Bunions-surgery or not??? - Foot Problems Message Board

peaswink · 04-17-2004, 07:48 PM

Hi all!

This is my first time visiting this forum, but I thought I would give it a shot. I have had bunions for years, but havent ever thought to do much about them. I have just learned to live with them....

They are a pain. Finding cute shoes is almost impossible, never mind finding comfortable ones. Is this a surgery that insurance generally covers, or is it considered cosmetic? I am not sure if I could do this surgery at this time of my life right now, by the way recovery sounds. I have three children, 5, 2 and 7 months....

But, I am still interested in some advice!!!

Thanks!

HappyMama · 04-18-2004, 06:22 AM

Hi there,

Insurance does cover bunion surgery, as it is not considered cosmetic.

You'll need tons of support, particularly the first month. I did a double bunionectomy with a one year old, but my husband was here the whole time. I could not have done it without him here, because I had no way of chasing my one year old if necessary (unless I crawled really really fast, lol).

I am seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, but it is a long recovery and I would expect not to be back totally to normal for several months, although you will be feeling much, much better after 6 weeks.

I think preparing yourself mentally for it and really having realistic expectations regarding the recovery is a major component to all this. Some doctors gloss over the recovery period like it's no big deal, so just make sure you are really prepared.

Good luck with your decision!

susieblueyes · 04-18-2004, 08:00 AM

Welcome,
I also had bunion surgery, back in November of last year.Please make sure you are ready and you do need help. I'm a divorced parent of 3 children who are 9,14 and 16.(Not much help)My boyfriend stayed at my house for the first week to help me out.I was up walking around no crutches only blue shoe after the first couple of days

.I should of whinned more because everyone thinks you are doing better after the first couple of days or so. No pitty(LOL)
Now I'm due to have my second foot done and let me tell you, I am planning better for this one. Just make sure you follow the Doctor's orders and have plenty of help.
Good luck on whatever you decide to do.

Sue

Fuchsia_Lay · 04-18-2004, 08:06 AM

Yes

DITTO on everything mentioned above

Good luck !!!!!!

peaswink · 04-18-2004, 01:53 PM

I asked my doctor a while ago about getting surgery on my bunions, he seemed to think they were fine...Easy for him to say, they arent his feet!!! :-) LOL Does anyone know what makes you eligible for surgery? Just lots of whining about them?