How long does swelling last after bunion surgery?

Based on patient experiences, mild to moderate swelling commonly lasts 3-6 months after bunion surgery, with some patients reporting swelling up to a year. The most significant swelling occurs in the first 2-4 weeks. Swelling that worsens suddenly or is accompanied by redness and heat should be reported to your surgeon.

How do I reduce swelling after bunion surgery?

The most effective strategies include: elevation (keeping the foot above heart level), icing for 20 minutes at a time, compression socks when approved by your surgeon, gentle ankle pumps and toe exercises, and limiting time on your feet. Many patients find that swelling gets worse later in the day.

Is it normal for my foot to still be swollen months after surgery?

Yes, this is very common. Many patients report that their foot is still somewhat swollen at 3, 6, or even 12 months after surgery. The swelling typically decreases gradually. However, sudden increases in swelling, especially with redness or warmth, should be evaluated by your surgeon.

When can I wear normal shoes after bunion surgery if my foot is still swollen?

Many patients transition to regular shoes around 6-12 weeks post-surgery, but may need wider sizes initially due to swelling. Adjustable shoes, wide-width options, and shoes with removable insoles are popular choices during this transition period.

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Ty I joined been working diligently on my feet health.thanks again.? Johnny Taylor I need some help… I’m an amateur boxer who trains twice a day, I’m constantly twisting on my toes and shifting weight onto my feet (especially my right foot. For about a year I’ve been experiencing a hot like nerve pain underneath the ball of my right foot. Mainly triggered when the skin is pinched because I shift my weight onto that foot. Rhonda Lee I went to the podiatrist today to see if my feet was causing my leg, hip & lower back pain. He said my left foot was fine but my right foot is a serpentine shape. Which was a birth defect that didnt get caught until I was 60 years old. He also said that my right leg was longer than my left. Probably caused by my left knee replacement. Were going to try custom insoles first before we consider surgery. Has anyone had this. Did it cause Anonymous participant 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 the pain and to take antidepressants at a low dose so they can sleep and retrain the brain to say it doesn’t hurt. Her foot is so tender and is swollen. She definitely hasn’t overreacted. If I touch her arch I can bring her to tears. Not only that he sai Gaylene Jee So I thought I might get away from having any more neuropathy pain starting up. Boy was I naive about that. For the last couple of months in addition to my other foot issues the pad under the left toe by the pinky started getting shooting pains every so often. I was hoping my right foot was going to be spared. The same kind of pain in the same area started on my right foot. What meds or supplements do you take to help you with neuropa Anonymous participant I had trauma/injury to my right side of my right foot tripping badly in mid May, about 12 weeks ago. I still have pain on the right side of my right foot and a lot of swelling all over my entire foot. Here are my x-rays. I am in need of another opinion. 1. Is there any evidence of a possible fracture anywhere on my foot? 2. If so, does it look like the bone is healing normally? 3. If not, does the bone look like a nonunion, needing intervention/surgery? 4. Based on the x- August 7 at 9:34 AM August 4 at 10:36 PM August 4 at 6:54 AM August 3 at 10:14 PM August 3 at 4:45 PM Learn More

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