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Karin
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 Posted: 02/07/07 - 01:15 Post subject: You will change your mind and not regret it |
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| I, too, thought after the first two days "why did I have this surgery?" The pain was very intense. It stopped almost altogether after about five days. Now that I see my foot without the bunion when I go to the follow-up appointments with the podiatrist (surgeon), I am so pleased. The steri-strips (tape strips that secure the incision) were more pulling and irritating than the internal pain. I am now four weeks post-surgery, and I am walking in a velcro-strapped boot. I was in three different casts over the first three weeks--changed out each week. Keep your foot elevated as much as possible. |
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| Posted: 02/15/07 - 14:25 Post subject: only mild irritation after bunion surgery |
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| I had bunion surgery one week ago. Low level of pain, pain meds the first two days then nothing. I did overdo it by walking too much that caused some discomfort but once I sat my butt down, life was better. I am already planning the other foot to be done by end of year (same deductable year that is) |
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| Posted: 02/17/07 - 00:07 Post subject: |
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it is very different for everyone depending on the foot structure and cause of bunions. also, every doctor is different, understands the foot differently, and does the surgery differently. do your research always before jumping and doing the surgery on the process that will be done and the doctor himself. if can, try and find out how it went for other people from the same doctor.
those of you who are 15, if you have a doctor confidant in doing the surgery and ready to do it asap, pretty much under 21 i suggest you seriously second guess his or her motives. it is generally not recommended at all for teenagers to have this surgery for your bones are still developing and highly likely to come right back.
this is not a piece of cake surgery folks. make sure you know what you're doing. a lot of surgeons are always gonna be ready to cut if you're interested. get as many opinions as possible and never trust someone just cuz they're a doctor.
good luck and take care |
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| Posted: 02/19/07 - 13:52 Post subject: I am thinking about getting a Austin bonionectomy. |
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| Quote: | | I am only 16 years old and I'm not sure about getting operated over the summer. Some doctores have advised me to get a shoe and not operate myself but that was when it wasn't as bad. What should I do???? |
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| Posted: 02/23/07 - 12:59 Post subject: Re: are you crazy? |
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| Guest wrote: | | Guest wrote: | | I just had the surgery yesterday, and for those of you who think the pain is mildly discomfort - you must be superwoman. I am in the most pain I have ever experienced. Vicodin and Percocet are both not working, and I can usually get through operations with little assistance from drugs. I am regretting my decision to have the operation. |
| Quote: | I had surgery Friday,1/12/06. I only had pain the following day, which was controlled with meds. I have just been reclining, icing my foot, and sleeping. Everyone recovers differently. Just give it some time.  |
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| Quote: | I agree with your posting regarding the amount of pain you are in. I had bunion surgery two and a half weeks ago, and I also had a huge amount of pain. On Monday, my surgeon's office removed staples and I was amazed at how painful it was. My foot looked like Frankenstein's. I have met NO ONE that says this surgery is an easy recovery, but I am hopeful to enjoy the results.
I too am on crutches. I did buy a better boot that has a better heel like a rocker (remember earth shoes?) on the bottom. Make sure to ask your surgeon and buy it. It is the best thing and now I am practicing putting weight on my heel with the crutches. I hope you heal soon, and remember- you will likely be able to walk pain-free when you recover. Best of Luck, Lilly |
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| Posted: 02/27/07 - 12:53 Post subject: bunion surgery |
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| Oh I can't imagine walking any distance !!! I had the surgery on both feet at once - 2 weeks ago and am in pain. I take Lortab and it works well but it was very painful and I see a longer than wished for recovery. I am usually very active and going all the time - so this bed rest is getting old for me. I have to say - my feet look great!!! I am glad it is behind me - am riding to Beaufort SC this weekend for my grandaughter's 2nd birthday. Can't wait. |
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| Posted: 02/28/07 - 14:33 Post subject: Re: are you crazy? |
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| Guest wrote: | | I just had the surgery yesterday, and for those of you who think the pain is mildly discomfort - you must be superwoman. I am in the most pain I have ever experienced. Vicodin and Percocet are both not working, and I can usually get through operations with little assistance from drugs. I am regretting my decision to have the operation. |
...i completely agree..i have this surgery on January 11th... its now February 8th, i can sorta some days wear regular shoes, but still with complete discomort. I was in tremendious pain as well and couldnt even apply pressure to my foot for 6 days after the surgery..that was before i could even muster up tolerance to use the crutches..and crutches are no fun. So if ur bunions dont really bother you....and its for cosmetic purposes...DO NOT get the surgery, here it is sometime later and I cant even use my own muscle control to get my big toe to point and flex. Sheesh! No one said the recovery would take soo long. |
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| Posted: 02/28/07 - 19:39 Post subject: |
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you're not even at 2 months, heh. most people's its at least a year to feel somewhat normal again. and if you had hardware put it in thats not comin out good luck w that. i will never have screws in mine again. here it is 6.5 years later, bunion returned in year or so so screws werent doin any help, and just today had to get screws removed due to one going thru my bone.
and i'm 25.
all that i've been thru surgically and post surgically and none of it helped.
good luck! think twice or thrice! |
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| Posted: 04/09/07 - 13:33 Post subject: Recovery Time For My Bunion Surgery |
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It has been 3 weeks since my major bunion surgery on my left big toe. I have had this issue since I was little and has bothered me physically and mentally my entire life (I am only 25). The first week was absolutely awful. The pain was uncomfortable and the medicine put me in lala land. But after one week I was able to walk with a boot, within two weeks I could put pressure on my foot without the boot, and now in my third week I have been testing the foot out by jumping and slight cuts (I am a basketball player) with the boot on. I truely believe I will be 80-90% within the next few weeks.
I think part of the trick is the first week after the surgery. I had the surgery on a Friday and did not return to work until the following Monday. So the entire time I laid on the couch keeping the foot elevated and iced. The only time I left the couch was to go to the restroom. |
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| Posted: 04/20/07 - 17:11 Post subject: bunion recovery |
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I had my bunionectomy done on 3/16/07. It was part of a medical study for pain relievers. I had the bunion removed and a screw put in my right big toe. I had minimal pain the first two days after the surgery, and only wore the boot outdoors. I walked barefoot around the house(against my doctors advice).
At 2 1/2 weeks I was back in athletic shoes and at 3 weeks I was in Maui!!! Went snorkeling, swimming/diving, and even did a 5 mile hike in the mountains.
As of now, I have no pain and very little discomfort. My toe bends quite well and is getting more movement everyday with lots of stretching on my part. The swelling is gone
Everyone heals differently, and age/activity may be a factor. I'm 27 and work out all the time, walk regularly and most importantly, I'm self employed and had to go back to work!! |
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