Exercises After Foot Surgery

Foot surgery is often done to repair broken bones, tendons or bunions. After recovery, the patient can perform exercises to help with soreness, stiffness and range of motion. A doctor or physical therapist will recommend proper exercises that should only be done when the doctor says it's OK. Always follow the doctor's orders, and never overdo the exercises, as this puts you at risk of injuring the foot again.

1. ストレッチ

   • After foot surgery it is important to stretch the foot daily. After foot surgery, scar tissue forms and the soft tissue in the foot contracts. The foot can feel tight and uncomfortable. While sitting, extend the legs so that the heels are on the floor. Point the toes out and then back up, placing your heels back on the floor. Start off easy and stop when you begin to feel sore or pain occurs. Doing stretches helps strengthen the foot and helps with preventing scar formation.

   歩く

   • 足が手術から癒された後、短い距離を歩くことは良いです。 Walking will stretch and strengthen the foot muscles and is a great way to get back in shape.あなたが歩くべき距離について、そしてどれくらいの間、あなたの医者と話してください。推奨される量のウォーキングを処方しないでください。 this can cause soreness and possible setbacks to recovery.

   フットサークル

   • Doing foot circles will get rid of soreness and stiffness in the foot after surgery. You perform foot circles by straightening the leg and circling the foot clockwise.足を元に戻すことができるので、足をあまり働かないでください。 Two sets of five repetitions is a good start when beginning foot circles.