Pic--After vs before.
Pic--After vs before. I had lapidus surgery to correct my left foot bunion on June 3 (right foot was completed 2 years ago). I'm still experiencing some pain and swelling, but no more…
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Post-Surgery Swelling & Inflammation — page 9
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3 months post op, 3rd surgery since Feb 2025!
3 months post op, 3rd surgery since Feb 2025! 2 revisions due to non fusion Omg this hot weather and walking and swelling is hard. Is it just me
I am almost 4 weeks post op.
I am almost 4 weeks post op. I was non weight bearing for 3 weeks. I've been walking in my boot all around the house for the past 2 days. I even cooked dinner for the family tonight…
Desk job and swollen foot I’m about 10 weeks after my surgery and recovery has been mostly going great (yay!)…
Desk job and swollen foot I’m about 10 weeks after my surgery and recovery has been mostly going great (yay!) But weekdays when I’m letting my foot dangle for 8 hours it gets…
Had my 2 week post op today.
Had my 2 week post op today. Every thing on xray looked great and I’m off all pain meds. But…still had some swelling going on and still have the pin in the 2nd toe for ten more days…
I had my 6 week check up and was released to walk in a regular shoe.
I had my 6 week check up and was released to walk in a regular shoe. Of course I can’t wear a regular shoe because of the swelling so I’m I have a beautiful ortho shoe. It hasn’t hurt…
I had a stress injury (bone edema no fracture seen on MRI) in my 4th metatarsal and was in a boot for about 8…
I had a stress injury (bone edema no fracture seen on MRI) in my 4th metatarsal and was in a boot for about 8 weeks. My podiatrist cleared me out of the boot- said I didn’t need…
Good morning you all.
Good morning you all. I just wanted to provide an update. I had my 2nd in-person pt session very early this morning (7a-7:45a). We were 15 minutes late because my driver (hubs)…
NEED Advice: I am a very active mid 40's male, MRI results on my right foot showed- "partial-thicknes tearing…
NEED Advice: I am a very active mid 40's male, MRI results on my right foot showed- "partial-thicknes tearing of the 3rd MTPJ plantar plate with a capsular thickening and joint…
Hmmmmm. About 4 months ago i had an ingrown toenail cut out. Ever since then my big toe has been really sore…
Hmmmmm. About 4 months ago i had an ingrown toenail cut out. Ever since then my big toe has been really sore when i push off on it in one spot. I've had 2 MRI's done which showed…
Saw my podiatrist for the third time in 16 months.
Saw my podiatrist for the third time in 16 months. Diagnosed with Morton's neuroma in left foot, faciosos in both feet. He's prescribed Mobic for inflammation and ordered MRI on both…
Six months and still have a little swelling and my second toe looks like a finger.
Six months and still have a little swelling and my second toe looks like a finger. I have tenderness in my instep and wondering why because that's not even close to my minimal…
How long after your surgery before swelling went down, walk again, drive again
How long after your surgery before swelling went down, walk again, drive again
I fractured foot three months ago , a cuboid fracture and ligament damage, my next physio appointment is in…
I fractured foot three months ago , a cuboid fracture and ligament damage, my next physio appointment is in six weeks , I’ve now got a swelling on top of foot near toes I’m wondering…
Has anyone suffered from a neuroma after tailors bunion surgery, if so what we’re your experiences?
Has anyone suffered from a neuroma after tailors bunion surgery, if so what we’re your experiences? I had my one year post op check up last week over “Telehealth” (living in Victoria…
I have a confession….
I have a confession…. I really didn’t like treating patients with a diagnosis of Hallux Limitus. There were so many factors to consider all at once. Pain management, inflammation…
I had plantar fascia release surgery almost 6 weeks ago along with gastrocnemius recession surgery.
I had plantar fascia release surgery almost 6 weeks ago along with gastrocnemius recession surgery. I have been out of the boot and in a shoe since August 5th. Ever since…
Post surgery update day 7 Hi PF family, Day 7 update.
Post surgery update day 7 Hi PF family, Day 7 update. I've had no significant pain really at all. My foot and my calf are tender but mild discomfort. The pain pre surgery in my foot…
So 12 long weeks and I’m finally healed such a long painful journey but so worth it the last scab fell off…
So 12 long weeks and I’m finally healed such a long painful journey but so worth it the last scab fell off Xmas day and a long we’ll earned soak in the bath was well overdue I’ve…
This is crazy. Has anyone else experienced this? 6 months PO. 3 surgeries at one time. Scarf bunionectomy, 2…
This is crazy. Has anyone else experienced this? 6 months PO. 3 surgeries at one time. Scarf bunionectomy, 2 toe corrections with fusion and a Morton’s Neuroma removal. Recovery was…
4 months post op and wanted to my flip flops today and that’s a no go .
4 months post op and wanted to my flip flops today and that’s a no go . Right where the strap comes across I still have some swelling. I’m bummed!
Having just stubbed and potentially broken my 4th toe.
Having just stubbed and potentially broken my 4th toe. Lots of swelling although minimal bruising at the moment. I use toe socks/separators for a neuroma and wondered if they’re ok to…
Hi all. Just wondering if this is something to be concerned about. I had bunion removed and a Morton’s neuroma…
Hi all. Just wondering if this is something to be concerned about. I had bunion removed and a Morton’s neuroma 8th May this year. I have had on going pain and swelling ever since…
Hi guys, just wondering if anyone has experienced swelling on the side of the ankle where it is circled?
Hi guys, just wondering if anyone has experienced swelling on the side of the ankle where it is circled? My veins often protrude as well. 
Started meloxicam last week, do still have some swelling.
Started meloxicam last week, do still have some swelling. I have ankle arthritis and bone spurs along with the plantar. Do u still take melxicam?
Hello? I have pain in my heal and arch and a lot of swelling around my ankle. I have pain while standing and…
Hello? I have pain in my heal and arch and a lot of swelling around my ankle. I have pain while standing and walking but I also get pain in my arch that is intense when I first get…
Insight required on behalf of my husband who is having excruciating pain.
Insight required on behalf of my husband who is having excruciating pain. Is it normal with PF to get worse and worse as the day goes on and to have swelling and redness and it be…
My standard foot xrays have already confirmed Haglunds deformity, bone spurs and achilles tendonopathy.
My standard foot xrays have already confirmed Haglunds deformity, bone spurs and achilles tendonopathy. My left heel pain is limiting my ability to walk. I did manage to reduce the…
Hello everyone Does anyone have any tips for swelling ?
Hello everyone Does anyone have any tips for swelling ? I’m a month post op and the swelling can be alot . Just wanted to know if anyone had any advice Thanks in advance
HELP!! Has anyone taken oral Terbinafine (Lamisil) and had a reaction. I’ve been taking it for 3 weeks with no…
HELP!! Has anyone taken oral Terbinafine (Lamisil) and had a reaction. I’ve been taking it for 3 weeks with no issue but today I have broke out in hives on my…