I nervously crutched into the doctor’s office, afraid they would be mad at me for not being able to walk yet. I was told we needed to get weight-bearing X-rays. Kind of hard to do when you can’t stand or walk, but I gave it my best shot. After taking my boot off and unwrapping my foot, I crutched up the not very sturdy wooden … Continue reading Bunion Surgery: Parts 4 & 5
DISCLAIMER: Some readers may find the following pictures disturbing. Please be advised there are images of my foot post-surgery and during the healing process. The first two weeks post-op and non-weight-bearing were pretty rough. I was in a lot more pain than I ever imagined I’d be. I was over getting my hair washed outside or in the sink or on the edge of the … Continue reading Bunion Surgery: Part 3
I had to be at the surgery center at 6:15 a.m. Friday, May 15. I was to be dropped off at the north entrance and no one was allowed to come in with me. It was a strange feeling and I can’t imagine what it’s like for people going in for more serious procedures. I walked in with my mask on, had my temperature checked … Continue reading Bunion Surgery: Part 2
Bunion: an inflamed swelling of the first joint of the big toe accompanied by enlargement and protrusion of the joint. Also known as hallux valgus, it is a deformity of the joint connecting the big toe to the foot. The big toe often bends toward the other toes and the joint becomes red and painful. I recently learned some people don’t know what a bunion … Continue reading Bunion Surgery: Part 1
Mornings with Mackenzie 