- SAME DAY FOOT SURGERY
- BEFORE SURGERY
- DURING SURGERY
- AFTER SURGERY
- SAME DAY SURGERY CHECKLIST
- FOLLOW UP CARE
In the Recovery Area
After surgery, you'll be taken to the recovery area where a nurse will monitor your progress. Once you're awake, you'll be asked to sit up and drink liquids.
Going Home
You'll be able to go home - accompanied by a responsible adult - the same day as your surgery. If you had general anesthesia, you may feel temporarily drowsy or nauseous.
Discharge Instructions:
To relieve pain and reduce swelling, apply an ice pack, and elevate your foot. Medication will help alleviate discomfort. Keep your post-op "shoe" on when walking to protect your foot. You'll need to keep your dressing dry to avoid infection.
- Bright red blood appears on the bandage.
- Pain worsens or is unrelieved with medication.
- Your dressing becomes tight or your foot is cold and numb.
- You develop a fever of 101 degrees F/38.3 degrees C or more
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