When Should I Start Putting My Child in Shoes?
Shoes aren’t necessary early in a child’s life, and can even hamper the way their feet develop. Let’s talk about when introducing footwear makes sense, and which kinds of shoes are best for young feet.
What to Expect After Bunion Surgery
Every individual with a bunion doesn’t necessarily need surgery. There are plenty of conservative treatment options that can support better alignment in the toe, from orthotics to toe separators.
If you do need surgical bunion correction, though, you’re probably wondering what to expect. You’re in the right place to find out.
As bunion specialists, Christopher Vittori, DPM, and Ameet Thakrar, DPM, can help you determine if you truly need surgery — and, if so, what that process will look like. Visit us here at Vittori Foot & Ankle Specialist in Homer Glen or New Lenox, Illinois. Our team will analyze your toe and help you develop a plan to walk with less pain.
Choosing the right surgery for you
Your recovery from bunion surgery varies depending on the type of procedure you get. Sometimes, your surgeon shaves off the bony bump that causes your bunion. Other times, they realign your toe joints.
Dr. Vittori is an experienced bunion surgeon, and he’s fully certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He has expertise in performing a variety of bunion procedures here at our high-quality surgical facility.
Dr. Vittori starts by evaluating your foot. He looks at your specific biomechanics, including the alignment of your legs and feet and how the bones move around your bunion through your midfoot. This helps him determine the right kind of surgery for your specific bunion.
Based on the procedure Dr. Vittori recommends, our team talks with you about what it will entail and what to expect afterward.
Your short- and long-term outlook after bunion surgery
Your recovery depends on what type of bunion surgery you need. Dr. Vittori recommends minimally invasive surgery when possible, which helps to shorten your healing time and reduce your risk of complications.
Whether it’s minimally invasive or traditional, bunion surgery is usually outpatient, meaning you can go home later that day.
You’ll most likely have some swelling and discomfort afterward. Our team works with you on a pain management plan. Periodically applying an ice pack also helps.
It generally takes at least six weeks for the treated bone(s) to heal. We may put you in a boot to protect your foot during that time. Most people get back to their normal activities within three months, although you might have some swelling into the six-month mark and beyond.
To help your toe stay aligned after surgery, our team fits you with orthotics. Wearing these inserts in your shoes helps to prevent the bunion from coming back.
We might also recommend physical therapy to help your foot function its best.
Because the recovery process varies depending on the type of bunion surgery you need, the best way to figure out what to expect is to talk with our team. Call us at Vittori Foot & Ankle Specialist, or schedule an appointment online today.
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