Bunion Surgery Recovery Process

[@lisakaminsky8062]

I'd like to share that not all bunion surgery is as painful as Grace has experienced. I had surgery exactly two weeks ago. I'm still bandaged, still with stitches. I had the bone shaved, toe repositioned and set with screws. I haven't experienced any pain..the most I can claim is a mild discomfort, especially at night. The reason I'm posting my response because I am reading comment after comment about how fearful some people are of their upcoming surgeries, and they shouldn't be. This video, while perhaps helpful to some, does instill fear...and I think viewers should know that recovery can be a piece of cake.

[@GraceJennings]

Lisa Kaminsky thank you so much for sharing your experience!! I appreciate it so much and it gives people another experience to see (especially since yours was way more positive it seems!!) I wish my recovery was the way you described and I did not intend to scare anyone, but I definitely do get what you are saying! I hope everyone reacts like you did, but I wanted to share my experience on how my surgery went. I am finally healed on both feet and am beyond grateful that I had the surgery done. It was so worth it in the end!! Thank you again for sharing and I’m so glad that people can see that everyone responds differently to the surgery. Thanks again!

[@elizabethmcleod371]

Lisa Kaminsky I am more like you....no pain, some minor discomfort....I am just 2 days post op

[@stbam1965]

Thanks, maybe she has a lower pain threshold. I heard that some ppl feel pain a lot more than others. I'm in chronic pain with my hip and back and bunion and tendon in foot. I tolerate it.But I'm worried about bunion surgery and the shooting pain.

[@stbam1965]

@@GraceJennings mine hurt. Had it 4 days ago ,but not like what she said. Only if I didnt have foot up and didnt use ice. And stayed up too long. If you STAY DOWN ,foot above heart ice around ankle 20minutes on 30 minutes off . Dont get up unless you HAVE TO. . Day 4 was Up a little ,fixed bed blankets with help of course and moved with knee walker or whatever you use. Then back down. It sucks. But I hate pain and I wanna walk asap pain free. . The pressure is the worst, I loosened the surgery shoe to help swelling made it tight tight. That helped. Ice helped . Follow dr instructions EXACTLY, it helps a ton.

[@tamikagordon904]

The pain was excruciating, I had the surgery

[@EloisesCrafts]

Had my surgery on June 6th and it went really good. I was terrified but I had an easy recovery with little pain .

[@colleendavis6800]

I had bunion surgery back in October 2019. It wasn't that painful for me except for maybe the first week. I had the bunion taken off my right pinky toe. My toe and foot was wrapped up in a lot of bandages and gauze padding, and then the ace type bandage that doesn't need clips but sticks. Then after being in a surgical shoe for 6 weeks, the screw that had been placed in the bone to help hold the bone together to heal decided it was going to try to come out the side of my foot. I had to go back in and that removed.

[@TurtleTimeVoiceOvers]

Had this done in February. I can confirm that everything you said is true. The pain can’t be described. Hopefully it’s an investment in our future because so far I haven’t not regretted it. Ask me in three months and hopefully I’ll be so glad that I did it. Great video. Thanks.

[@livelovedaydream]

Have had bunion surgery on both feet. Both times was able to walk in the boot right after surgery... hardly any pain no pain killers needed. Cakewalk. My surgeon was fantastic

[@Daysofhorror-vickie]

How long after surgery was it before back to normal walking pls

[@livelovedaydream]

@@Daysofhorror-vickie i was in the boot about 6 months and after that i was pretty much good to go. Had some physical therapy as well

[@mattielovell3098]

I just had bunion surgery 2 days ago and it’s been so painful, I’m glad I’m not alone in this.

[@GraceJennings]

I hope it gets better soon!! The first few days were a pain, but then it started to get much better for me

[@smionkabeauty]

Hey, I am now four days post surgery and I am watching now all these videos on youtube and I feel very sorry for all of you guys experiencing pain. I am 25 so basically still young, recovery process depends of course on age as well...But you guys are also young so I don't understand why I am so blessed to not feel any pain at all, I mean I do a little when I try to move the finger as my doctor recommended (so it doesn't get stiff) as if it was bruised or as if I just took my high heels off after a long night of dancing, but any of the crucial pain all of you guys are talking about! I just want to let people in the comment section know that it is not that painful if you take your painkillers as your doctor instructed you to... because that way you will be one step ahead of the pain... When you rest your leg enough and take care of it, you wont experience any pain and you will heal sooner. No walking, no standing on one leg (because the blood from your body will flow right into the wound and it will produce a big pressure on it - THAT hurts), just try to rest and sleep as much as possible and you will be good!

[@GraceJennings]

Love love love this comment!! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and giving others a positive perspective. I so hope everyone has a recovery more like yours!! I wish you all the best and keep us all updated on how it goes!!

