don't they actually remove the bone for bunion surgery? - Foot Problems Message Board

cinderella777 · 09-22-2003, 03:24 PM

my doc said today that they just shave a little off the big bunion but moving the bone at the bottom will straighten the toe out?? does this sound right?

Maya49 · 09-22-2003, 04:57 PM

Hi Cind,
The bunion surgery that I had done consisted of the bunion being shaved, the bone between the bunion and big toe was fractured to align the big toe. Underneath my skin is a "clip" to keep toe in place.
Does that help answer your question? You surgery is scheduled soon, isn't it? Is it next week?

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~~Maya~~

cinderella777 · 09-22-2003, 10:23 PM

Yes it is next week. Kinda nervous. I hope it all goes well.

Maya49 · 09-23-2003, 10:05 AM

Hi Cind,
Anxiety before your surgery is normal and to be expected. I was actually more nervous in those days, weeks leading up to the surgery and then on the day of the surgery. On the day of the surgery I just was thinking "ok, let's get on with this and get it over"
I know its a cliche but, you will do good. Please keep us posted on your recovery, ok?
I'll be thinking about you.

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~~Maya~~