I had surgery in September….
I had surgery in September…. My foot still gives me trouble.. I’m a dog groomer and always on my feet………. Does anyone have any suggestions for a good supportive tennis shoe? I have…
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Hi I’m based in the UK too.
Hi I’m based in the UK too. My 21 year old daughter is having both of her adolescent bunions done with MIS in December. She will need to be walking back and forth to University…
Had surgery Oct 1…second to last follow up was Nov 7th and she said I needed to walk in a shoe, and use a…
Had surgery Oct 1…second to last follow up was Nov 7th and she said I needed to walk in a shoe, and use a compression sock or ace bandage since the big toe is still swollen. I have 3…
Has anyone found a good, supportive house shoe/slipper?
Has anyone found a good, supportive house shoe/slipper? Im tired of wearing shoes and socks in the house!
My surgeon Wants me to buy the HOKA shoe and come back to check in w him in a month .
My surgeon Wants me to buy the HOKA shoe and come back to check in w him in a month . I can’t get myself to spend $170 on the shoes he wants me to get. What do I do?
What kind of sneakers are you all using after your surgery???
What kind of sneakers are you all using after your surgery??? Thank you
Hi! I just joined this group as I’m only now thinking about getting surgery. My bunion is extremely minor, but…
Hi! I just joined this group as I’m only now thinking about getting surgery. My bunion is extremely minor, but does cause some tolerable pain when I put on shoes and walk. I’m 44, so…
Thanks for the add!
Thanks for the add! I am approximately 6 weeks post surgery and am struggling to find shoes that are in the least bit comfortable other than my old, broken in low top Converse which I…
I am 6 months PO and thankful that the original bunion pain is resolved.
I am 6 months PO and thankful that the original bunion pain is resolved. I still have some swelling and slight discomfort but I’m sure that will continue to lessen over
I have pain in this circled area 6 months post lapidus with confirmed nonunion.
I have pain in this circled area 6 months post lapidus with confirmed nonunion. Slight swelling in the area. Very painful to walk and step through with a normal gait. I’m limping…
I had my final follow up appointment this afternoon at 10 weeks post op.
I had my final follow up appointment this afternoon at 10 weeks post op. I still have some tightness and swelling but X-rays looked great, foot is healing well and I’m finally out of…
How long did the swelling last for some of you
How long did the swelling last for some of you
I had surgery in April and had my cast off finally Wednesday so 6 weeks in the cast but the swelling and…
I had surgery in April and had my cast off finally Wednesday so 6 weeks in the cast but the swelling and colour change as soon as I put my foot on the floor is drastic. It goes purple…
Week 4 post op Quite swollen now when I had dressing and splint off.
Week 4 post op Quite swollen now when I had dressing and splint off. I think it's healing ok! Still numb to touch. Main pain today is from my back and hip
Three weeks tomorrow since I had surgery .
Three weeks tomorrow since I had surgery . I had an infection and a week of anti-biotics , but things are looking a lot better.
AI’s Answer To Supplementation After Foot Surgery **This is NOT medical advice!
AI’s Answer To Supplementation After Foot Surgery **This is NOT medical advice! I asked AI what supplements would be helpful after foot surgery when bone fusion and harvesting were…
Four days past surgery so far so good for the most part.
Four days past surgery so far so good for the most part. This group has been an invaluable resource. I had purchased a knee scooter for the recovery period. However, I am finding it…
Just got my bunionectomy today!
Just got my bunionectomy today! Feeling pretty good - this pain pump is awesome! I welcome any tips and all advice for the rest of recovery
Hi everyone! I’m having hardware removal surgery next Wednesday after being in pain for 2 years following my…
Hi everyone! I’m having hardware removal surgery next Wednesday after being in pain for 2 years following my bunion surgery. My surgeon will also be giving me an ankle injection while…
Today is Day 6 after my foot surgery.
Today is Day 6 after my foot surgery. My surgeon prescribed up to 8 oxycodone tablets per day, but I only took 4 tablets on Day 4 and none today. Thankfully, the swelling has gone…
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Having 3 surgeries coming up on my foot.
Having 3 surgeries coming up on my foot. What are your MUST haves for recovery. I have a foot pillow I love. I’ll be in a cast so not sure how I’ll ice. What are your go to keep…
Hi everyone! So glad to have found this group. My husband was able to get last minute slotted in to get…
Hi everyone! So glad to have found this group. My husband was able to get last minute slotted in to get bunionectomy this morning on his left foot. Doctor said likely two weeks NWB…
Hi all, I've got lapiplasty and 2nd toe osteotomy coming up.
Hi all, I've got lapiplasty and 2nd toe osteotomy coming up. If you've had something similar, how was your foot bandaged up after surgery? A 4th year resident (aiding the surgeon)…
I wanted to post an update on my experience with bunion surgery for anyone considering it, hopefully it will…
I wanted to post an update on my experience with bunion surgery for anyone considering it, hopefully it will provide some optimism! I had lapiplasty on my left foot in August 2024. At…
Day 2 lapiplasty and 2nd toe osteotomy.
Day 2 lapiplasty and 2nd toe osteotomy. The nerve block I received behind the knee is still working 32 hours later. The bumper plate extending from my toe area has been great at…
3rd yes 3rd surgery 2/25 lapiplasty 10/25 revision removal hardware put in new hardware different product 4/25…
3rd yes 3rd surgery 2/25 lapiplasty 10/25 revision removal hardware put in new hardware different product 4/25 revision due to non fused bones
Six weeks post op Lapiplasty with akin.
Six weeks post op Lapiplasty with akin. Splint two weeks, cast two weeks, in boot now with progressive weight bearing. I’m still having swelling that is causing a lot of nerve pain…
7 weeks post op 3rd surgery same foot All in 1.5 years 1-lapiplasty 2-removal hardware revision and new hardware
7 weeks post op 3rd surgery same foot All in 1.5 years 1-lapiplasty 2-removal hardware revision and new hardware
Has anyone had lapiplasty done and if so, how was your recovery?
Has anyone had lapiplasty done and if so, how was your recovery? Planning on doing the right foot soon - no pain in the bunion itself but have had hip/upper leg pain for a few years…