Community experiences
Explore 484 community discussions about post-surgery swelling & inflammation, with 756 replies preserved in the archive.
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12 weeks post Akin Osteotomy surgery on my left big toe and 7 months post surgery on my right . I’ve been wearing my fancy Pumas 9 weeks post surgery for the left one and just got a…
We are planning to travel 12 weeks after a Chevron and Akin bunion (hallux valgus) surgery. Our flight is about two hours long. Has anyone had any experience with flying around 12…
My final post op appointment with my podiatrist was today. I had a 1st MPJ Fusion surgery on my left foot on February 25. My surgery and recovery went well. Here’s pictures of my foot…
I’m 6 months post op. Initially when I had the surgery my big toe was very straight. It’s looking like it’s going squint again. My foot still feels tight when walking barefoot and…
I have severe midfoot pain on top of the foot. Please suggest... Julia Evans Question for those who have tried acupuncture for PF: -how bad did the acupuncture sessions hurt? -did the…
What is tri-planar myofascial release and why it is important for the treatment of the foot and ankle? Learning how to release of the connective tissue within the foot transformed my…
YOUTUBE.COM Marble pick up: Huntington Physical Therapy, 25703 DL Walker We’ve all had those special patients, the ones that teach us something about ourselves, our career, and how we…
Can anyone point me in the right direction for some nicer shoes? I’m a teacher and wear a lot of dresses and dress pants to work. My ortho tennis shoes and Birkenstock sandals aren’t…
Best shoes after the operation .? Thanks Romy Gishen I've had bunions for about 3 years but haven't actually been to see a doctor about them. The last year they've been painful and my…
Just had my 6 week post op appointment. Has anyone had any tendon (or similar) issue where the big toe is being pulled over towards the 2nd and is somewhat sitting lower and pulls…
I'm about 37 days post-op... I decided to take a big step forward today and walk in my regular sandals to a local Lidl, which was a 30-minute walk away. I had MIS and the incision…
Been looking for post surgery aids, anyone have a must have?? Allison Cofer Hello all! I had surgery on August 2, 2024. I’ve been going through a lot of nerve pain/damage, swelling…
Had anyone here tried Koprez? Kylie Cohen Hi, does anyone else have pain in your heels when you lay on your back? Cathy Harvey Hello do people see a podiatrist or physio for this…
So I was strength training for an hour a day, then walking 5 miles. I did this 5 days a week. My feet started hurting but I pushed through and like when you get in the best shape… I…
Only 1 week post op. I am not a good patient. I have not been been wearing my boot except when I get up and scoot around on my knee scooter. So now when I do wear it, my foot flexes…
Part of the reason I opted for surgery was the pain I constantly had in my big toe that gave me this constant feeling that my big toe had to crack, but it wouldn't. I had surgery on…
Has anyone had these procedures all together and can tell me how your post op went andyou are now. I had surgery yesterday, this evening its kicking in- the pain. anything that…
Is this bad enough for surgery?? Ashley Ann Gantner Had my post-op appointment (week + 2 days) from my Minimally Invasive Surgery Bunionectomy. I was sent home from the hospital with…
So today I went to Dick’s to try on the Arizona soft bed Birkenstock sandals. They do not softer than the regular Birkenstocks. It really made me wonder if the associate was bringing…
Yes, dry needling does help Kathi Desmond Frost I bought Shock Doctor ankle braces at Dick’s sporting goods store. My ankles always killed me from my plantar fasciitis. I’ve had it…
2 weeks post op, fusion 2nd and 3rd whatever it’s called, arthritis cut out and plates and screws , had bandage removed but got infection and still so swollen x been given a boot as…
Sorry for all the questions.. but what did yall use to prevent the Velcro on the sandal from snagging your pants, sheets and everything! Driving me crazy already Vicki Corbin AI…
**EDITED 5.5hrs after original post: I’ve decided against going to UC. I’ll wait until my post-op appt** Well SH!T…wound dehiscence I accidentally got my bandages wet while giving…
I’m 1 month post-op (33 days). Although I’ve been waiting for the dead skin to start shedding, I guess I wasn’t expecting it be this much. Especially since it wasn’t there last…
Day one post op and this nerve pain is no joke — feeling awful. Edie Bules I took advice from all the posts on preparation for surgery, scheduled for July the 24th. This is what I…
New here! This is killing me and I’m not sure what to do . I’m 70 I work full time I have a band on my foot I try do ice what else can I do??? James W. Teer Tried tons of insoles and…
Anyone tried Remy laser therapy? Gail Epstein Spears Is plantar fasciitis suppose to hurt all day everyday? Angela Taulbee What does everyone think about physical therapy for PF? I…
Anyone have a foot this bad - not even sure it will work Sarah Fry I'm having MIS for my bunion on Tuesday. Any advice on how long it will be before I can return to the pool? Even if…
hi has anyone tried softwave for morton neuroma? Sherry Tatar Hello! I'm trying to decide between surgical options or no surgery. I'm 57 years old and have lots of travel and other…
Is there a surgry for this,i think i've try everything. Cathy Moulton Dawson 62 years old, my first bout with horrible plantar fasciitis in my right foot. Pics are to show my…