[@avaelysedo25]

Great advice! I’m 22 and just had my right foot done 9/22 so I’m 9 days post op. Everything’s been going wonderfully besides my dire lack of sleep which has sucked. I finally slept a full 7 hours without waking up last night and I didn’t even sleep when taking the oxys. It’s been tricky but I hope here on up I sleep better and keep healing well!

[@mtheodoris42]

I'm doing GREAT👍🏾 and I had a bunionectomy and hammer toe correction (shaved down 2nd metatarsal) on my right foot, 13 days ago! My Dr. reminded me that everyone's experience is difference and she's right, so dont let this vid discourage you. I've been driving since day 8. My pain/flexion wasn't too bad, considering I had 2 screws put in my large toe and stitches in 2 places. There's swelling of course, and that's where most of my pain stems from. I elevate my foot 80% of the time, ice it 40% of the time. Also, I played college and pro bball, torn an ACL, meniscus and an Achilles, compared to those and child birth, this post-op is a breeze! I think ppl who've experienced prior surgeries may fair better, b/c of higher pain tolerance and perspective. P.S. My foot looks so cute now...totally worth it! So, I'm getting my left foot foot done in a few months. 😉

[@GraceJennings]

Mariota Theodoris Thank you so much for sharing!! Your doctor is so right, everyone’s recovery is different. I hope more people have a recovery like yours and I appreciate you for sharing and giving others hope! God bless and best of luck with the rest of your recovery. Keep us updated if you can! :)

[@mtheodoris42]

@@GraceJennings you're welcome Grace.

[@belenavelar9838]

Mariota Theodoris did you pay out of your pocket and how much was it because I’m looking forward to getting surgery

[@laurenchristine9209]

You started driving the next week?!

[@Corinaab]

I would like to know how surgery affects being active

[@mattseefeldt6483]

You're a real trooper dealing with all the pain from your surgery.

[@vacationfan15]

I had both feet done six months apart and about two years ago. I had the complete opposite experience with both feet. I had my left foot done first. I had Scarf and Akin procedures on both feet. They sawed the bunions off and my bones were completely cut all the way through and repositioned and pins put in. I had absolutely NO pain with my left foot (but, of course, I was on medication). When I had my right foot done six months later, I had EXCRUCIATING pain to the point I was crying. The pain only lasted about 12 hours and then had no pain after that. My surgeon said no two surgeries are the same. Boy, was he right!

[@GraceJennings]

Loki Bode thank you so much for sharing your experience!! It’s so interesting hearing about everyone’s experiences. And your doctor was so right! No two surgeries are the same!!

[@ranakrisher8341]

So i just had bunion surgery July 9 so i'm about two months into recovery. And yes it has been very painful, my pain blocker lasted about 3 days but let me tell ya after that wears off be prepared for the pain because it's no joke! )On the 3rd day I ended up getting really sick my doctor said it was a combo of the meds and i made the mistake and had spicy food and it really upset my stomach. I'm at 9 weeks now just starting to walk on it a bit but the bottom of my foot is still really sore. I can't walk on it without my boot just yet (getting there) and not for very long because it still swells. USE YOUR ICE!! IT HELPS!! For my surgery, I had too have my big toe bone broke and reset and 2 screws put in. There are many different ways of getting bunion surgery mine was probably the worst. To get around after surgury I used a leg scooter (which got the nickname LITTLE SCOOT) I found it much easier then a wheelchair and crutches. So now im just waiting for this healing process to be OVER! ITs taking to long! Good luck to those looking bunion into surgery hope this helps!

[@michelleramon1481]

Having mine done next Friday 23rd March 2018 . I'm petrified of the pain as I had my left bunion done many years ago . So I know what's to come 😢. Your a brave young lady . I live in England . Enjoyed your video. X

[@GraceJennings]

I hope your surgery goes well!!!

[@leoleo7928]

I had bunios surgery on march 23 , 2018 too, first 3 or 4 days are really painful, I'm on my 2 week already, no pain, just when I get up, some pressures, Monday April 9 Dr will take stitches out, can't wait to walk again, been at home of 2 weeks sucks,

[@tamikagordon904]

Me too

[@stbam1965]

@@leoleo7928 I had mine nov 8 2018. Lost motion in my toes and ankle but I had tendon cut to release it. Been in theropy 6 weeks. Better now. Got boot off 10 weeks. It was hard for me. My friend had hers done 2 years ago and went camping 3 days latter. I asked my surgeon, he said that every single surgery is different and everyone is different. So dont be hard on myself because I am taking longer and having hard time. I did stub my surgery toe the day after bringing my leg up and out I hit the post under my knee scooter that went to the seat. I hit it hard and I did cry.

[@efjulia]

I just got my surgery done today, not looking forward for the nerve block to wear off. your videos are very helpful!

[@GraceJennings]

Julia Stepanian Glad to help!! How’s the recovery going so far?

