Surgery October 9th.
Surgery October 9th. I’m very stressed. 69. Live alone. No weight bearing for at least 6 WEEKS. I plan on skilled nursing home for 2 weeks after. But I have bowel and bladder issues…
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I have to say this was the best experience!
I have to say this was the best experience! I was reading all the post op posts on here and was scared to death of the recovery after bunion surgery. Posts of so much pain, not being…
Surgery was Friday, Sept 4th and doing well but experiencing arch pain but no stitches there.
Surgery was Friday, Sept 4th and doing well but experiencing arch pain but no stitches there. Anyone else dealing with the same pain? Esp big toe seems to jerk at the end of the day…
For me, foot drop feels like my foot doesn’t want to lift the way it’s supposed to.
For me, foot drop feels like my foot doesn’t want to lift the way it’s supposed to. I have to be careful when I walk because my toes can catch on the ground. Walking barefoot…
Shoe Recommendation for Severe Bunion - cushioned/extra wide Good Day, My mother and I have a trip coming up -…
Shoe Recommendation for Severe Bunion - cushioned/extra wide Good Day, My mother and I have a trip coming up - it will involve quite a bit of walking. My mother has a MASSIVE bunion…
My dear hopalongers and bootyboot clompers.
My dear hopalongers and bootyboot clompers. Well, tis me, I'm still here. Been a while since I last posted and I have received some private messages from some members how my progress…
I’ve been wearing OOFOS flip-flops everywhere.
I’ve been wearing OOFOS flip-flops everywhere. It provides cushion so I can even get out of bed first thing in the am without wanting to scream. I am about to have to walk up a…
3wks and 5 days post surgery plantar fasciectomy and Tarsal Tunnel release.
3wks and 5 days post surgery plantar fasciectomy and Tarsal Tunnel release. I have graduated out of my boot and into tennis shoes as long as my foot will tolerate. I am supposed to…
So just joined this group!
So just joined this group! I had fourth and fifth toes and part of thos first metatarsals on my right foot removed due to melanoma in 2012. Then had my heel straightened on left foot…
people with fat pads that have moved or move around what do you do for pain?
people with fat pads that have moved or move around what do you do for pain? The fat pads have moved more towards the toes so I can't bend my toes properly when walking or sitting. So…
I broke my first metatarsal on my left foot back in February and I was non-weight-bearing in a boot for 7 to 8…
I broke my first metatarsal on my left foot back in February and I was non-weight-bearing in a boot for 7 to 8 weeks. The last few weeks I have started physical therapy and I am back…
How to stop pain on the little toe joint outside of the foot and under the little toe?
How to stop pain on the little toe joint outside of the foot and under the little toe? This starting after walking in slightly narrower shoes eventhough I had no pain while walking…
On week 8 healing from stress fracture halfway down middle toe.
On week 8 healing from stress fracture halfway down middle toe. A callus is forming around it which it’s supposed to do apparently and doctor said I won’t need surgery to scrape off…
Hi guys, I've got my bunion surgery coming up on the 25th of September.
Hi guys, I've got my bunion surgery coming up on the 25th of September. I'll be honest with you, I'm a tad nervous. Ok, I'm terrified. I made the mistake of looking at a surgery video…
After 18 days I finally figured out how to sleep, walk in the boot, exercise an hour a day without standing…
After 18 days I finally figured out how to sleep, walk in the boot, exercise an hour a day without standing, shower freely, and chill. PSA: Don’t worry about OSSIO if you are healthy…
Just joined this group today after a diagnosis by my Podiatrist 2 weeks ago of PF.
Just joined this group today after a diagnosis by my Podiatrist 2 weeks ago of PF. But reading through here, I wonder if in fact I do have PF? 2 weeks ago i was doing my morning walk…
Surgery was Friday, Sept 4th and doing well but experiencing arch pain but no stitches there.
Surgery was Friday, Sept 4th and doing well but experiencing arch pain but no stitches there. Anyone else dealing with the same pain? Esp big toe seems to jerk at the end of the day…
I am 8wks post-op.
I am 8wks post-op. Surgery date: June 24th Procedure: Traditional (Scarf/Reese) Surgeon: Podiatrist Yesterday during my pt session, my therapist and I discussed my overall progress…
Edit to add: there is some inflate button but no one ever told me how to use it and I tried Google lens and no…
Edit to add: there is some inflate button but no one ever told me how to use it and I tried Google lens and no luck so I will wait till dr appt tomorrow. Edited to correct sit to…
Hi all! This group has been so helpful for me as I both cope with life pre-surgery and prepare for how life…
Hi all! This group has been so helpful for me as I both cope with life pre-surgery and prepare for how life will be post-surgery. So thank you to the admins and those who contribute…
Has anyone gone to see a sport physician after a referral for bone oedema and the child has been in pain for…
Has anyone gone to see a sport physician after a referral for bone oedema and the child has been in pain for 10 weeks to be told that young females seem that their brain overreacts to…
Hello, I am a 50 year old white male, A few weeks ago I woke up with my right foot hurting a little, it was…
Hello, I am a 50 year old white male, A few weeks ago I woke up with my right foot hurting a little, it was the a joint just below the ankle and hurt when pressure was applied, lasted…
I’m day 8 of my MIS on right bunion and it’s going really well.
I’m day 8 of my MIS on right bunion and it’s going really well. Lots of walking today and dinner out on boot. So at my next post op I can going to ask to have the left foot checked…
Hello everyone! It's been a while since I've last posted something. I could really use some encouragement, I…
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…
I’m day 8 of my MIS on right bunion and it’s going really well.
I’m day 8 of my MIS on right bunion and it’s going really well. Lots of walking today and dinner out on boot. So at my next post op I can going to ask to have the left foot checked…
2 weeks 1 day post op and had my first little walk around the house.
2 weeks 1 day post op and had my first little walk around the house. That first few steps felt wierd! It's wonderful not having a big lump sticking out the side of my trainer - left…
Anyone else find themselves walking thru side of their foot rather then thru the toes cos its painful but now…
Anyone else find themselves walking thru side of their foot rather then thru the toes cos its painful but now side of the foot hurts too i can get about and get stuff done if I walk…
I’m having bunion surgery and two bone spurs removed next week, do I need a walker?
I’m having bunion surgery and two bone spurs removed next week, do I need a walker? Recommendations would be great there are so many options TIA
General suggestion: could people specify whether they have flat feet or high arches, etc., and give more…
General suggestion: could people specify whether they have flat feet or high arches, etc., and give more specific info with suggestions, especially about shoes and insoles. I have…
Just an update! Good morning y’all. I had r-foot traditional bunion surgery, including a bone graft, on June…
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…