Big toe numb 6 mos bunion post op? - Foot Problems Message Board

HappyMama · 07-03-2004, 06:38 PM

Hey there,

I was wondering if anyone else has/is experienced this:

I had a double bunionectomy 6 months ago and my big right toe still has a half-way numb sensation. Not totally numb, but it is somewhat numb and tingly. Has anyone else had this? Did it eventually go away?

Thanks!

squirrelmom · 07-04-2004, 04:56 AM

My doctor tells me that it is normal for the big toe to remain numb for up to 8 months after a bunionectomy, but that sensation almost always returns after this point or before.

My toe is numb all around, but I'm only 2 weeks postop on a single foot. How long did it take your left toe to regain sensation? I'm wondering what the range of times are...I would like not to have to wait a full 8 months.

jdm · 07-04-2004, 01:03 PM

Hi! I got most of my feeling back after about 5 months. However, there are still a couple of spots, especially along the scar, that are numb.

JDM