How long does it take to recover from midfoot fusion surgery?
You will begin to move the ankle joint and toes. You will not be able to put weight onto the foot for a total of 8-10 weeks after surgery. You will remain in the boot for about 12-14 weeks after surgery and will continue to increase your activity at that point.
How long does pain last after foot fusion surgery?
After your surgery, your foot may be red and swollen. Pain and swelling should slowly improve over the next 6 weeks. You may not be able to put weight on the foot during those 6 weeks. You may have some minor pain and swelling that lasts as long as 6 months to a year.
When can I walk after midfoot fusion?
You will be reviewed again at 3 months following surgery, with x-rays. If all is well, no more plaster casts are needed and you can walk freely. Usually no physiotherapy is required. If the fusion has not completely healed, then a further 6 weeks in a weight bearing cast will be necessary.
How long does bone fusion take to heal?
The bone continues to mature and solidify over 12 to 18 months after the surgery. Many people with a single-level fusion are able to return to all activities—even vigorous ones such as weightlifting or construction work—about 6 months after surgery.
What happens after a foot fusion?
0-2 weeks – you will have a plaster cast and will be given crutches to keep the weight off your foot. 2-6 weeks – you will be given a lightweight cast and continue to use crutches to keep the weight off your foot. 6-12 weeks – you can start to bear your weight wearing a boot or cast with crutches if advised.
How successful is foot fusion?
This is a very successful procedure, with excellent outcomes in over 90% of patients. You can expect: Excellent pain relief which improves as the joints fuse (join) at around three months.
When can I walk after foot surgery?
There are a few operations where a patient can be expected to resume wearing standard footwear in as little as 2-3 weeks but the majority of foot and ankle operations take at least 8 weeks before standard footwear can be attempted.
How long does it take to walk after foot surgery?
How long are you in the hospital for a foot fusion?
Generally 1 night hospital stay is required. The operation is done under a general anaesthesia and an added injection in the leg to numb the foot for after surgery. The operation in general will involve 1-2 incisions on the foot, depending on the exact joints to fuse together.
