So here’s my basic story...
So here’s my basic story... I think I have shared pieces or maybe all of it but that’s the pain meds for you. Lol 2 years ago I injured my ankle while on my daughter’s Make a Wish…
Community experiences
Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Surgery
Explore 147 community discussions about lapiplasty 3d bunion surgery, with 752 replies preserved in the archive.
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I just came out of surgery today.
I just came out of surgery today. It seems that some people have very little pain, and before I had my surgery I questioned that: how can it be possible??? Well, I hate to break it to…
Anyone with a current bunion have pain and tenderness on the top center of the foot with the bunion??
Anyone with a current bunion have pain and tenderness on the top center of the foot with the bunion?? Swelling at end of day as well.
I have mild bunion, I am thinking to do surgery.
I have mild bunion, I am thinking to do surgery. one of biggest concern is the ability to run after a surgery, I love running and have been running for more than 20 years, perhaps it…
Lapiplasty non-fusion after multiple surgeries: what now?
7 weeks post op 3rd surgery same foot All in 1.5 years 1-lapiplasty 2-removal hardware revision and new hardware 3-again revision removed all hardware and new hardware different…
Hypermobile bunions with flat feet: Lapiplasty or Lapidus?
Those of you with hypermobile feet, pretty severe bunins as well as flat feet Help -which procedure did you go with?? I have seen two different Dr's. Both with great reviews.. One is…
Bunion recurrence after bunionectomy: managing comeback
I had a bunionectomy and a hammertoe surgery on my left foot and the bunion came back worse than before. I’m afraid to have another surgery on my feet. I have tried every toe…
Bunion with arthritis: arthrodesis vs Lapiplasty choice
Got two opinions on bunion surgery. Both took x-rays. Orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle - recommended 1st MTP arthrodesis (fusion) - opinion being that my big toe only…
MIS vs Lapiplasty: bunion recurrence rates compared
I’ve been reading that with MIS there is a higher chance that your bunion could come back compared to Lapiplasty. Is this true?
MIS vs Lapiplasty: choosing bunion surgery and recovery
Hello All! For those of you who have had MIS - what made you choose this over lapiplasty? How has the recovery been in terms of driving, exercising, etc?
Lapidus vs Lapiplasty: 7 weeks post-op inflammation concerns
Has anyone had lapidus surgery ? What’s the difference between that and lapiplasty ? I’m 7 weeks po and the dr said my bunion area is inflamed, but to me it looks like I still have a…
Bilateral Lapiplasty: both feet at once and return to work
I’m looking to have Lapiplasty bunion surgery on both feet . A couple questions…. Can they do both feet at the same time ? How long before I can return to working ? My work requires…
Lapiplasty for hypermobile foot: fusion movement limitations
I am considering Lapiplasty due to a hyper mobile joint. If the joint is removed and fused, what movement limitations does it cause?
Small bumps on toes after Lapiplasty: healing symptoms
Had lapiplasty surgery April 11th, and I’m in the healing process and able to be walking now, since I’ve started walking more in it I’ve been getting these little bumps between my…
Lapiplasty: comparing new vs old bunion surgery options
Can anyone tell me about the newer surgery for bunions? The Lapiplasty. I think that’s what it’s called? I just saw two posts about the plates and screws, which I was told by my…
3D Lapiplasty: planning time off work and home support
I’m planning on having the lapiplasty (3D) correction surgery done at the end of September on my left foot. I work from home - how many days should I take off of work? I’m also…
Lapiplasty recovery with young children: is it doable
So question for everyone who had lapiplasty: My doctor said you’re essentially laid up for 8 weeks and anybody who needs to ‘get around’ shouldn’t do it. I had a 2 yr old and…
7 months post Lapiplasty: ongoing pain and revision surgery
7 months post lapiplasty Still in pain Saw doctor today and recommended removing plate and repairing 2nd toe because turning onto big toe You can imagine how I feel after all this…
6 weeks post Lapiplasty: returning to normal shoes
Hi bunion buddies! Had my 6 week check up this past week and was told I could ditch my boot! I came home and put on my altra’s and got to it! Was weird at first but better everyday! A…
Bunion surgery for runners: Gastroc recession considerations
Hi everyone! Looking for advice. I have an upcoming bunion surgery (Lapidus) - been needing it for years, but I am an avid runner and didn’t want to miss any races. Been battling…
Do you regret bunion surgery: pre-op decision question
Anyone regretting your bunion surgery ? I have mine coming up and just want to get a perspective from people. What do you feel ? Better that I got it done and I'm painfree and can…
Flexible bunion and foot collapse: surgery alternatives
This is what my foot is like when I push my bunion in versus weight bearing. My foot collapses down, my bunion is flexible. I don’t have a lot of pain but it’s very uncomfortable and…
Lapiplasty recovery: managing with small children at home
Lately my bunion is bothering more, last year I saw a podiatrist who recommended Lapiplasty, just like a lot of others, im quite nervous about this surgery. Im 40yrs old, have a 6yr…
Post-op swelling: shoes don't fit 4+ months after surgery
Is it weird that I wore slides (sandals) into my surgery on 4/29 and I still can’t fit my feet into them? I mean, not even half way width wise. It seems odd to me that I got bone…
Big toe misalignment 10 weeks after bunion surgery
10 weeks post op and my big toe is still curving and going behind my 2nd toe. I've been wearing a spacer since around week 3 and taping for the last 4 weeks...still nothing. Thoughts?…
Nerve pain after Lapiplasty: hardware removal options
I had lapiplasty in 2023, recovery went well and I resumed all things I was doing before surgery. In April 2026, I stepped awkwardly on a rock while wearing sandals and apparently…
Returning to work 9 weeks after Lapiplasty surgery
I am now 9wks post-op. Well y’all, I returned to work today. I should say “yesterday” as it’s now well after midnight here (12:33am) and technically it’s a new day. Anyhoo. My shift…
Foot pain at ball of foot: bunions and Lapiplasty options
HELP: I have had sever pain on top of my foot at the base of my toes where they join the foot. I now have severe pain on bottom foot in the fat pad. I am 44 in shape and very active…
3 months after MIS bunion surgery: detailed recovery update
Warning: Long Post Alert! I've honestly tried to edit but there is a lot to say... I had MIS bunion surgery, in the UK, on my right foot about 3 months ago, so I thought I'd give an…
4 months after Lapiplasty: are my bunions coming back?
4 months post surgery. Are my bunions coming back?! definitely making a follow up appointment
Products mentioned
| Name in the archive | Discussions | Read the context |
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| knee scooter | 10 | |
| walking boot | 10 | |
| Altra | 6 | |
| crutches | 4 | |
| Birkenstock | 3 | |
| toe spacer | 3 | |
| boot | 2 | |
| Skechers | 2 |