srosenblum
10-05-2006, 10:52 PM
I am one week post-op for hammertoe surgery. Does anyone know about applying heat to the foot to help the blood flow? My foot often feels very feels cold.
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Mari526
10-06-2006, 12:51 AM
Your doctor may not want you applying direct heat to your foot after surgery, remember that the nerves have been cut so sensation is decreased and could lead to a burn. I think you could safely wear thick socks that are not tight and without elastic at the top.
jess99
10-06-2006, 01:54 PM
I don't think heat is usually recommended that soon after surgery. Heat increases blood flow and swelling... so a week out may be too soon to apply heat as you would be increasing your post-op swelling. I would ask your Dr. about the foot feeling cold, I'm a week out from a bunionectomy and my foot hasn't felt cold at all, in fact, the ice feels good.
jcjwillis
10-07-2006, 12:15 PM
I just had hammer toe surgery a few days ago I was told only to use ice.
Hope this helps and that you are feeling better soon!
Hope this helps and that you are feeling better soon!