When do the scars stop feeling sore?
When do the scars stop feeling sore? I'm trying to massage them as suggested by the consultant, but they are still tender to touch and I can almost feel where the screw head is. I'm…
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Scarf & Akin Osteotomy — page 10
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5 weeks post-op from bunion osteotomy.
5 weeks post-op from bunion osteotomy. Am I just a wimp? I have such puffiness, swelling and pain on the pad and opposite side of my foot. I was given the go ahead to walk in boot…
Just a note for those considering oral meds for toenail fungus - I didn't have a single side effect taking…
Just a note for those considering oral meds for toenail fungus - I didn't have a single side effect taking terbinafine for 3 months and my liver wasn't affected at all, it stayed…
And so it begins. 8hrs post-op, so far so good. Surgery was Left 1ST MPJ Fusion, Left 2nd Hammer Toe Repair…
And so it begins. 8hrs post-op, so far so good. Surgery was Left 1ST MPJ Fusion, Left 2nd Hammer Toe Repair, and LEFT 2ND Metatarsal Osteotomy. The first few hours have been…
Has anyone ever used the tanning bed at least twice per week while taking Terbinafine/Lamisil?
Has anyone ever used the tanning bed at least twice per week while taking Terbinafine/Lamisil? I was prescribed this medication. I've taken it before but can't remember if I was…
Hi everyone, I hope you are all doing well.
Hi everyone, I hope you are all doing well. I wanted to give an update after my 2 weeks post op appointment. I had hardware removal, triplane osteotomy of the hindfoot, 1st metatarsal…
Hi there, I'm 4 weeks post scarf and akin surgery.
Hi there, I'm 4 weeks post scarf and akin surgery. Whilst it's healing well and my toe is so much straighter, should I be concerned that there is still a lump on the side? I've added…
Feeling fed up. Nearly 3 weeks post op. Stitches came out on Monday and now I feel like I'm kind of in limbo…
Feeling fed up. Nearly 3 weeks post op. Stitches came out on Monday and now I feel like I'm kind of in limbo. Dr suggested I try wearing trainers every day for as long as it's…
What is the difference between modified scarf and akin osteotomy?
What is the difference between modified scarf and akin osteotomy? Two different consults and two different procedures were suggested. They seem very different to me.
For a bunion surgery - MIS BOAT (similar to Chevron), how long did it really take for most swelling to subside?
For a bunion surgery - MIS BOAT (similar to Chevron), how long did it really take for most swelling to subside? I know you can have swelling up to a year and that is really scaring me…
Hi there. My surgeon Coventry UK has recommended doing scarf and akin over MIS. He does both because whilst…
Hi there. My surgeon Coventry UK has recommended doing scarf and akin over MIS. He does both because whilst the incision may be bigger but not by much, he said they use smaller pins…
Hey everyone. This is my 2nd surgery. I am 2.5 weeks Post Op. I had my left foot done last winter. This time I…
Hey everyone. This is my 2nd surgery. I am 2.5 weeks Post Op. I had my left foot done last winter. This time I had a chevron bunionectomy and the thing they do to separate the 2nd toe…
Hey, I'm 8 weeks into recovery after MIS Scarf and Akin.
Hey, I'm 8 weeks into recovery after MIS Scarf and Akin. UK based, my procedure was in Doncaster. These are my pics and X-rays just before surgery and at 6 weeks. Mine were a rather…
Has anyone ever used the tanning bed at least twice a week while taking Terbinafine/Lamisil?
Has anyone ever used the tanning bed at least twice a week while taking Terbinafine/Lamisil? I was prescribed this medication and I want to keep tanning. I'm getting my graduation…
1/30/26 - UPDATE! 2 weeks post surgery. Bandage came off. No barefoot walking or full weight/walking without…
1/30/26 - UPDATE! 2 weeks post surgery. Bandage came off. No barefoot walking or full weight/walking without my boot. Not even around the block. Have to keep boot on for 4 more weeks…
I had right foot surgery (tarsometatarsal and intercuneiform fusion, bunionectomy, metatarsal weil osteotomy)…
I had right foot surgery (tarsometatarsal and intercuneiform fusion, bunionectomy, metatarsal weil osteotomy) on November 3rd. I have been out of the boot since December 25th. It was…
Thank you for the add.
Thank you for the add. I need any advice please. I am 1 week till bunion surgery. What should do you suggest I prepare ahead of time for? Bunionectomy surgery and distal 1st…
Is this swelling normal?
Is this swelling normal? 8 weeks post op (MIS akin bunionectomy). I have nothing to compare it with.
After dealing with fungus for nearly two decades and trying almost every remedy, I had a podiatrist finally…
After dealing with fungus for nearly two decades and trying almost every remedy, I had a podiatrist finally talk me into taking oral medication - Terbinafine. The left is from April…
is night splint a big help for you guys?
is night splint a big help for you guys? planning to buy those
Would applying Terbinafine cream be any good, as well as taking the oral medication?
Would applying Terbinafine cream be any good, as well as taking the oral medication?
Has anyone ever used the tanning bed at least twice/week while taking Terbinafine/Lamisil?
Has anyone ever used the tanning bed at least twice/week while taking Terbinafine/Lamisil? I was prescribed this medication (I've taken it before but can't remember if I was tanning…
I had lapiplasty and akin osteotomy on 1/15 of this year.
I had lapiplasty and akin osteotomy on 1/15 of this year. These were taken at my 6 week appointment. My great toe looks raised and almost rotated towards my pinky. Anybody else’s…
People who've had scarf-akin osteotomy to their bunion, can you wear heels now?
People who've had scarf-akin osteotomy to their bunion, can you wear heels now?
I've had severe toenail fungus for 18 years!
I've had severe toenail fungus for 18 years! I've tried everything. Finally this year, i feel like I'm seeing huge improvement. - castor oil, tea tree, tinactin cream and Jublia. Wow…
I have parted ways with this sucker!
I have parted ways with this sucker! Enter Hoka trainer. Very comfy. I need to learn to walk again. PT here I come.
Hello! I'm trying to decide between surgical options or no surgery. I'm 57 years old and have lots of travel…
Hello! I'm trying to decide between surgical options or no surgery. I'm 57 years old and have lots of travel and other plans for being active. Problem: painful toes (15+ years) and…
I've battled with my toenail fungus for 20 years, trying various topical over the counter medications…
I've battled with my toenail fungus for 20 years, trying various topical over the counter medications, curanail, scholl....they did not work. I tried soaking them in epsom salts…
I had surgery nov 3.
I had surgery nov 3. The one where he cut the bone and reset it. I had a set back and it added recovery time. I got out of the walking boot tuesday but it hurts to walk and my foot is…
Has anyone had a hardware removal and if so how did you find the recovery?
Has anyone had a hardware removal and if so how did you find the recovery? I had a 1st met osteotomy done over summer but now the swelling has gone down I'm starting to get irritation…