Community experiences
Explore 322 community discussions about scarf & akin osteotomy, with 883 replies preserved in the archive.
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I think I can kinda relate to what Ariel was going through, because since my MIS bunion surgery, about 8 weeks ago, I have yearned to be a part of the human world again so I could…
It's nearly 4 months since my bunion op. I wore a splint for as long as surgeon said to. But my biggest toe doesn't sit flat to floor and is moving towards toe next to it again. Has…
I am 8wks post-op. Surgery date: June 24th Procedure: Traditional (Scarf/Reese) Surgeon: Podiatrist Yesterday during my pt session, my therapist and I discussed my overall progress…
I’m almost 9 weeks post op for chevron and Akin on my left foot. My great toe does not touch the ground unless I try to force it. This surgery was a revision from over 20 years ago. I…
Hi everyone, I’m 3 weeks post-op from a second Scarf–Akin procedure (plus correction of lesser toes, Weil osteotomies on toes 2 and 3, and bunionette correction). My first bunion…
Hi all. Due for scarf and akin osteotomy, plus Taylor’s bunion at the same time in roughly a month. Anyone had the same procedure in the uk? How did you get on with it. And honestly…
Just an update! Good morning y’all. I had r-foot traditional bunion surgery, including a bone graft, on June 24th of this year. The procedure was Scarf/Reese and I have permanent…
2nd September - LEFT - 2nd 3rd 4th distal metatarsal minimally - invasive osteotomy (DMMO) + percutaneous tendoachilles lengthening. I'm not doing too bad at moment I am getting quite…
UK folks - I've been advised by my podiatrist never to walk in wellies. I’m going on a boat in a couple of weeks' time and will need to wear them to keep my feet dry, rather than…
Question for those of you who say you’d never do this surgery again because recovery was much harder than expected… What was the alternative for you? I’m struggling with the “pay now…
Scheduled for surgery on the 13th of July. I’m a bit nervous about being awake during surgery. I’ll be having a nerve block and something to calm my anxiety. How have you gotten…
My surgery is next Friday and I’m super anxious. Welcoming all the tips and advice you all have!!!
7 weeks post-op. Today I got my first pedicure! There is still bruising around the incision and my foot is a bit swollen. My incision site is sensitive, but I have been padding it so…
Wondering is anyone still on this page after a year post-op? I “signed out” 6 months ago when I was feeling good and back to normal activities. My bunion surgery ( big toe…
Just an update! Good morning y’all. I had r-foot traditional bunion surgery, including a bone graft, on June 24th of this year. The procedure was Scarf/Reese and I have permanent…
Day 6 - going great Today I have had no pain meds at all Still talking Celebrex morning and night Shared post Jay Bee Day 3 post op -scarf akin osteotomy and Oxford weils correction…
Elevation pillow has been put in the top of the closet because I don't need it anymore! Look at all those high heels I hope to wear again one day! No photo description available…
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Does anyone's big toe ever bend again after surgery? Shared post Jessica George I will be having bunion surgery soon as soon as I decide on a date. I am a runner but I am really…
How long do you use the knee scooter to get around? Shared post Ty Pie I'm about 6 weeks out from my MIS bunion surgery, and the aim of my posts is to try and be as honest as possible…
Hi all , I had scarf Akin surgery yesterday . All went well and home same day . Is there any advice you can give me please ? Shared post Patty Baker 1 week post op! (Bunion removal &…
I asked before about waterproof footwear for a potentially rainy and muddy festival. I don't want to spend on a pair of hiking boots and have been looking for wide toe box wellies and…
Question for the ladies! Has anyone tried Vivaia boots? I see their ads all the time, saying they're a good boot for us bunion babes. I'm in need of a cute boot, so I'm tempted!…
I’m having bunion surgery and two bone spurs removed next week, do I need a walker? Recommendations would be great there are so many options TIA Shared post Joan Lindenmuth I had…
Hey all, I had a chevron done in Sept of 25' for a minor bunion that was causing me a lot of pain at the time. For all intent and purposes the surgery was successful. I had xrays…
Super happy with the surgery results (6 weeks post surgery) but the swelling is the worst Even on my heel it feels like I am walking on a water balloon Any tips other than ice, and…
I walked on my foot too much after bunionectomy and the pin poked through the bottom of my foot. Developed wound infection. Hospitalized for I&D surgery and 5 days for IV antibiotics…
After the first few days of the most excruciating pain, I’m pain free! Stitch s removed today, dressing on and although the swelling hadn’t subsided, I couldn’t be happier. Still…
After your surgery when did you start sleeping without elevating your foot No photo description available. Shared post Natasha Johnson I am now 9wks post-op. Well y’all, I returned to…
About to have surgery to correct my tailors bunion tomorrow morning My pinky toe sits under the toe next to it and causes it to bleed after the day is done Doctor is performing a…