When a patient has surgery it is important to follow the instructions your are provided and ask any questions you may have.
One factor is the weight-bearing status. Can I place full weight, partial weight, or no weight on the foot?
Foot dressings. Should you change to dressing or maintain it?
Can you get your foot wet?
Should I use ice?
Should elevate my foot? How high?
What should I take if I have discomfort? How much and how often?
Whom and when should I call?
When is my follow-up appointment?
Can I drive?
Do I need crutches, walker, wheelchair?
What will I have on my foot? Cast, cam walker boot, surgical shoe?
These are a few of the questions to understand fully.
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