While there are some general guidelines, some procedures work well for some Surgeons and poorly for others. Your Surgeon should consider the severity of your bunion, medical condition, lifestyle, and recuperation time when considering the surgical treatment. If your surgery requires bone healing and most do then expect that it will take 6 weeks for the bone to mend.
This is the normal average time frame for bone healing and cannot be made to happen any quicker. Full recovery from bunion surgery may take up to 6 months. Expect to some take time away from work to recover, but the amount of time you will need off depends on your Surgeon see Preparing for Surgery. Some bunion surgeries allow for immediate walking in a bunion shoe, while other procedures may require you to be in cast with crutches.
Larger bunions usually require a period of non-weightbearing. Typically when the bone work is close to the big toe joint then it is likely that your Surgeon will allow you to walk after the surgery. This is usually the case for mild or moderate bunions.
When the bone work is further away from the big toe joint, then crutches and a cast of some sort may be needed.
This is usually the case for moderate to large bunions. In some situations, you can bear partial weight — but this also depends on the recommendations of your Surgeon. If you have a large bunion, it is very likely that you will have to use crutches for about 6 weeks.
The procedure itself should be painless as you will have had anesthesia see above. Before the Surgeon places the surgical dressing the operating room, he or she will often numb the foot with a long-acting anesthetic that should provide excellent pain relief to get you through the night.
You will experience the most pain during the first three post-operative days — expect each day to be better than the last. In order to correct your bunion, metallic surgical hardware such as screws, staples, plates and wires are usually needed to stabilize the bones in their corrected position. Surgical stainless steel is most commonly used. You should be aware that Nickel is present in surgical stainless steel hardware and if you have an allergy you should notify your doctor prior to surgery.
Titanium is also used, but not as commonly as stainless steel. Absorbable screws are also available, but are much less commonly used. Most Surgeons will say that the hardware can be left in your foot permanently. Some people elect to have the hardware removed if it is close to the skin and irritating. Others simply prefer to have the hardware removed. You most likely already know that you have to keep your bandages dry, clean and elevated, apply ice regularly and take prescription medications as directed, but there are other things you can do to make your recovery time more comfortable as well.
After all, if you are going to be confined to your bed or needing to use crutches everywhere you go, not only is your foot sidelined for a while — so are your hands! With that in mind, we have some great tips for you to consider for before and after your bunion surgery:.
By heeding these instructions, you should be able to recover from your bunion surgery in no time! If you experience any of these symptoms, contact us right away. We can help you determine what exactly is causing your discomfort and provide the best solution to get you back on the right track. Read the form carefully and ask questions if something is not clear. In addition to a complete medical history, your healthcare provider may perform a complete physical exam to make sure that you are in good health before undergoing the procedure.
You may undergo blood tests or other diagnostic tests. Tell your healthcare provider if you are sensitive to or are allergic to any medicines, latex, tape, and anesthetic agents local and general. Tell your healthcare provider of all medicines prescribed and over-the-counter and herbal supplements that you are taking. Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of bleeding disorders or if you are taking any anticoagulant blood-thinning medicines, aspirin, or other medicines that affect blood clotting.
It may be necessary for you to stop these medicines before the procedure. If you are pregnant or suspect that you are pregnant, you should notify your healthcare provider. You may receive a sedative before the procedure to help you relax. Because the sedative may make you drowsy, you will need to arrange for someone to drive you home.
Based on your medical condition, your healthcare provider may request other specific preparation. Bunion surgery may be done on an outpatient basis or rarely as part of your stay in a hospital. Most bunion surgery is performed under ankle block anesthesia, in which your foot is numb, but you are awake. Occasionally, general or spinal anesthesia is used. If a local anesthetic is used, you will feel a needle stick when the anesthetic is injected.
This may cause a brief stinging sensation. If general anesthesia is used, you will be put to sleep using intravenous medicine. The healthcare provider will cut, realign, and possibly remove portions of bone, ligaments, and tendons of the affected foot based upon the severity of the bunion.
The healthcare provider will close the opening with stitches and apply a sterile bandage or dressing. After your surgery, you will be taken to the recovery room for observation. Your recovery process will vary depending on the type of anesthesia that is given.
The circulation and sensation of the foot will be monitored. Once your blood pressure, pulse, and breathing are stable and you are alert, you will be taken to your hospital room or discharged to your home. Your healthcare provider will give you specific instructions for caring for your foot at home during the first few weeks after surgery. In short, it means a much faster return to normal activities. On average, people who undergo Lapiplasty can bear weight on their foot in only a few days instead of several weeks are out of their surgical boot and back to regular shoes in about six weeks.
According to early research, your odds of having your bunion return are about 12 times higher with a traditional osteotomy versus Lapiplasty. To request an appointment at any of our offices in Missouri or Kansas, call or contact us online. Kansas City Office N. Gladstone Office NE 60th St. Gladstone, MO Leawood Office Ash St. Leawood, KS Lansing Office Progress Dr.
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