Foot/Ankle recovery guides

PT-informed equipment and planning guides for foot/ankle procedures.

Achilles Tendon Repair Recovery Guide
Achilles tendon repair needs protected plantarflexion (toe down position). This usually includes a boot with heel wedges that are lowered over weeks. This is not a standard “ankle fracture boot” timeline.
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Ankle Fracture ORIF Recovery Guide
Ankle ORIF fixes broken malleoli with plates and screws. Many patients are non-weight-bearing in a splint, cast, or boot for weeks—mobility equipment is the core of home setup.
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Ankle Fusion (Arthrodesis) Recovery Guide
Ankle fusion eliminates painful motion by joining bones. Expect a long non-weight-bearing period in a cast or boot while the fusion consolidates. Increased stiffness can be persistent.
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Bunionectomy Recovery Guide
Bunionectomy with osteotomy realigns the big toe with bone cuts and hardware. Expect a protective shoe or boot, swelling that lasts, and a slow return to normal footwear.
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