[@stbam1965]

I getting mine tomorrow, I'm scared

[@dannitamiller6840]

I agree with her... I had mines 12 days ago and the pain is not as bad but it does throb and burn each time I put it down... I have my post op appointment on tomorrow and I'm not looking forward to that... I wonder when the stitches will be removed... thanks for this video

[@stbam1965]

@@dannitamiller6840 I had mine 4 days ago. And the tendon on bottom of foot cut. It was painful.the block lasted 4 hours. . I stayed off it unless I had to use bathroom. Took meds ice 20 on 30 off. Drs are coming out with newer type of surgery for bunion, tiny cut and camera guided. Less pain fast recovery. If I didnt have to keep working I wouldnt of done this. My job is on my feet 8 hours on the line for GM. and beats me up. If I had to get other foot done I would not go back. Nope ,no way. Unless maybe new procedures, and I had someone to get me ice pack water and food instead of watching me struggle getting it myself. Just saying. If you have help with basic needs. Good. If not then dont do it.

[@antoniabyron8077]

the block ran out 2 days after

[@sg1726]

Hi. Everything you've described true! This surgery is not easy, like they say so. Second day after surgery I woke up screaming - feels like somebody ripped my skin off.

[@Pamelina1111]

I had it done years ago under local anesthesia. They injected my foot with 7 shots and I thought I was going to come unglued. They couldn’t wait for one shot to take affect before they did the rest. It was the most excruciating pain I’ve ever felt in my life!

[@jariuscurry1138]

Week 2 or 3. A little pain but manageable. Moved my foot more than I should so had a complete break from where the dr. Cut. I keep it elevated and still have pins in. Get dressing changed once a week. And thats about it.

[@kyleepreston4828]

My bunion surgery is on August 6th! Missing my vacation to Tennessee for this. I’m only 13 so they might have to do it again when i’m older

[@hanselfam]

Just had my surgery this morning. I’m already in a lot of pain and Tylenol cod. Takes a while to kick in but I didn’t want tramadol. Definitely don’t know how I’m going to handle the pain the next few days.

[@Ejay3887]

How are you feeling now? I’m going to get a surgery soon

[@colleenconger5265]

It’s unfortunate that you were not given the nerve block for three days as I see some other people have gotten it and I did as well. It saves three days of no pain whatsoever it was the best thing since sliced bread. I am two weeks out today from my surgery and I had bunion/2nd toe is dislocated hammer toe and then I had my toenail taken off my third toe so yeah Pain was there Full force once the nerve block is gone. Then I transitioned to prescribe med but that really does nothing compared to the nerve block; that thing was the bomb!

[@fishingologist5074]

You are so right on point. I just had mine done and it was very bad the first three days. Thanks fo sharing.

[@GraceJennings]

You’re welcome

[@jonigurl]

Omg scary my bunion surgery is on dec 21st!!

[@GraceJennings]

Janjay Spike Hope it goes extremely well!!

[@stbam1965]

Ask about newer type of surgery with tiny incision. Google it. My dr didnt do it and I didnt wait for it to be here in Michigan. Take a couch cushion or something and a knee wedge and get 6 of those soft blue cloth freezer packs wraps , keep leg up above heart and ice 20 0n 30 off. , knee walker is a must. But dont back up over other foot like I did. If you feel.alot of sprssure and pain your surgery shoe might be too tight from swelling. Undi strap across toes. If you stay off it ,3 days straight except to go bathroom it helps.

[@Peace43587]

I had surgery this am and i dont feel any pain but i know its coming😭😭😭😭

[@avaelysedo25]

TAMIKA NEWELL how are you doing? I’m 9 days post op and only had severe pain the 2nd day/night. I have been pain free since but I just am super uncomfortable with the cast and it’s so hard to sleep but I slept much better last night so I’m thankful! The only pain I’m feeling is pressure from the cast and if I put my foot down at all and my knee has been hurting from sitting like this. I’m excited to get this off in 6 days!

[@KingVonAllegra]

Thanks for info. My daughter just had surgery today July 2020....hoping she doesn’t have too much pain....I feel so bad for her now. Thanks again for the details....

[@kaitlin5193]

My surgery is the 19th. They say to keep taking meds even if you don't think you need them the first 48 hours. Sounds like it's gonna be fun.

[@billricke8232]

Had mine done 10 days ago and it is painful, but I am almost 64 years old. So wish I would have had it done years ago, but didn't realize how bad mine was. My big toe was going under the other toes. If I would have wait any longer 2 of my bones on the top of my foot would have had to been broken and reset. Thank God only one broken, one screw, one shaved, and some other repair work due to age. I highly recommend a wheel chair with extending leg to help. The walker/crutchers get difficult to use after this long. I have plantar faceitus(sp) and now my good foot is hurting from all the hopping, as well as my wrists. Had to get this wheelchair due to a death in the family right after surgery and now I am SO thankful I did. Very depressing having to be so still. Best of luck to all.

