Community experiences
Explore 1,146 community discussions about walking & weight bearing after surgery, with 1,841 replies preserved in the archive.
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Holy Moly !!! 3 weeks out and this pin is sticking out I don’t get it removed until the end of September . I have to keep it covered with thick bandaids so I don’t snag it on anything…
I had my surgery on Wednesday I’m not needed any pain killers ( did on Wednesday and Thursday am) Am fully weight bearing Using crutches sparingly Back to working from home ( only 4…
Has anyone else’s mental health taken a dip as a result of PF? My foot seems to be improving but I’m frightened of doing a lot of the things I enjoy in case it causes a flair up. Mega…
Annie Lennox was right, because if sweet dreams are made of this, and who am I to disagree? I'm sitting at around 5 1/2 weeks post-op... from MIS bunion surgery, and today was like a…
I’m having surgery tomorrow! Can I go upstairs after surgery? Ty Pie I'm about 6 weeks out from my MIS bunion surgery, and the aim of my posts is to try and be as honest as possible…
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 had surgery yesterday and am in a heel walking shoe that I need to wear for 2 weeks until my check up. Only walking for 5 mins per hour for 2 weeks. I was told to buy Hoka trainers…
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…
Ok so I had to postpone my surgery due to divorce and financially I can’t take time off right now. I’ve been running and going to the gym a lot and my bunion has never Nina Horsman…
Did anyone else overdo it on the toe rises and now have an inflamed toe with bone now rubbing on bone and less cartilage as a result? Taping my big toe helps a bit as do anti…
Best shoes/sandels What have been the best shoes for you in helping relieve PF. I stand most of the day on a hard surface. I’ve been wearing Hoka sneakers for two years now. Annabelle…
Hiya, is a hospital nurse on here who as had bunion surgery ? Kristin Kelso Good morning! Ive been told I will need a bunionectomy along with a tmt fusion on my right foot. It was…
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…
What has people's experience been with PRP? I've had two shockwave treatments (the high intensity kind), several rounds of PT, tried all the braces, stretching, scraping, massaging…
Hi recently joined. I have multiple issues going on with both my feet, from plantar fasciitis, bunions, and bunionettes, heal spurs on bottom and back of heels plus accessory ossicle…
Has anyone else been completely disappointed with seeing a podiatrist? I (after waiting over a month) had my first visit with a podiatrist today. He didn't really tell me anything…
Which insole is best for plantar fasciitis? What’s the best insole for walking and basketball? Dawn Lee Hi guys I’ve got an appointment for steroid injection and was wondering if it…
Advise on best sneakers with arch support and favorite sandals that look ok? Lynn Meister Mueller I have noticed that anytime I wear sneakers my toes get numb but I'm ok wearing…
I love the HOKA Clifton’s Just ordered HOKA TRANSPORT ANY ONE HAVE THESE? Kinsey Koehler Does anyone know of any slip on barefoot shoes? Kind of like the Skechers. Or any with a…
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 had the surgery yesterday and had to go get it cleaned because blood started dripping but it doesn’t look too bad goldpeach25 If you could choose your surgeon for Minimally…
Left foot Open Surgery TOMORROW morning! Wish me luck. Janet Spencer Molina What sandal have you found to be the most comfortable to wear on a daily basis? For those of you wearing…
I’ve had plantar fasciitis for about 8 months now. I’ve tried all the things from stretches to ice to hoka shoes. I work in healthcare so I’m constantly on my feet and stand for long…
When my podiatrist told me I could not wear sandals that really affected me because I do not wear closed toe shoes only to the gym, but I was willing to follow doctors orders to get…
High Arches How high would you clarify the arch in my foot? I'm due for PF release surgery to help my arch collapse, and wondered how anyone got on with the same surgery? Phil Duffy…
New here, hello. Had a bad sprain years ago, and had slight pain long after. Three years ago, I went to Europe for 2 weeks and the walking aggravated it into tendinitis. I went to an…
Tennis shoe Recs Any other fellow surgical techs, cross-fitters in here that can recommend some good every day tennis shoes and cross trainers? I like Altra, flux and xero shoes but…
For anyone that used the surgical sandal instead of a boot… were there any times that you wished you also had a boot or was the sandal good? Shared post Kristy Eccles Hi all! Thursday…
I’m nearing my appointment where I should be cleared to wear sneakers. Does this also mean I can wear other shoes like Birkenstocks or strictly sneakers? Shared post Ty Pie I'm about…