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Dementia and Your Loved One
Tips For Recovering After Foot Surgery
Vickie Armstrong
If you have decided to get foot surgery in order to correct the structure of your foot, you likely want to recover from the surgery as quickly as possible. The reason for this is that you are likely finding it very difficult to get around without the use of one or more of your feet. Being on crutches or in a wheelchair is no fun. Here are some tips for ensuring that your recovery from foot surgery is as easy and quick as possible.
1. Don't Overdo It
The absolute last thing that you want is for you to try to walk on your foot that's been operated on and then accidentally reinjure yourself to the point where your recovery period is extended by several weeks or to the point where you need surgery again. This would be very frustrating for you and expensive. In order to make sure that you don't do this, follow the doctor's orders as to when you should start using your foot again and make sure that you don't overdo it.
2. Wear Compression Stockings
Deep vein thrombosis is caused by blood clots that develop in the deep veins. They can be both painful and unattractive. They might even possibly need surgery to correct them. You can avoid this potential issue by religiously wearing compression stockings that will keep your foot and ankle compressed. You could also help avoid deep vein thrombosis by using toe or ankle wraps depending on the location of your surgery.
3. Elevate Whenever Possible
It is not uncommon for your foot to be swollen for weeks after the surgery. This can increase the amount of pain that you are in and make the recovery process seem longer than it has to be. In order to properly elevate your foot, get a chair that is higher than your hips when you are sitting down on another chair or couch. Place your foot on the chair. This will direct the flow of blood away from your foot and allow the swelling to go down. This will also result in the amount of discomfort that you feel going down.
4. Pay Attention to Physical Therapy
Finally, once you are recovered to the point of being able to do physical therapy, make sure that you perform the exercises at home in order to increase the chances that you get your full range of motion back.
For more information, talk to a company that specializes in foot and ankle surgery.
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