[@stbam1965]

Had mine nov 2018. If I have to do it on other foot ,I would say NO WAY. unless I had someone to help me for 9 days straight with meals shower dressed.

[@GraceJennings]

UPDATE: The specific surgery I had was a Bunionectomy with wedge osteotomy. Also, I made a bunion surgery video playlist on my channel where you can see all of those videos. I’m sorry I haven’t been able to answer all of your questions here, but I have many more recent videos that answer several of your questions. As always, thanks for watching :)

[@PurpleKhajiit97]

Mine is in 4 days. But not only am I getting this, but I’m getting a mid foot fusion. So I’m nervous to say the least.

[@GraceJennings]

Purple Khajiit I hope it went well!!

[@miyunpark3511]

Wishing you a speedy recovery!! 💜

[@GraceJennings]

MiYun Park Thank you!!

[@bobbylincoln7869]

i got my surgery today it 'going to take 4 to 6 weeks before they take the cast off

[@GraceJennings]

I hope you are feeling okay today!!:)

[@adventureswithsteve4278]

Thank you for sharing. I get my bunion surgery in March. This video answered the questions I was wondering about .

[@GraceJennings]

I'm glad it was able to help!! I hope all goes well with your upcoming surgery in March!

[@adventureswithsteve4278]

@@GraceJennings thank you

[@erikaestesTIC]

Thank you❤ Get well soon. I have surgery November

[@kennaodell6170]

Do you have to have crutches for the whole time you have a cast.

[@MsPenny1994]

I just had my surgery on Friday but this hurts so so so bad..... the toe spasms are insane... I cannot get comfortable

[@ursisfatima9675]

Jenny Penny I had surgery yesterday! The pain blocker is starting to ware off it’s already hurting

[@kyleekylee3890]

Im having bunion surgery in the summer . Im 13 next month

[@GraceJennings]

my rares not yours MSP i hope it goes well!! Feel free to ask any questions if you have any!

[@kyleekylee3890]

Grace Jennings thank you .

[@hannahcrosley7927]

my rares not yours MSP i’m having surgery on my bunion this summer too i’m 13

[@kyleekylee3890]

Hannah Crosley im now 13 :)

[@maferzegarra5058]

my rares not yours MSP Did you have your surgery already, if so did it hurt ?

[@LovepreetSingh-mx1jc]

My surgery is soon🤧

[@GraceJennings]

I hope it goes well!! :)

[@LovepreetSingh-mx1jc]

@@GraceJennings Thanks 😊

[@user-mb9jx5tx9y]

I’m scared

[@Tesscheer08]

5 days post op lapidus bunionectomy and the pain is finally starting to improve but I'm non weight bearing 2 weeks. Have pins and a metal plate across the bridge of my foot.

[@aleiturralde5652]

Getting my surgery tomorrow , really nervous for the recovery process

[@GraceJennings]

I hope your recovery is a smooth one!! If you begin to be in pain I would recommend a stress ball or something to help distract you. I also have lots more videos on my channel with more information which might help. Feel free to comment any questions and I (or someone else who had a similar surgery) can try to answer! Praying for you with your surgery!!

[@aleiturralde5652]

@@GraceJennings so I got my surgery and my nerve blocker I think is starting to ware off because my ankle feels like it’s throbbing/hot , was that normal ?

[@lostmymindinbooks]

How are you duing? I hope your healing goes as well ad mine

[@lostmymindinbooks]

@@aleiturralde5652 normal - use Ice packs (not freezing cold, just over zero, to sooth it. Or fill bags with ice cold water and ice cubes to make it ladt longer)

[@aleiturralde5652]

@@lostmymindinbooks thank you so much !! Today was an extra hard day the pain medicine made me really nauseous and it was overall uncomfortable. I hope your recovery is good (:

[@_littleviccc]

I had my surgery 8 days ago on my right foot! I watched all of your videos prior to my surgery so thank you for posting! The pain the day after surgery was the worst it’s been, since then the pain has been minimal. The only time I feel any pain now (8 days after surgery) is when I wake up and first get up to use the restroom bc the foot has been elevated all night so as soon as I get up the blood rushes down. Then also at night my foot twitches, not all night or even too often but when it happens it definitely is uncomfortable. I also wanted to ask if anyone experienced pain when trying to walk in the surgical boot? I had the same procedure that Grace had but was not put in a hard cast, only wrapped then put in a surgical walking boot. Was not given crutches but ended up borrowing some from a friend. It’s been 8 days and I was told by my doctor if I needed to use the restroom I could walk (without crutches) but I am unable to! I also had the tailors bunion surgically removed as well as the main bunion. So when I walk I feel a burning, sharp pain on the side of the pinky toe. So I have yet to put any weight on my foot and that makes me nervous. /:

[@lakesharhodes4451]

I had mine done last Wednesday and it hurts... I have shooting pains go thru my foot and now I habe to het the left foot done after this one heals... I have no crutches I been walking with a boot on to go to the bathroom and stuff

[@elizabethmills00]

I had my surgery about 3 weeks ago and it’s been agonizing.

