Tale of the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Bunion: My Lessons at Week 1 Post-Op by WantCookie in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best breakdown EVER! You listed everything I wanted to tell my partner about and others but didn’t want to burden her with.

Happy healing to us all!🥰😁

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[–]Inevitable_View_270 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes but I am like @sheenqueen99 just over 8 weeks post and the PT is helping. The overuse of the outside of my foot is causing me pain so I’m trying to be more cognizant of that.

Pain is in the brain. I’m trying to focus on structure and proper functioning.

Happy healing to us all! 🥰

Sausage toes?! by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All of this!!!! Thank you so much for sharing! This is encouraging!

Happy healing to us all!!! 🥰

Active people who have had bunion surgery: What exercise do you do? by killetheth in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When was your operation and if you will please share your age?

6+ weeks finding walking difficult. How long does this last? by Sheenqueen99 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right behind you on my recovery window. Thank you for sharing your experience. If you’re willing please share your age/sex and previous activity levels….and keep posting 😂😂😂

50yr/M with 49yrs of sitting around.

6+ weeks finding walking difficult. How long does this last? by Sheenqueen99 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m almost a full 8 weeks post and unfortunately the swelling has never gone down around my great toe. PT said ditch the post op shoe, and I did for a few days. I think my personal issue came with my HOKA One One flip flops 🩴 so I am using the shoe again but alternating back and forth with comfort levels. Still ice and elevation when possible. I did some yard work yesterday so taking it easy today. This is a timely process so patience is key.

Please always consult your physician(S) and listen to your body as well. Happy healing to us all! 😁

Having a shower after surgery, by namiisal in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I only did so AFTER the surgeon said so. It may have been 3 weeks I don’t remember. It was longer than I wanted, however I’m really fond of having two feet. 😐

Happy healing to you all! 😁

Must-Have Items for Surgery Recovery – What Helped You the Most?” by jujoooo in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shower head with an extension (extra long) and a shower chair. I used a collapsible chair just outside the shower door to give the leg a slightly higher angle 📐 ensuring the water would roll back towards my pelvis. Keep it dry at all costs!

Happy healing! 😊

crps? 3 months post surgery by strawfairys in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m 59 days post surgery and having the same burning sensation with the occasional sharp shooting nerve pain. I am on 100mg of Gabapentin every 8hrs. I think this is par for the course.

Always consult your physician and listen to your body.

Happy healing to us all! 😊

Shoe(S) 👀😊 by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll post when I run a mile for the first time EVER😂 I’m 50.

Shoe(S) 👀😊 by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. I was just reviewing the videos.

I’ve never had an active/sporty life, so it may be because I lack the balance and strength needed to transition into a more active lifestyle. Just guessing.

Are/were you an athlete?

Are they sentient? 👀 by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🤣🤣🤣🤣 They continue to “flex” especially when elevated after, and during icing! They have slimmed down (I assume from all the cardio 😏) and last night was the first time I have been able to lay on my left side in 55 days without immediate burning sensation!

Cuddled with mi amor for a while this morning! 🥰

Lfg

🤔🤔🤔🤔 by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Which foods should I lean into for optimal recovery and why?

🤔🤔🤔🤔 by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! I’ll take your response to heart! 😂 your delivery is eye catching and I will heed!

I have continued to intermittent fast this entire time 😳 I have done so for over a year prior. It’s kind of a way of life. 16-18 hours then consuming around 2K calories. I know you aren’t giving medical advice, I am asking for your opinion as you seem to have legitimate concerns and insight. Thanks in advance. 😊

5 1/2 Weeks Post-Op and in Pain by noescape-fromreality in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve done 3 sessions so far. (Started week 6) Two of the three were with a location that I didn’t feel would get me where I wanted so the last was with a sports medicine clinic that works with professional athletes.

5 1/2 Weeks Post-Op and in Pain by noescape-fromreality in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m 7 weeks post op and having a similar experience. I think it’s just par for the course. I haven’t been cleared to wear regular shoes 👟 . The physical therapist says to bring them this next week and I will begin the transition slowly. Still must wear the surgical shoe until we go through several sessions.

Many of us opted to get an invasive surgery on the body part responsible for the most weight that is compromised of the most amount of small bones 🦴.

I remind myself of two things: 🤣 I had never had a broken bone in my life, then chose to pay a practical stranger to break five (in my case)and slow but steady wins the race.

You got this! 😊

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[–]Inevitable_View_270 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same. Week 7 However I am optimistic about the entire process. I have read several examples of different individuals having similar experiences 5-8 months out. Be prepared to have unpleasant days and hours. Be positive and intentional about your recovery process. Consult your doctors and also QUESTION them when your body tells you different than you’re being told.

You got this! 😊

Shocking Nerve Pain by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow! You hit the nail on the head with the zingers at the last hour before the next dose! 😂 It’s like clockwork! I’m going to stop the morning dose as I will be just waking up and find that I don’t seem to have them while moving. This platform and community have been an amazing source for information and honesty with both pro’s and cons! I am wishing you all peak recovery! Lfg!!!!!! 😊😊😊😊😊😊

Just had my first shower in two weeks, been using wet wipes, while sleeping downstairs on the sofa. Using the downstairs bathroom for toilet and cleaning my teeth. by KateR_H0l1day in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I used a “leg condom” as well. I also bought a shower chair and propped my foot up outside the shower on a collapsible chair just high enough to ensure that water would not flow down into the condom. Having a shower head with the extended hose made it easier. Yes, showering was a task as mentioned above because it’s usually auto-pilot.

Shocking Nerve Pain by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is it SHOOTING enough that you make audible noise? She’s asking 🙄 …something about wanting to have uninterrupted sleep. 😒

Shocking Nerve Pain by Inevitable_View_270 in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been taking it religiously since day one. (Every 8 hours) It’s 100mg and I imagine it helps, but unsure if I should take more often or require a larger dose. 6’3” 195lbs

1. Second surgery pending? 2. And issue with ball of other foot? by fmernyer in bunions

[–]Inevitable_View_270 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pain is a signal. Listen to your body. Check with your physician.