I had foot surgery two weeks ago (can't find thread.) I got the stitches out today! Love getting those guys out. I had hallux something or other of the big toe. I had bone spurs and osteoarthritis in the big toe joint. It was quite painful and I finally decided to have it taken care of. This is always a big deal to me- do I or just keep hollering.
Dr is happy. Incision is clean and looks good. I can walk w/o crutches. I have to "exercise" my toe. LOL. He means rub it and work the joint, or what is left of it. Next is two knee replacements, but not just now. I don't want to do that mid-winter. I had a knee partial done 8 years ago and it was Dec. I had to do it then so I could use christmas vacation as poart of my time off. I hate getting older as each part feels like it's all wrinkled and krinkled like a car fender. I've had a fender bender in each fender. Lucy
Woohoo Lucy . . . glad those stitches are out and you can put away the crutches. :D
That seemed like a quick two weeks . . . probably not to you, but to me that was quick.
I hope your big toe will feel much better to you than it has in a while.
Good news!!
Bucky
Hi Lucy :)
Well done you being able to walk without crutches! Weren't you tempted to hang onto them until you get your knees done? I couldn't walk without a cane before my knee surgery 4 years ago. If my knee gets bad again though I think i'll ask for an elbow crutch as it's less painful on the hand!
I hope you continue to heal well and do those exercises - they are the key to success I'm sure!
Take care - Scottie :)
good to hear you got a (foot up) on the situa ;)
Hi Lucy,
Congrats on getting them suckers out! And I'm so glad that things have worked out for you!
Oh, and one of your fenders is now "ironed" out! :D
Patze
Lucy
I'm so pleased your foot is healing well. I also think you are very brave to get rid of the crutches so soon, but it's a good sign that you are on the mend.
Hugs
Kathyx
Hi Lucy!
I'm so happy that everything is healing well.
I'll be keeping my fingers and toes crossed for a speedy recovery! ;D
Take good care of yourself. :-*
Lucy, So glad that the big toe is back in business. HOpe you have a good New Year and that the snow doesn't cover you up. Irish ;D
Scottie, I did hang onto my crutches. They are from 8 years ago partial knee replacement. I also have a couple of canes and a walker. My doc told me to use a cane with all my knee problems. I would also like elbow crutches next time and I'll try it when I get knee replacement. Lucy
Lucy,
It's great to hear your good news! :)
Cheryl
Thanks everyone and ANAVYdAD I sure do have a foot up on it now. Now, if i don't drop something heavy on the other big toe, I'll be foot ok.