[@artangel1876]

My pain feels like im constantly standing barefoot on a monkey bar but its bearable to a certain extent and the pain meds only feel like they last an hour

[@joannepereira5080]

I wish I could do it , another surgery I don’t do it after I see your videos I now is too much for me can’t go true another surgery when I’m allergic to all pain meds, my’s they very big the pain is incredible & they get infected. After I see the video I no the surgery is not for me .. Good Luck & a fast recovery you deserve it my dear you are so young & beautiful & caring 💕

[@19095987]

I had surgery on my left foot on Jan 9th and left the surgical center in a walking shoe. I am only allowed to walk using my heel. After the Exparel wore off the next day, I ended up taking a total of 4 percocets to get through the "pain stage". Today I have no pain at all with my foot elevated. I still am not allowed to bear weight on the foot. I have my next appt on the 25th to have the sutures removed and get another xray of the foot. This isn't as bad as I thought it was going to be. The only thing I dislike is the long recovery because I am a highly active person.

[@GraceJennings]

R Ruff hope the recovery is going well for you! I’ve been slowly getting more and more active and it feels so nice to be back!!

[@livelovedaydream]

I had very little pain with mine, went to lunch right after I woke up. We had to walk about 5 blocks to the restaurant from the parking garage. I had a nerve block. That night it began to wear off. Still manageable. The worst pain i felt is in the middle of the night i got up to go to the bathroom and FORGOT about my boot!!! put my foot right on the floor and went OWWW. that was the worst, don't do that! Stairs were the worst I had to scoot down the stairs on my butt. I did use a cane just for stability purposes. I felt the cane helped a lot! I had a lot more pain before the surgery so I was really looking forward to the relief. My biggest complication has been some stiffness in my big toe! I had to go to physical therapy for that. Granted I had the surgery when I was 22 years old so probably much better experience having it young. Got the big toe bunion done on one foot and tailors bunionettes on both done. The experiences sure vary as I see from the vid. I hope you are feeling better now and things have resolved!! Oh, and I went down two shoe sizes too! Had to get larger shoes to accomodate the bunion

[@muveefan]

Thank you for sharing your experience eventhough you've struggling. We have 2 similarities, the surgery of the left foot and the crutches brand 🤭. Im done 1 week and like you weaning from the pain meds. Your doc could have let you have the Aircast Boot, easy and flexible to use. Do you have any issues after five years? Did everything goes back to normal like walking, runnjng, weight bearing? Thanks agajn & have a great day😊

[@xcalabur18]

Thanks so much for posting this, girl! Very informative. I'm actually getting surgery soon, too. I am wondering if you could explain more about what it was like to get put to sleep? This is the part that FREAKS me OUT!! Like, what does it feel like? How do they do it? What does it feel like when they put the stuff in, like do you get sleepy or is more like wide awake to instantly out? Could you have stayed awake if you would have tried or is it impossible? Haha. Basically whatever you remember about that part would be helpful. Thanks so much!

[@No-lk5by]

xcalabur18 I've had anesthesia multiple times, sometimes it depends on the drug or person but for me it's always been instantly out. Even if I try to fight it. I believe they gave me something to relax before the actual anesthesia but usually you get a mask over your face (oxygen) and then they start putting things in your IV (you should've already had that placed) and they'll either ask you stuff or ask you to count down then you'll be out, and before you know it you wake up in recovery. I did wake up with a bit of nausea but I've always been prone to it.

[@talamullins7656]

I had my right foot done 2 years ago and I'm doing my left foot in like two days I'm not nervous about the surgery I just remember how bad it hurt the next day. So I hope it's not as bad as I remember.

[@GraceJennings]

How did it go?

[@talamullins7656]

The surgery went really well but the pain has definitely been as painful as I remember. I'm not able to walk on my foot for at least 6 weeks.

[@GraceJennings]

I'm so sorry! it is painful but just remember the end goal of being pain free!

[@talamullins7656]

I expected it to be painful but thank you I'm just looking forward to the end:)

[@FemaleSneakerHead430]

I just had this done today. Right now my whole entire foot is numb so I do not have any pain right now.

[@amandareed1871]

Your a very strong person to go through this.I just want to share,may 3rd I had a pin in my second toe,a forefoot reconstructive sugery

[@erikaestesTIC]

@Grace will I be able to get out of bed to go to bathroom? Or bed pan be needed...

[@jctejeda]

I’m on my second day today and is so bad the pain 😢 no sleeping

[@mollyfortin8379]

I'm recovering from my second surgery right now !!

