Info on toe fusion surgery - Foot Problems Message Board

_mystictiger_ · 06-01-2007, 02:44 PM

Hi everyone,

I'm currently waiting for a appointment for surgery on my left foot for bone/toe fusion of the little toe. I was born with my little toe over-lapping the next toe and this has caused the fusion.

I wasn't told much by my orthapeadic surgeon except for I wont be able to walk for a minimum of 6 weeks and my foot will be kept straight so I wont be able to move it. Not very helpful really.

So I was hoping people who have had toe fusion surgery could tell me how long before you could walk again? Was your foot in plaster of bandages? Did the foot hurt a lot post surgery?

Thanks.

debbie g · 06-02-2007, 02:10 PM

never had the little toe done. ihad the big toe done. please follow what your doctor says. the pain is not bad and you will be fine. debbie g

_mystictiger_ · 06-02-2007, 07:49 PM

My doctor didn't tell me much, lol. Can anyone else answer my questions? I'm a bit nervous as I was told there's risk involved with my surgery due to a medical condition I have. It basically means I'll need blood transfusion after surgery because of this. Hopefully someone can answer my questions anyway. Oh Im 21.

_mystictiger_ · 06-02-2007, 07:54 PM

Sorry forgot to say thank you for your reply debbie

debbie g · 06-03-2007, 12:16 PM

in terms of walking, it all depends on how the toe is healing. he may have you start walking after 6 weeks. you should ask the dr all the questions you can think of.