Hi,
I visited my podiatrist for the last x-ray today -- and I'm done! (Well, except for getting my second foot totally back in shape.)

I had bunion/foot reconstruction surgery in Feb 2005 and Oct 2005 and was non-weight bearing for 5 months last year on one foot or the other. Whew!

It took a long time to recover and a lot of determination, but I am glad I had the surgeries. (If you search on the word 'Cyclist' you can see my previous postings documenting my experiences.)

To get my second foot back in shape, I'm walking each morning and riding my bike (which is mounted on a trainer). Every day the foot/ankle gets a little better.

My right foot is about 95% recovered from the surgery, and I have most of my range of motion back in it. I expect my left foot will take about a year to fully recover, too.

Every once in a while, I have a twinge or two to remind me that I've had surgeries, but for the most part, my surgeries have been problem free.

I'm saddened to read on this forum that so many of you have had less-than-satisfactory results from your surgeries. Don't give up . . . keep looking for the solution/doctor that is right for you.

But . . . it does take TIME to heal and recover. For me, it's been worth it!

Thank you for all the advice you've shared with me. This forum has been a tremendous source of help and support.

Hello: good for you. I am glad that you are feeling much better. Yes, it does take time and a lot of hard work. I had another surgery on Thursday and I am still using the total gym. It makes me feel better (leg wise anyway)

i saw in a different topic that you had the iwalkfree and you said you loved it. Would you be willing to sell it?

Cyclist,
Thank you for the words of hope and encouragement. There are so many of us who come here for advice because things have gone wrong.
It is refreshing to hear from someone who has a positive message to share with us. I have renewed faith that things will get better.
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cyclist are u willing to sell your iwalkfree?