[@GraceJennings]

Hope it goes well!

[@مقاطعمتنوعة-ت4ن]

I got out of the surgery room several hours ago, and I do feel some pain & pressure against the cut

[@GraceJennings]

Hope your recovery goes well!! It will get better soon

[@مقاطعمتنوعة-ت4ن]

god bless you

[@happyday2884]

also thank you for answering the question i left last time in your comments in the video!!

[@GraceJennings]

Felicia Emily you’re welcome!!:)

[@andreacorreia9043]

How long did the throbbing pain last when you took your foot off the elevated position and walked with your crutches? Eg. getting to the bathroom in the first couple of weeks post-surgery?

[@annetteslife]

Were you given general anesthesia? I am going in for bunion surgery.i am not sure when but I would like to be knocked out when I have the surgery

[@TheRogueRadio]

I'm having my surgery in the morning and I am freaking out. Not looking forward to the recovery process. :(

[@lostmymindinbooks]

How did it go for you? I hope you are recovering well!

[@TheRogueRadio]

@@lostmymindinbooks i am finally doing well now. It was rough but if I had to do it over i would not do it. Lol

[@user-mb9jx5tx9y]

How was it ??? I’m going to get it done and I’m scared of the pain and Scared that I won’t be able to pressure on the foot after two weeks

[@antoniabyron8077]

i had mine done 3 days ao and its so painful , i had metal screw applied in my big toe and second i dont know how to deal with the pain

[@GraceJennings]

Antonia Byron I had a stress ball which helped some. I tried to distract myself as much as possible. Find some tv shows to watch (I recommend How I Met Your Mother, Friends, The Office, NCIS...) or some Christmas movies maybe. The first few days after the surgery were the most difficult, but after that it was much easier. I am still so thankful I had the surgery done. Let me know if you have any questions!! :)

[@garyreading233]

How long after your surgery did you start playing soccer?

[@fatinnurfaqihahsuryawan7592]

Woww.. i just got my surgery done .. & your experience is pretty much the same wif me . Glad to know that what i felt was normal for post op bunion.. when did u can walk properly? I mean how many weeks takes u to walk normally again

[@stbam1965]

Now I'm scared . I get mine on Nov 8.

[@Rapboykkk]

hey guys ..just one month from.my surgery first three days where not at all painfull..but probably after one weak the dam pain on below my toe started happening ..that tickle i hope you know what i talking about..If u had that too try put some nuts oil by heating a little and cover it ...I dont know but it help the pain really really well to 10% pain from 100 i guess..My lower side of toe is still pretty much numb and with no mobility..i hope it will get fine with upcoming months ..Its really mentally challenging but i guess it will worth ...Hope you all got fine ❤️

[@GraceJennings]

Hey! How are you doing now? Thank you for sharing your experience!! It helps to have so many different experiences and perspectives for others to see and read. Thanks again!! I hope you’re feeling better now!

[@Rapboykkk]

@@GraceJennings i am good now ..Have started to walk now.. 😁

[@GraceJennings]

@@Rapboykkk So so glad to hear!!! :)

[@AlexLee-ll2mu]

My surgery is June 7th. 5 days before my birthday.

[@GraceJennings]

Alex Lee how did it go?? And happy late Birthday! Sorry I’m just now responding to this also. But I would love to hear how your surgery went and I’m sure it could help others too!

[@kimdahyun5604]

How did it go?

[@dnibcn93]

I wanna see b4 and afterrrrzzz

[@pacificeric36]

Thanks for sharing!! Im still deciding....

[@alyxiaacosta3266]

pacificeric36 me too

[@مقاطعمتنوعة-ت4ن]

I'm on week 3 post op, I started to get better until I accidentally tripped on my affected foot while using the stairs, it's been like 12 hours now I feel swelling and pressure against the operated area with some degree of pain, have you experienced that?

[@GraceJennings]

Oh gosh I hope it gets better!! I accidentally hit my foot on a desk at school which hurt pretty bad and I had a lot of pain the first few days after the surgery but it got better after that. Then just the annoying feeling of all the blood rushing to it. Hope this helps but let me know if not or if you have another question

[@مقاطعمتنوعة-ت4ن]

I was in the hospital the day before yesterday for a follow up appointment, I have told the podiatrist about the incident, he sent me to X-ray, they took it while being seated. He informed me that the X-ray is good ! That was a huge relief! I was having the thoughts of repeating the operation. After the dressing was opened up, I noticed the k-wire was protruding outwards more than the previous appointment. I think it was moved due to the strike.

[@alexis4252]

How are you now?

