Had ny operation yesterday operation and so far not got any pain that paracetomol cant control, however looks like I could be a lucky one or have a big shock coming to me, does anyone know what recovery time is.
Hi, I had my op last Tuesday felt fine until middle of the night when I had an aching foot enough to wake me up but not painful. I took the last painkiller last Thursday and havnt needed any since, so far no pain. Yesterday I felt my foot swelling quite uncomfortable but Im thinking it may be the bruising coming out,, still no painkillers and no pain, I did take Ibobrphine just for the puffy feeling and today fine - good luck !
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I didn't have any pain following my operation either so don't worry! I took paracetamol / ibuprofen for 1 or 2 days after the operation then only had one at night every now and then. The main problem I had was headaches after stopping taking the paracetamol and Ibuprofen.
Other than that the only pain I've had is in my first week of walking. I'm over 3 months from my operation now and no pain at all 😊
I had 6 weeks of resting at home with my foot elevated.
I thought the same as you so I eased off the painkillers a bit fast. Quickly went back onto meds even if I didn't need them for first four days. I think the worst part of this is the time it takes to heal. So far so good.
I am nearly 7 weeks post op and very little pain. More pain now that I have started to walk so just have to listen to my feet. I'm sure you will be fine! Recovery time varies but I think the average before being able to wear normal shoes is around 3-4 months.
I think the recovery time is different for everyone. Im 8 weeks post op and back in my normal flat shoes. I think iv had a very good recovery with no pain and havent needed pain relief from the start, i think from what my surgeon said theres still quite a long way to go . Good luck with your recovery
Hi iowcaulkhead,
Can I suggest you read the other postings by all means but then just remember, everyone is different and very often, but not always, you'll hear only the negative comments. Don't know if you are male or female, but if you were off to visit the dentist for instance or about to give birth, you will hear such horror stories of other peoples' experiences that you'll want to run screaming in the opposite direction. Let me just say, I had my Scarf Akin Bunion operation with a toe reconstruction almost 7 weeks ago and like you I had very little pain. In all, I reckon I must have taken only 6 or 8 paracetamols in all that time. So keep thinking positive thoughts and remember that everyday that passes is another day of healing. Yes I had discomfort but nothing that I couldn't handle and it eases as the weeks pass. Try not to focus too much on your foot and relax. Elevate your foot higher than your heart for most of the time especially during the first 2 weeks and continue to do as you've been told after that. I am sure you'll continue to be absolutely fine. The nerve jumping can certainly make you jump! But having some choice swear words ready to mutter under your breath when it happens, helps! It only lasts for seconds and it gets less after 4/5weeks. As with any operation your recovery time depends on you. For some it takes longer than others. Last week I couldn't walk without support from my crutches this week I am walking without them and quite easily too. I got so excited about how quickly things had started to turn around and now I'm hoping that by the end of next week I can get out driving again. Best wishes and be patient, you're doing well. LadyPink
Hi! I had my surgery last Friday. I haven't had much pain either. I quit the pain meds Wednesday and I am doing great. I was prepared to hurt a lot more than this, but so far not a lot of pain. Now, a week post op it's just sore feeling. I stay off my feet and keep it elevated and will continue to do so. Saw my foot when dr changed bandage 4 days post op and so excited, it looked normal, even though it was swollen! Over all my experience so far has been great, not much pain, and foot looks good. I will have the other foot done later in the year. Hope things continue to go well for you. My dr says I'm looking at 4 to 6 weeks recovery.
Glad things are going good for all of us on this thread ...now im just looking towards removal of the pins! and im taking extra calcium x
Hello Sheila, I was sitting resting my foot when I heard your message came through on my iPhone. Well done to you, it's soo good to hear good news isn't it. I have had no pain as such, just discomfort occasionally; aching, swelling a little and up to 4/5 weeks of nerve jumping. I'm coming up to 7 weeks now and see my consultant next Wednes. I am slowly getting back into my routine around the house but find that I need to rest my foot throughout the day as it can ache a little, but that's all. The new foot looks fantastic but the bunion on the other foot now looks soo ugly in comparison - ha ha! That will get done later this summer - finders crossed. Hopefully I will be driving in a week's time, as I can bend all five toes relatively easily but I will get the consultants permission first. I'm amazed how well and quickly we can recover. Best wishes and take things easy. LadyPink
LadyPink you are so funny! I thought the same thing comparing my old foot to the new one! Very ugly looking! Haha can't wait to get my other foot done also! By sept this year you and I will have positively lovely feet! Best wishes to you!
Hi Sheila, Well....y'have to see things with a sense of humour don't you. I'm a great believer in staying positive too. Thanks for your reply, let us know how you progress. You've caught me having a break with my feet up again.....been ironing so I'm aching a bit. Still..... 'Onward and Upward'! LadyPink
Hello, I also had my bunions removed last Friday on the 23rd Jan. Pleased with pain level and recovery so far. I'm seeing doc on monday to have dressings changed I hope I'm as pleased as you. I'm glad I decided to have both feet done at the same time. My docter kind of agreed that I could be wearing pretty shoes this summer.
Hi Bev, Welcome to our forum page. Good to hear that your operation appears to have gone well. Keep up the good work and keep that foot elevated. You may be able to wear 'pretty' shoes in the summer but don't be surprised if your feet are still a little swollen. I have a family wedding in July and am nearly 7 weeks post op at the moment. To be honest I'm not expecting to be able to wear high heels. It's more likely to be something for 'comfort' and therefore low heels or even flat ones. Anyway that's for the future isn't it... You have a good recovery and take it easy. Best wishes. LadyPink
Still managing on paracetamol although have started Ibrufin today as well as my foot is huge, fingers crossed it continues
Hi iowcaulhead, I hope you are taking it easy and that you are making sure when you elevate your foot it's at a higher level than you're heart. This helps to cut down on swelling and pain if you have any. I needed about four cushions under mine when I was resting on the couch and in bed I had three pillows to elevate it while sleeping. Hope it reduces for you very soon. In the meantime take care.LadyPink
That's great Bev! Glad to here your'e doing well with both feet operated on at same time! My left bunion was worse than my right. Had to break the toe and put screws in. The right one only needs shaving the bone, so I decided to do the worst one first. You will be so pleased with your new feet! Please post after dr apt. and let us know how things went!
I am nearly 6 weeks post op and I only took pain killers for 10 days, about 5 days of paracetamol and neurofen regularly, then 5 days just at night. The only night I really had pain I used codein and paracetamol instead and it didn't work as well, and even then the pain was only like a bad day with the bunion!
Does anyone have pain at the back of the heel, I guess where the ankle block was done? I took the ace bandage loose to see why that area was hurting, it is bruised and sore there. The surgical shoe rubs that area. Bev, how are you doing? Oh by the way I'm 9 days post op.
My left ankle has some soreness and so I took a peak and found substantial bruising. My right ankle was really sore the other day but when I checked there was no bruising just a little blister where the surgical shoe was rubbing. I'm seeing the surgeon this afternoon so I will ask about the bruising. I'm waiting til after my appointment before putting a blister plaster on. I have a good supply of blister plasters because I used to use them on my bunions! I didn't think I be using them this week! 10 days post op. Time is moving quite fast. The worse the weather the happier I am to be stuck inside. One thing I will ask the doc about; does everyone wear the surgical shoes constantly? In my groggy post op haze I don't remember being told to but I have been. When I took them off to check out the heel pain it was bliss and I hated to put them back on.