How long do you use the knee scooter to get around?
How long do you use the knee scooter to get around? Tiffany Sellers Hello everyone. I am having my surgery tomorrow and am probably over prepared. My concern is im due back to work on…
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If you could choose your surgeon for Minimally invasive, would you A, stay local to a surgeon who can do it…
If you could choose your surgeon for Minimally invasive, would you A, stay local to a surgeon who can do it but does a lot of general foot surgery so not doing this procedure as…
I will be having bunion surgery soon as soon as I decide on a date.
I will be having bunion surgery soon as soon as I decide on a date. I am a runner but I am really saddened to know i will need to take time off. They will also do a plantar plate tear…
This surgery is literally slowly taking me out.
This surgery is literally slowly taking me out. On week 3 post surgery for: Cut and straightened the second toe Shortened/repositioned the second metatarsal Jessica George I will be…
It has been very hard for me to sleep even at 5 weeks the nerve in my foot has been really bothering me so my…
It has been very hard for me to sleep even at 5 weeks the nerve in my foot has been really bothering me so my doctor prescribed me gabapentin… I’m not a really big pill taker never…
Hey Guys, For those that have had Minimal invasive surgery Need to ask if any one else has had this happen I…
Hey Guys, For those that have had Minimal invasive surgery Need to ask if any one else has had this happen I am 9 weeks post op from bunion and bunionette (taylor's bunion) surgery in…
I had minimally invasive surgery on my foot on 1/22.
I had minimally invasive surgery on my foot on 1/22. Pain has never been severe and I’ve kept on top of the medication. However, I see all these posts online about how easy and how…
I’m looking for advice and experiences from people who have had mild hallux valgus/bunions but significant pain.
I’m looking for advice and experiences from people who have had mild hallux valgus/bunions but significant pain. My hallux valgus isn’t very severe, but I’ve had pain for several…
Annie Lennox was right, because if sweet dreams are made of this, and who am I to disagree?
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!
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…
Ok so I had to postpone my surgery due to divorce and financially I can’t take time off right now.
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…
Hiya, is a hospital nurse on here who as had bunion surgery ?
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…
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…
Anyone have success with one of these ?
Anyone have success with one of these ? LaJuan Kerr Tallo What cream/lotion does everyone use for callouses and thick skin around the toenails? Also, if you soak your feet, what do…
I’m nearing my appointment where I should be cleared to wear sneakers.
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…
Truth! No photo description available. Shared post Rachel Ellen For those in the U.S. considering bunion…
Truth! No photo description available. Shared post Rachel Ellen For those in the U.S. considering bunion surgery, read up on lapiplasty. https://www.lapiplasty.com/find-a-doctor/…
Raynaud's and Bunion Surgery: I got my hair cut yesterday and my stylist told me she decided to have bunion…
Raynaud's and Bunion Surgery: I got my hair cut yesterday and my stylist told me she decided to have bunion surgery. Here is the catch, she has Raynauds and I warned her to get a…
Hi bunion buddies!
Hi bunion buddies! I am having hardware removal and MIS surgery tomorrow and dr says I will be able to walk with a boot right away. My question is for those who had the same surgery…
Hey you all these knots on my feet and crooked toes along with hammer toes are so freaking annoying.
Hey you all these knots on my feet and crooked toes along with hammer toes are so freaking annoying. I really don't want to do surgery. Do u think I'd qualify for minimally invasive…
All done 😊 Procedure: Scarf Bunionectomy w/Reese Osteotomy R-Foot Performed by:Podiatric Surgeon Hardware: 2…
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…
Best sneakers to wear with orthotics Shared post Susy Zoom I have developed bunionettes on both feet after big…
Best sneakers to wear with orthotics Shared post Susy Zoom I have developed bunionettes on both feet after big toe fusion surgery. The left foot was done 10 months ago, the right 8…
I’m having surgery tomorrow!
I’m having surgery tomorrow! Can I go upstairs after surgery? Shared post 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…
Good morning, 2 weeks and 2 days since foot fusion and bunion surgery.
Good morning, 2 weeks and 2 days since foot fusion and bunion surgery. I’m walking in a boot from heel to toe , stitches are out and in zero pain and zero swelling. Life is good. I…
I’ll be 7wks post-op tmrw.
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…
Has anyone else had a X-ray that shows that line in the big toe ?
Has anyone else had a X-ray that shows that line in the big toe ? Just curious May be an image of xray Shared post Natasha Johnson I’ll be 7wks post-op tmrw. I was scheduled to attend…
I am three weeks post op and can’t help but feel like the bone on the side of my foot is still sticking out.
I am three weeks post op and can’t help but feel like the bone on the side of my foot is still sticking out. I know that my big toe is straight so the bunion is not reforming, but for…
Anyone know a good/great bunion surgeon in the dc or Baltimore md area?
Anyone know a good/great bunion surgeon in the dc or Baltimore md area? I wish i had done it a few years ago but i didn’t and it got worse and hurts every day and multiple bone spurs…
When did everyone stop sleeping with their foot elevated?
When did everyone stop sleeping with their foot elevated? Shared post Arnell Ernst I had bunion surgery 3 years ago. My pain and recovery had been tough. Finally went back to the…
Come to the fact, I'm not a good patient.
Come to the fact, I'm not a good patient. So frustrating, working with one foot. Shared post Clare Louise Pratt Hiya, is a hospital nurse on here who as had bunion surgery ? Shared…
Has anyone ever had hammertoe surgery on the toe next to the big one and then years like 5years or so after…
Has anyone ever had hammertoe surgery on the toe next to the big one and then years like 5years or so after surgery you stubbed it hard and broke it or stubbed it and it turned a…