Bunion Correction

Stop ongoing deformity of the foot from bunions. Reduce or remove discomfort and pain in the foot. Halt degeneration will continue to cause arthritis or osteoarthritis. Stop joint swelling in the area.

What to expect after bunion surgery?

You are able to go home on the day of surgery as it is day surgery. You will be expected to keep your foot elevated for the first two weeks, although you will be able to walk in a protected capacity with a surgical shoe and crutches to assist you. After two weeks you can generally start returning to trainer-style footwear for the next 2-6 weeks as you start to return to normal activity levels. By two months you should be walking normally, and by three months there should be no limitations on your activity levels.

You will require a consultation with a registered medical professional who will:

• Discuss your concerns and goals
• Take a full medical history
• Assess your foot function and structure
• Explain the procedure, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes
• Provide information on costs, recovery time, and follow-up care
  

You will have the opportunity to ask questions, and a cooling-off period will apply before booking surgery, in line with AHPRA guidelines.

As with any surgical procedure, foot surgery carries risks, including bruising and swelling, infection, blood clots, scarring, changes in foot function, further foot deformity, over-correction, under-correction, unsatisfactory aesthetic outcomes which may require revision surgery.

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