I’m 50 and based in London, UK, and I finally have my MIS bunion surgery scheduled for the end of this month.

I’m 50 and based in London, UK, and I finally have my MIS bunion surgery scheduled for the end of this month. After consulting with two different surgeons, we agreed that MIS was the most suitable option for me. My bunion is moderate rather than severe, my toe still has good mobility, and my soft tissue is healthy — all indicators that the deformity can be corrected safely through tiny incisions without the larger exposure required in open surgery. Staying physically active is important to me, and my surgeon believes that gentle movement will play a key role in my recovery. I also feel confident knowing that my surgeon is highly experienced with this technique. Social media can sometimes feel like a place where "polarised opinions" dominate, and I’m certainly not promoting this method over any other. Every case is individual. But if you’re considering bunion surgery, speak directly with medical professionals, ask questions, and gather as much information as you can so you can make the decision that’s right for you. I do plan to share my journey here, because I genuinely believe it will be a positive one, but after living with my bunion for 2 decades, I'm glad to finally be taking action.

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Community comment#1

I had MIS 2 years ago. All went well. In a special shoe for only 3 months.

Community comment#2

I had MIS. It was easy surgery

Community comment#3

I have dm’d you.

Community comment#4

What day is your surgery I'm having the Austin bunionectomy June 26th

Community comment#5

My freaky feet!

Community comment#6

I hope you don’t mind but I have a bunion like yours and I am also considering minimally invasive surgery - would you be confortable sharing some details about who you found your surgeon ? I have seen some good reviews about a gentleman in London but it is a little far from where I live so I wondered if you know of a listing of surgeons who do this type of procedure?

Community comment#7

Hello fellow bunion baby! I’m getting me second scarf osteotomy next Wednesday and cannot wait! My first surgery went well and I wish I had done this years ago. I hope everything goes well for you.

Community comment#8

I had MIS 6 months ago and it went well. I pretty much stayed with foot elevated for two weeks, only up to bathroom week one, and 5 minutes a day week 2. I took ice to surgery and iced and elevated on the way home, and iced every 20 minutes per hour the first week, then 4 -5 times a day. Get lots of ice packs so one is always ready, and I had a box with a foot hole cut out to keep the bed covers off my foot. With keeping the swelling down by not standing, I had no pain, and after the prescribed drugs were finished, needing no pain meds. Good luck with the surgery. It has made a huge difference to my walking without pain

Community comment#9

Good luck 🍀

Community comment#10

Does it bother you, hurting?

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#11

LovelyKoala5448 I haven't seen your DM yet but as soon as I get it I'll be sure to reply.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#12

it must be in “others”

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#13

the day before on the 25th. Good luck with everything.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#14

same to you

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#15

the surgery on your right foot looks great!

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#16

I know, he did a great job, it’s healed so well.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#17

... I asked my GP if they could give me recommendations. I also asked my podiatrist who I saw for 3 months before my referral... They will be able to give you a list. I hope this helps? ☺️ Feel free to DM me if you have any further questions that may require more detail.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#18

Hi - can I ask please did the ice packs work over your bandages? Or did you not have many bandages with MIS? I’ve had a bilateral scarf with Akin maestro today and I’m keen to start icing!! 🙏

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#19

I had a cast over the main part of the foot, but not the ankle so I iced the ankle. I got a long ice pack that wrapped right around the ankle and I made an elastic strap to hold it on.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#20

...It didn't for the longest time but there has been growing discomfort particularly after a long walk... which was progressively getting worse.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#21

too bad, because your food doesn't look bad. Make sure you find a good surgeon.