I had bunion surgery with two screws 6 months ago.
I had bunion surgery with two screws 6 months ago. I still have limited toe mobility and pain when walking. I can’t walk fast or run, and my toe cracks when I wiggle it. I also get…
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Still haven't made my mind up, about a Knee Scooter yet.
Still haven't made my mind up, about a Knee Scooter yet. I'm I mad Clare Louise Pratt Hiya, is a hospital nurse on here who as had bunion surgery ? Shelby Ketterman I’m having my…
I had my surgery 1 week ago (August 17th) and I can honestly say it has been good so far.
I had my surgery 1 week ago (August 17th) and I can honestly say it has been good so far. The only time felt pain was when I slept through my alarm for my meds on day 3 Sayble Hopkin…
Hi there, 3 weeks post op.
Hi there, 3 weeks post op. Question, how do you pass the day? CourteousRadish9465 Did you have surgery and now you're living pain free (from your bunions)? Are you so glad you had it…
Has anyone had their 2nd bunion surgery within 2 weeks of each other?
Has anyone had their 2nd bunion surgery within 2 weeks of each other? Carol Knowlton-Chirko I know some in this group did both feet together. How many of you spaced it 6 to 8 weeks…
Throbbing tonight Erica Young Is there less pain/quicker recovery with keyhole - minimally invasive surgery…
Throbbing tonight Erica Young Is there less pain/quicker recovery with keyhole - minimally invasive surgery please? Sierra Michelle Larson I have pretty severe bunions on both of my…
Has anyone experienced a toe fold like this?
Has anyone experienced a toe fold like this? I'm 3 weeks post op. I has bilateral surgery and my left big toe looks fine. Thank you. Jenn Chladil Raynaud's and Bunion Surgery: I got…
6 days till my Scarf Akin and Oxford weills Correction.
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…
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…
6 wks today yay me .No pain a little stiffness getting better each day.Specialist rang Wed with xray results…
6 wks today yay me .No pain a little stiffness getting better each day.Specialist rang Wed with xray results from Mon he is happy.He will ring again in 12wks to make sure screws…
Has anyone else had this happen?
Has anyone else had this happen? I had bunion surgery May 22nd. I have a pin in my big toe and also one in the middle of my foot reconnecting my big toe joint. The toe next to my big…
Hi everyone! Thanks so much for this group. I've been following along for a long time and have gotten so many…
Hi everyone! Thanks so much for this group. I've been following along for a long time and have gotten so many good tips from all of you. Well, it's finally my turn. After going to…
Ladies, has anyone ordered from these sites?
Ladies, has anyone ordered from these sites? The shoes look like they may work for post bunion surgery since there's arch support and a roomier toe box. US.SOLEBLISS.COM Sole Bliss…
I had surgery on Aug 14th.
I had surgery on Aug 14th. I had my right foot surgery in Jan. And now my left foot, I had hardware removal, MIS and apparently hammertoe surgery done. Pain level is moderate. The…
Did you have surgery and now you're living pain free (from your bunions)?
Did you have surgery and now you're living pain free (from your bunions)? Are you so glad you had it done? Does anyone here regret their surgery? Did it end up worse than it was…
1 week post op! (Bunion removal & screws in toes) How long did you keep your foot elevated? I’ve still got it…
1 week post op! (Bunion removal & screws in toes) How long did you keep your foot elevated? I’ve still got it elevated most of the day! Still taking Tylenol Sarah HB Edited to remove…
Show of hands, would you do it again?
Show of hands, would you do it again? I have surgery scheduled for 9/03. I struggled with pain for 6 months this year, however, since June, no pain. I’m really second guessing if I…
So 15 weeks post op right foot....
So 15 weeks post op right foot.... Back in trainers and saw consultant today who is happy with progress. Took x-ray of left foot to assess for surgery... my big toe is arthritic. But…
I had bunion surgery on March 25th.
I had bunion surgery on March 25th. I developed a blister on top of my foot close to my toes N so far the wound has not healed. My foot gets very swollen by d end of d day. Any…
I have a specific inquiry.
I have a specific inquiry. I had the minimally invasive bunion surgery Feb 26, 2026 on my right foot. Prior to that I wore Dr Martens unless it was warm enough for sandals, then it…
This is my foot two weeks after the op.
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…
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…
Edited to remove me saying I had x-rays as I've not had any since before my op Hi all.
Edited to remove me saying I had x-rays as I've not had any since before my op Hi all. I had MIS, no hardware, NHS UK back in July. I've hit 4 weeks now and it's going well. I've had…
I’m on day 3 post surgery.
I’m on day 3 post surgery. exostectomy, 2 inch incision. I was told by the doctor that recovery is way faster and should be lightly walking right after surgery…. Umm yeah no. The pain…
I think I can kinda relate to what Ariel was going through, because since my MIS bunion surgery, about 8 weeks…
I think I can kinda relate to what Ariel was going through, because since my MIS bunion surgery, about 8 weeks ago, I have yearned to be a part of the human world again so I could…
Hi, I’m due to get surgery on both my feet soon for tailors bunions, I just wondered what people’s experiences…
Hi, I’m due to get surgery on both my feet soon for tailors bunions, I just wondered what people’s experiences have been like, I was told it will be a minimally invasive surgery…
Having a revision of my bunionectomy in a couple of weeks.
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…
Has anyone ever dropped somthing heavy on your surgery foot without shoes on?
Has anyone ever dropped somthing heavy on your surgery foot without shoes on? I dropped on ipad and the corner it landed right on the scar/ metal plate. And boy does it not feel good…
I’m new to the group and so glad I found it.
I’m new to the group and so glad I found it. Thank you all for sharing your experiences. I have nerve damage in my foot. Horrible life altering constant pain. This surfaced after…
Hi everyone! Hope you are all recovering well. Had right foot surgery on July 23rd. Stitches out yesterday…
Hi everyone! Hope you are all recovering well. Had right foot surgery on July 23rd. Stitches out yesterday. Left foot is now scheduled for August 28. So, 5 weeks in between surgeries…