Upcoming Midfoot fusion
Hello. I am a 77 year old woman with severe osteoarthritis in my feet. I also had it in my knees and had those both replaced 15 years ago. Spinal arthritis led me to have a lumbar fusion 20years ago. I have been walking very flat-footed and wobbly for ten years because of the foot pain. I now also have a peroneal tendon tear on my right foot. I’ve been seeing a podiatry surgeon who has recommended tendon repair and triple fusion on my right foot. I have scheduled the surgery for July 24 and am very anxious about it. I have read some positive testimonials about outcomes of the fusion surgery, but also some negatives regarding results. I have prepared my home, gathered various mobility devices, and arranged for post-surgery help. But I’m still not convinced that I should go through with it because I’m concerned about long-term results. If anyone in this site has had experience with either the torn peroneal tendon repair and/or the midfoot fusion surgery, I would so appreciate any sharing of your experience. Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you.
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Hello. I hope you’re having an all do well with what you’re going through. My question is did you have to take painkillers at home and what was safe to take? I’m unable to receive help from my pulmonologist and of course surgeons don’t know. Thanks fipor any help.