[@مقاطعمتنوعة-ت4ن]

I now put a full-weight bearing with the help of one crutch, I started to do range of motion

[@alexis4252]

I am a physiotherapist, we can talk by whatsapp or fb my number is [phone] and fb is alexisk96

[@drockballer15]

Yay looking forward for it tomrrow

[@GraceJennings]

mystrious being how did it go? Sorry this is so late. But I would love to hear how your surgery went

[@emaykitchen7024]

Hi i would like to know if i could be able to move my big toe in a couple months because i have an operation in a month hope you respond

[@emilyhaile169]

Would you recommend crutches or is there anything that works better?

[@ranakrisher8341]

knee scooter worked great for me

[@gabriellehatfield9357]

I'm having mine done the day after Christmas. What's the surgery called that you got so I could do a little research on it?

[@whattheheccman5097]

I just had bunion surgery today and I woke up from anesthesia to excruciating pain and cried about 5 times so far :/

[@EloisesCrafts]

Having this surgery in 2 weeks so scared

[@GraceJennings]

Keep us updated on everything! I hope your surgery goes well and that you have a nice easy recovery!

[@brandyscott4246]

I’m terrified but I think I need to do this it’s weird if I’m working 8 hours it’s starts to hurt like I’m stepping on tacks and it’s hitting my bone and on top of that pain sometimes it travels to my shins and stays there and I have no idea why it’s happening now like in high school it wasn’t that bad unless I did a double shift working but now that I’m in college working 8 hours I mean it’s becoming unbearable like o feel like I’m pregnant because my feet are so swollen and painful like I can see my bunion in my shoe and I’m not in the situation where I can be excused for missing all my classes because I’m working. And I’m at school

[@incareynolds3516]

Hey, I have the choice of having the surgery. Would you recommend it?

[@carrop3342]

Inca Reynolds i also want to know that

[@GraceJennings]

Inca Reynolds so sorry this is such a late response. I don’t know your personal story, but I am glad I had the surgery for myself. I have a few other videos that may give you more information if you are still deciding

[@waqsha]

Had my surgery 5 days ago. Would i do it again, NO WAY. The pain is relentless, constant and at some point unbearable. Been taking my medication as adviced. Being in bed constantly is very challenging.

[@GraceJennings]

How are you feeling now? I hope it’s a bit better now. The initial recovery period is pretty rough, especially the first week after...

[@waqsha]

@@GraceJennings i am feeling much better. Its been 5 weeks since my surgery. I can walk without my cruches. But still can put all my weight on the ball of the big toe. Scars are still ugly. Always wearing a toe spreader. Unless i am in pain from walking, i not gonna get the right foot done. From a scale 1-10 the pain was 15 for me.

[@user-mb9jx5tx9y]

I have to do mine in a month and I’m really scared that I won’t be able to walk on it after two weeks ugh. I’m scared it’ll be painful too

[@lorylove4193]

Update please:😊...

[@waqsha]

Quick update Minor pain here and there. Scar is looking good. Compare to the other toe joint I'd say lost about 60% of flexibilty. Walk normally, can run normally too. Then pain comes along and i need to rest the foot. My advice. If it aint broke, dont fix it. Operation must be a LAST resort, only when walking is unbearable

[@jadynnstluce]

Ok so i know i’m verrryyy late but i’ve been trying to find a video like this ever since my first foot appointment for my bunion. I’m in middle school and i’m still thinking about weather or not if i should get the surgery . My doctor said the angle that my bone is at is kinda large and he recommended i get the austin procedure . I just wanted to know what it would feel like if i got the surgery and what the recovery would be like afterwards . This video was perfect for that. Also , do you remember the procedure you got ? (Sorry if my comment is long btw) .

[@GraceJennings]

Yes, i had the Bunionectomy with wedge osteotomy. . I am uploading a new video tomorrow with a more recent update and showing a comparison between my foot now and prior to surgery. I also have a playlist with a few more videos that may help. Feel free to ask any questions you have and I can try to help out! But I would recommend talking with your doctor since he knows your specific situation :) keep me updated on if you get your surgery!

[@ajside4474]

What kind of medicine they gave you??

[@meganschoenwald6929]

I had bunion and joint and tendon surgery on Friday they put me in a short cast and sense the surgery I have had no pain at all just the laying around is killing me :( how long did you have to elevate your foot ?

[@pedar2011]

I just had it today on my right foot ( it is past midnight; so, technically yesterday afternoon.) I have taken two Norco 5-325's so far and I don't feel any pain; but based on what you said in the video, I am not looking forward to tomorrow and the next two days. I wonder if age has anything to do with the pain level and recovery period. I am a 65 year old male and I hate pain!

[@GraceJennings]

The pain will depend on what kind of surgery you had and will be different for each person but you did just have a pretty intense surgery if you had the same one i did so you will experience some pain. Just remember that it will be over soon and you will not have pain forever! Let me know if you have any questions!!

