my 10 week post op…
Australia ..New here . Undiagnosed, actually not sure what is going on, Have been told by my orthopaedic surgeon that I have a very rare Deformity with osteoarthritis in my knees, I…
One week post op. Is there any aerobic exercise I can safely do? Shared post Tracy Burns Show of hands, would you do it again? I have surgery scheduled for 9/03. I struggled with pain…
10 weeks post op and my big toe is still curving and going behind my 2nd toe. I've been wearing a spacer since around week 3 and taping for the last 4 weeks...still nothing. Thoughts?…
Super happy with the surgery results (6 weeks post surgery) but the swelling is the worst Even on my heel it feels like I am walking on a water balloon Any tips other than ice, and…
i walked without post op boots minimally after getting sutures out, not realizing I shouldn't. am i ok? they were wrapped and I have been diligently icing and elevating...I'm talking…
I walked on my foot too much after bunionectomy and the pin poked through the bottom of my foot. Developed wound infection. Hospitalized for I&D surgery and 5 days for IV antibiotics…
After the first few days of the most excruciating pain, I’m pain free! Stitch s removed today, dressing on and although the swelling hadn’t subsided, I couldn’t be happier. Still…
After your surgery when did you start sleeping without elevating your foot No photo description available. Shared post Natasha Johnson I am now 9wks post-op. Well y’all, I returned to…
Round 2. About a month from my first surgery. So my dr put 2 screws in a month ago but it failed so today he put a plate in. Hopefully this will resolve my bunion Has anyone had to…
Question,has anyone changed their job after having their operations? I'm a cleaner in a school, working 2 half hours a day 5 days a week. Shared post Julie Stilwell Hi. Has anyone…
About to have surgery to correct my tailors bunion tomorrow morning My pinky toe sits under the toe next to it and causes it to bleed after the day is done Doctor is performing a…
I'm having MIS next Friday on my left foot. I have help for 3 days. Will that be enough? I already had surgery on my right foot, and I'm 5 weeks into recovery and doing really well…
I am 8wks post-op. Surgery date: June 24th Procedure: Traditional (Scarf/Reese) Surgeon: Podiatrist Carrie Stein i walked without post op boots minimally after getting sutures out…