After Surgery

Good aftercare protects the result of your surgery and helps you heal smoothly. Follow the specific instructions given to you, and use this as a general guide.

Caring for the wound

• Keep the dressing clean and dry, and change it exactly as advised.
• Do not get the wound wet unless you've been told it's safe.
• Watch for increasing redness, swelling, discharge or pain and report it early.

Activity and offloading

• Use any prescribed offloading footwear, cast or aids as directed.
• Keep weight off the operated foot as instructed.
• Rest and elevate the foot to reduce swelling.

Follow-up

Attend every follow-up appointment so we can check healing and adjust your care. Take your medicines and keep your blood sugar controlled — it directly affects how well you heal.