So I have dozens of toe separators that I'm experimenting with. Because my theory is that if bunions are made worse over time, it seems that we should be able to at least delay it's progression. This is mostly because I also believe that surgical corrections will become better over time too. Thoughts everyone?
I just met with my surgeon and here’s the timeline he gave me for a Lapidus Bunionectomy
3 weeks non weight bearing
At 3 weeks post op switch to walking boot
At 6 weeks switch to shoes
Can workout upper body whenever I feel comfortable
3 weeks out of work
6 weeks until I can travel
14-16 weeks until I can return to full body workout with no limitations
From those with experience, how realistic is this? My biggest question is how long should I be out of work for? I’m an RBT (working 1 on 1 with children on the spectrum/with behavioral challenges) I fear that 3 weeks is not long enough. My job is very physically demanding and it’s definitely possible that I could have a student stomp on my foot. I get short term disability and could take up to 3 months. I’d obviously like to get back as soon as possible though.