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…
Community experiences
Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery (MIS)
Explore 456 community discussions about minimally invasive bunion surgery (mis), with 1,820 replies preserved in the archive.
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Last October, I had minimally invasive bunion surgery with two pins and a plantar plate repair.
Last October, I had minimally invasive bunion surgery with two pins and a plantar plate repair. One pin had to come out about 6 months later because it was pushing against the side of…
How was surgery for you?
How was surgery for you? Was yours a similar experience: 1st step: 10+ shots in the foot for “nerve blocker.” 2. No anesthesia. Just wore sound canceling headphones phones. 3. Laid on…
I had minimally invasive surgery on my foot on 1/22.
I had minimally invasive surgery on my foot on 1/22. Pain has never been severe and I’ve kept on top of the medication. However, I see all these posts online about how easy and how…
Today is my 5-week footaversary!
Today is my 5-week footaversary! Feet seem to be coming along after bilateral minimally invasive surgery (all 10 toes were operated on). Photo was taken post shower, but feet were…
Revision. This patient had traditional surgery with plates and screws. You can see the scars. She was left…
Revision. This patient had traditional surgery with plates and screws. You can see the scars. She was left with a bunion, painful calluses, and toes curling beneath each other. Now…
It's only been about 5 days post op...but...
It's only been about 5 days post op...but... I miss walking!! That being said, even though I still lumber like Frankenstein after a few beers at the pub, I think I'm moving in the…
I am considering this surgery and am interested in knowing what experiences other people have had, good or bad.
I am considering this surgery and am interested in knowing what experiences other people have had, good or bad. Your input would help me make this decision. TIA
When should the pain start easing up.
When should the pain start easing up. I had surgery 10 days ago. My foot just feels like its in a vice and its being squeezed and its heavy and im just really struggling despite me…
I go tomorrow at 6 am for double bunion removal.
I go tomorrow at 6 am for double bunion removal. Help calm my nerves. I don't understand how I will get around to go the bathroom, get food, etc. How do I shower? Any tips appreciated.
Preparing for MIS bunion surgery alone: practical tips needed
I will be having the minimum invasive bunion surgery in Nov. so how should I prepare when I will not really have any support or help after?
Musician concerned about MIS bunion surgery recovery time
Has anyone any info on this procedure please? I’m super nervous about going ahead. Particularly the length of recovery time as I’m a musician/conductor and spend a lot of time on my…
Is my bunion bad? flat feet and bunion concerns
How terrible is my bunion? I’ve been told I have flat feet. I just noticed this last night and I’m freaked out
After MIS bunion surgery: 6 weeks in and still swollen?
I’ll be 6 weeks post op tomorrow (Monday) and have my final appt with the surgeon on Wednesday. I have a few questions for this knowledgable group. 1-How long after surgery until you…
MIS bunion and hammertoe surgery success: 12-week progress
I’m leaving the group! I’m 12 weeks post op and I definitely consider my surgery a success!! I had MIS bunion correction hammertoe correction and third toe arthritic joint correction…
Bunion surgery regrets: revision surgery made things worse
I 100% regret bunion surgery. I even had to have a revision surgery which I think made things worse. Now I have a screw sticking out and it rubs on my sneakers when I try to work out…
Asymptomatic bunions at 77: does age matter for surgery?
I'm 77, a guy in great health, had x-ray yesterday, confirmed bunions both feet. Hallelujah . I'm 77, a guy in great health, and I work out and walk every day. Yesterday, I saw the…
MIS bunion surgery at 4 months: pain relief and functionality
I'm now about 4 months out from MIS surgery carried out on my right foot... and I fully appreciate that unless I open an OnlyFans account, I have a foot that only I could love! My…
Bunion surgery at 34: is MIS worth it without pain?
Hello, I'm new to this group. I am 34, just saw a podiatrist because someone noticed my bunions, and recommended I take care of them before they get worse. (I have very flat feet as…
Just home from MIS bunion surgery: first 24 hours recovery
I just got the MIB surgery yesterday and I am home now. My bunion progressed so bad that my big toe is touching the middle toe and the 2nd toe sitting on top, spacers help relieve but…
MIS bunion surgery: when can you safely return to swimming?
I'm having MIS for my bunion on Tuesday. Any advice on how long it will be before I can return to the pool? Even if just to get it wet in a pool vs full out swimming??
MIS bunion surgery recovery: managing nighttime nerve pain
After having my MIS bunion surgery on 25.06.05. I felt pretty surprisingly good and was able to weight bare pretty much straight away... But my "ego" thought I wouldn't need any pain…
4 months after MIS bunion surgery: achieving functional feet
I'm now about 4 months out from MIS surgery carried out on my right foot... and I fully appreciate that unless I open an OnlyFans account, I have a foot that only I could love! My…
6 days after MIS bunion surgery: seeing your feet transform
Just had my post op visit (6 days.) Dr said healing looks good. ♡ Is this what yours looked like? I didn't realize the shock I would feel by looking at my own feet without bunions…
From personal experience,which is the best minimally invasive surgery technique with the quickest recovery for…
From personal experience,which is the best minimally invasive surgery technique with the quickest recovery for a moderate bunion ? I do a lot of sport so want the best result that…
Lapidus bunion surgery recovery: stiffness and shoe concerns
For those of you who had surgery with Lapidus method - how has recovery been? 1) Is your foot stiff at all? Can you move your feet without pain and issues? 2) Can you wear all shoes…
4 days after bunion and hammer toe surgery: early recovery
Thank you for everybody sharing their own stories.it has made going into this alot easier . I have had major bunion and hammer toe surgery been 4 days today and had my first bandage…
Almost 4 months after bilateral bunion surgery: results
Almost 4 months post op on my right foot. The surgery went so well I got my left foot done last Friday. My feet have been horrible ever since I was a little kid. They still aren’t…
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…
Cracked implant 6.5 weeks after hammer toe surgery
I had hammer toe surgery at the same time as my arthrex minimally invasive surgery. Went to the doc 6.5 weeks post op and he told me implant in the hammer toe cracked and I have to…
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