I was able to return to work after 16 days of my surgery.

I was able to return to work after 16 days of my surgery. My work is as sedentary as I make it. My doctor did give me a letter with some accommodations: no heavy lifting, rest as needed, keep foot elevated as needed, no prolonged standing. After 2 days I had call in sick because my lower back was hurting from sitting with my leg up and my foot was hurting. But I was able to go back to work the following day and today. Also I got a pedicure yesterday (Thursday) My nail lady worked on my foot with out getting it wet.

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Community comment#1

I love that color

Community comment#2

Sounds like you’re recovering very well

Community comment#3

Looking great already. Glad to hear your recovery is going well.

Community comment#4

I'm 11 days post-op and debating on going back next week. I'm a first grade teacher, but I do have a co-teacher so...lots of help where needed. Just not sure if my foot will be able to hang down for a full day. I can probably prop up on a chair, but definitely not elevate. I guess time will tell. Glad you are healing so nicely.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#5

yes, try to have your foot up At least 15 minutes of each hour.

Community reply · In reply to an earlier comment#6

thanks for the tip! I will absolutely do this. Definitely don't need a setback.

Community comment#7

Recovery takes longer than ppl think.

Community comment#8

Glad all going well I'm waiting to have mine done anytime consultant told me recovery would be 12 weeks off work as I have a physical job and work a lot on my feet . Will have to see how I go might go back before If I can x Did you have crutches and a shoe .