Your individual recovery is affected by many factors, including the type of surgery that was performed, your general health, and the extent of the disability that was corrected. In general, however, your recovery will depend on how well prepared you were. If you know you will have to be off your feet for a period of time, you can spend the time before surgery arranging time off work, making childcare arrangements, and asking for housekeeping help. The more you can rest your foot, the faster you will recover.
Make sure you follow all recommendations from your surgeon, whether it is applying ice every few hours, elevating your foot, or taking pain medication. You will probably have a follow-up appointment within a week or two after surgery to check on your progress and remove stitches or staples that were used. One of the best things you can do to recover from your foot surgery is to keep in contact with your surgeon or primary care provider about any problems you are having. The sooner a problem is acknowledged and dealt with, the less serious it is likely to get.
Your feet are the foundation of your entire body, and when they are hurting or not functioning, it affects both your physical and mental well-being. If you are having a lot of foot pain, talk to your doctor about possible interventions.