[@aleiturralde5652]

So I recently started walking again , been about almost 2 weeks since I started walking, is it normal that my foot still gets swollen after walking on it and also the back of my knee seems to get a little swollen too

[@Daysofhorror-vickie]

Any advise from any england surgery. Mine due wed this week and told will be walking normally by 6wks hope thats right

[@alyxiaacosta3266]

Should I get mine done it’s on my pinky on my feet I’m scared

[@marygracecomandantejohnson9216]

Just got done my Bunion surgery 2 days ago ..

[@GraceJennings]

I hope it went well!!:)

[@williambigby8420]

how long was u able to start walkin normal

[@larrykarr1968]

I had bunion surgery pluss hammer toes it was painfull but I was walking on it same day just not full pressure on toes but I can't imagine having leg wrapped to knee they only wrapped mine to ankle I only walked on crutches if I went some where it's been five weeks so far healing nicely

[@petralektorp]

Hello from Sweden. I got my bunion surgery done 17 January 2018 and it's 3 days ago. I stopt take the "morfin" today. I don't have much pain. Just some burning pain. And when I have my foot down it feels like my foot are a ticking bomb. How long did you have that burning feeling?

[@GraceJennings]

petralektorp oh I remember that feeling! It lasted about a week maybe a little over but I remember missing a week of school from that because i couldn’t get up and move around really

[@cheyenneburgess9717]

What type of pants fit over your cast?

[@selinarazkenan1414]

I had mine 1 week ago. They almost cut it open my whole foot. They put different screws on each part: Under all the fingers, left bone and right bone of the foot. The first night was the most painful experience of my life, and l really am a tough person. The first 4 days, l cried and l ripped my hairs of. I used very strong painkillers and it was just not working at all. But because they were so strong, l had many side effects like nausea, headaches etc. Now its better, but still l can't sleep properly. I don't know hen l will be ok again. It was soo painful...

[@2cute4u88]

I get mine done this Thursday

[@GraceJennings]

Let me know how it goes!

[@happyday2884]

awe i hope you have a speedy recovery!! can i ask how would you describe your pain before. was it like in the joint of your toe? both of mine are like that!! it is painful to run and sometimes walk.

[@GraceJennings]

Felicia Emily yes it was the joint and would always hurt when I would walk and run and sometimes even stand for too long. It was just very annoying

[@ashb3511]

Hi Grace! I know it's been a while since you posted this video.. I am highly considering bunion surgery but would you mind if I asked what the cost looked like for your surgery? I'm sure it varies I'm just trying to get an idea of what to expect.. anything would be appreciated 🙏🙏

[@ranakrisher8341]

It depends on your insurance. You can get an estimate from your insurance co. before surgery. Every doctor, insurance is different.

[@ashb3511]

That's very true, thank you 🙏

[@TheSoftballstar1261]

My bunion surgery is on August 7th.

[@ashleymedland1389]

How much is this surgery?

[@musicmadness9321]

So I'm going to have bunion surgery and I just had a question about the scaring, does it leave a nasty scarr or does it look okay after like a year I'm kinda scared about the range of movement too how was your range of motion after the surgery when were you able to run and walk normally

[@GraceJennings]

I have a few more videos uploaded that show my scars after about a year. And I was able to play soccer about 4ish months after the surgery. I made a playlist of all my Bunion Surgery videos that may help answer some more questions

[@musicmadness9321]

@@GraceJennings thank you so much I just wanted to know know how the range of motion was post op and how that changed I'm a very busy personalized and I walk a lot I was also kinda worried about the scarring but since I wear socks almost 24/7 that isn't really that big of an issue I have one more question tho about shoes how soon we're you able to wear a normal sneaker and heels?

[@preciouspayne723]

im getting mines today

[@GraceJennings]

How did it go?

[@preciouspayne723]

@@GraceJennings great 👍

[@kate1557]

What about bunionette (it is a real thing, it is just a bunion but on the other side)

[@bbygrlpt2]

I had it done like 5 yrs ago bc it would hurt to walk.. but the recovery was a nightmare!! A yr to get fully better but some was bc the doc had wrapped my foot too hard it was like movin around my bones.. so when the cast was off it was painful to walk. Btw do u know if they put a breathin tube down your throat durin surgery?

[@chloegraves3516]

My grandma got hers done like 40-45 years ago and probably didn’t go to the best doctor. She’s had 4 kids and she said it was worse than child birth.

[@anna-3500]

I know I’m kinda late on this video, but I just had my second bunion surgery and I’m wondering if you know the name of your pants. Because the nurse said I needed some streaky pants but I’m not a fan of leggings. So I’m wondering what type of joggers you had. It’s ok if you don’t respond or don’t know Bec I know I’m pretty late on this video.

[@laurenchristine9209]

How long until you start driving again?

[@lillianstangoda1488]

I will do the surgery I want to know how you doing now I know you did it 2017 I am very worry and scare

[@GraceJennings]

Here is my most recent update video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJC6nWeEgZl7jsU I hope this helps!! :)