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I have pain in this circled area 6 months post lapidus with confirmed nonunion. Slight swelling in the area. Very painful to walk and step through with a normal gait. I’m limping…
I had my final follow up appointment this afternoon at 10 weeks post op. I still have some tightness and swelling but X-rays looked great, foot is healing well and I’m finally out of…
How long did the swelling last for some of you
I had surgery in April and had my cast off finally Wednesday so 6 weeks in the cast but the swelling and colour change as soon as I put my foot on the floor is drastic. It goes purple…
Week 4 post op Quite swollen now when I had dressing and splint off. I think it's healing ok! Still numb to touch. Main pain today is from my back and hip
Three weeks tomorrow since I had surgery . I had an infection and a week of anti-biotics , but things are looking a lot better.
AI’s Answer To Supplementation After Foot Surgery **This is NOT medical advice! I asked AI what supplements would be helpful after foot surgery when bone fusion and harvesting were…
Four days past surgery so far so good for the most part. This group has been an invaluable resource. I had purchased a knee scooter for the recovery period. However, I am finding it…
Just got my bunionectomy today! Feeling pretty good - this pain pump is awesome! I welcome any tips and all advice for the rest of recovery
Hi everyone! I’m having hardware removal surgery next Wednesday after being in pain for 2 years following my bunion surgery. My surgeon will also be giving me an ankle injection while…
Today is Day 6 after my foot surgery. My surgeon prescribed up to 8 oxycodone tablets per day, but I only took 4 tablets on Day 4 and none today. Thankfully, the swelling has gone…
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Having 3 surgeries coming up on my foot. What are your MUST haves for recovery. I have a foot pillow I love. I’ll be in a cast so not sure how I’ll ice. What are your go to keep…
Hi everyone! So glad to have found this group. My husband was able to get last minute slotted in to get bunionectomy this morning on his left foot. Doctor said likely two weeks NWB…
Hi all, I've got lapiplasty and 2nd toe osteotomy coming up. If you've had something similar, how was your foot bandaged up after surgery? A 4th year resident (aiding the surgeon)…
I wanted to post an update on my experience with bunion surgery for anyone considering it, hopefully it will provide some optimism! I had lapiplasty on my left foot in August 2024. At…
Day 2 lapiplasty and 2nd toe osteotomy. The nerve block I received behind the knee is still working 32 hours later. The bumper plate extending from my toe area has been great at…
3rd yes 3rd surgery 2/25 lapiplasty 10/25 revision removal hardware put in new hardware different product 4/25 revision due to non fused bones
Six weeks post op Lapiplasty with akin. Splint two weeks, cast two weeks, in boot now with progressive weight bearing. I’m still having swelling that is causing a lot of nerve pain…
7 weeks post op 3rd surgery same foot All in 1.5 years 1-lapiplasty 2-removal hardware revision and new hardware
Has anyone had lapiplasty done and if so, how was your recovery? Planning on doing the right foot soon - no pain in the bunion itself but have had hip/upper leg pain for a few years…
I'm finally deciding to get surgery and was offered toe fusion or the lapiplasty procedure. After discussion with the doctor and 2 consults I'm leaning toward fusion. Right foot will…
Our 2012s absolutely BALLED OUT this season. Too many trophies to count. Congrats, fellas! We’re proud of you and so excited for what the future holds in homegrown Oh yeah, and…
I made a post asking if laser treatments had NOT worked for anyone, but because I got a lot of people whom that was the case for: HAS professional laser treatment worked for anyone?…
Doctor’s opinions: My internist: Sure, you can delay taking Terbinafine until you’ve tapered off the drug with which you would have adverse interactions. Terbinafine takes 12-24…
I had to quit snowboarding after 25 years of riding due to an injury that lead to metatarsalgia and nerve damage exacerbated by hammer toe. The pressure on my feet from the stiff…
I may have found a solution for my Hammer Toe. Initially, I was given Zentoes Gel Toe Cap for my left foot, third toe but that did nearly nothing for me and was recommended a…
I'm at a loss...I am in so much pain and don't know what else to do. Have had x-rays, MRI, injections, tried magnesium spray...All test came back showing nothing. I've traded shoes…
Has anyone had tendon release for a hammer toe!
Can anyone advise of (cheap) shoes for my feet? Both my big toes dont touch the floor and several of the smaller toes are also clawed, my balance is rubbish and both my big toes but…