Doc gave me a medium boot post op.
Doc gave me a medium boot post op. This is the smallest it will go. Should I ask for a smaller one? Nan Elizabeth Who’s been given Jounavx for their post-op pain ? Would love to hear…
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Doc gave me a medium boot post op. This is the smallest it will go. Should I ask for a smaller one? Nan Elizabeth Who’s been given Jounavx for their post-op pain ? Would love to hear…
9 days after MIS surgery (right side), my foot is suddenly feeling much worse - I can't have even a minute of scooting around upright before it becomes unbearably uncomfortable. The…
6 days till my Scarf Akin and Oxford weills Correction. Getting organised with the items I’ll need Has anyone used this Wedge ? Would you recommend or are pillows sufficient ? Yolanda…
Day 3 post op -scarf akin osteotomy and Oxford weils correction of 2nd toe It’s very painful and numb but I’m managing well with the medication I’m feeling optimistic and focusing on…
I'm so confused and stressed about whether or not to have surgery. I'm in the UK and don't have the money to go private. I had a consultation in January 2025 and the doc said I should…
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…
This is my foot two weeks after the op. Quite pleased with it. I’m taking it steadily, still elevating a lot but finding it liberating that when I walk I do it fully on both feet…
Had surgery a week ago, finding it so frustrating not being able to do anything and think me and the hubby are on the verge of throttling each other Diana Montague Hi - glad to have…
My bunions have been getting worse over the past few years. Have people got surgery at this point so that it can be minimally invasive? Joan Lindenmuth I had hardware removal mis and…
Having a revision of my bunionectomy in a couple of weeks. The main screw is backing out. My original surgery was June 2nd, so my foot has not healed yet. Need a new screw placed…
Hi, I have so many things to do within a 5 mile radius I’m 3 weeks out of surgery. Has anyone driven with your left foot? Or should I take an uber Nancy Bernier My bunions have been…
Here’s the picture of what I’ve been using Jackie Schroader Good morning! I’ve visited this page more than once but first time posting. Sorry this is long and it’s been building up!…
I’m going to be having a good riddance bunion party when I’m 100% healed. I ordered paper plates with sandals on them and napkins . I also got a knife with a foot on it to cut the…
First Appointment to see Podiatrist Consultant .Ive had Pre Op Assessment done & im booked in for Operation on the 12th November! Its not as straight forward as I thought , instead of…
I’m 2 days post op and my foot is so itchy. I have a question what was the best way to shower I have a shower stool and a cap to go over my knee but is there anything else that can…
Hey at what point can you moisturise your foot and scar? I'm 17 days post op and my foots so dry and the scar is so tight but still scabbed so unsure. And would you wait a few more…
Good morning! I’ve visited this page more than once but first time posting. Sorry this is long and it’s been building up! My surgery is on Sept 4th and the PLAN is “ Minimally…
I’m wondering when everyone was cleared to start weight training again. How long did it take before you could at least lift dumbbells? I’m assuming cardio will have to wait a little…
I am a figure skater and now coaching 3 to 6 hrs per day in skates. My bunions are killing me. I don’t think surgery is a good choice for me because of the risks that I won’t be able…
All done 😊 Procedure: Scarf Bunionectomy w/Reese Osteotomy R-Foot Performed by:Podiatric Surgeon Hardware: 2 Titanium Screws I’m heel-walking starting now! All done Procedure: Scarf…
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…
4 months post surgery. Are my bunions coming back?! definitely making a follow up appointment No photo description available. Shared post Linda Blake Smisko Does anyone with large…
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…
Anyone have the procedure called TenJetHydrocisiom done to eliminate PF pain? Description below: The TenJet procedure is a minimally invasive treatment for chronic plantar fasciitis…
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…
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…
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…
Hi everyone! I’m looking for experiences and advice from people who have had revision surgery on the big toe/MTP I joint, especially from other runners. I had both feet operated on in…
⭐️ UPDATED TO ADD POST-OP PICS 6 DAYS AFTER SURGERY .. VERY SWOLLEN (SAUSAGE TOES 🐷) BUT OK OTHERWISE ⭐️ St Petersburg, FL: Yesterday i had my MIS Austin/Akin bunionectomy plus a…
I’m having surgery, MIS on Thursday. My husband wants to golf the following Tuesday. Can I cut him loose?? Shared post Carol Knowlton-Chirko I know some in this group did both feet…