How long does hammer toe surgery recovery take?

Recovery from hammer toe surgery typically takes 4-6 weeks for initial healing and 3-4 months for full recovery. If a pin was used, it's usually removed after 3-4 weeks. Swelling can persist for several months. Many patients have hammer toe surgery combined with bunion surgery, which extends the overall recovery.

Is hammer toe surgery painful?

Most patients report moderate pain for the first 1-2 weeks after surgery, managed with prescribed pain medication. Many patients say the post-surgical discomfort is manageable but that the toe stiffness during recovery is more bothersome than the pain itself.

Can hammer toes come back after surgery?

Hammer toes can recur after surgery, particularly if the underlying cause (such as muscle imbalance or footwear habits) isn't addressed. Arthrodesis (fusion) has a lower recurrence rate than arthroplasty. Wearing proper footwear and doing toe exercises can help prevent recurrence.

What shoes should I wear after hammer toe surgery?

Post-surgery footwear progression typically goes: surgical shoe for 2-4 weeks, then a wide athletic shoe with a roomy toe box. Brands frequently recommended by patients include Hoka, New Balance (wide), and Skechers with extra-wide options. Avoid narrow or pointed shoes.

Has anyone had surgery to remove Tailor’s bunions? I’m curio

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Has anyone had surgery to remove Tailor’s bunions? I’m curious about the recovery. I work on my feet and am wondering if the recovery takes a long time and if you had full recovery. Is there swelling long term? How long did you have to be off work?

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Patty Dennehy Had mine done 3 years ago. I just couldn't take the pain and swelling anylonger. I had MIS no pins. I was off work for a week then back to Work with boot and crutches. Glad to be rid of it

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forum: Bunions, Hallux Limitus, Tailor's Bunion, Hammer Toes. I need a new pair of hiking shoes. Can anyone recommend a shoe that is wide enough to accommodate the tailor’s bunions?

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Dyck I am having the same problem. I have a pair of x wide men's boots coming soon. Hopefully they will work. Women's are just not wide enough. Men's are a size wider than women's.. I have a pair of xx wide women's but the Tailor's Bunyan grew and now I have to wear somewhat thin socks and take out all cushions to get them on and they are still somewhat uncomfortable. So frustrating.

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