Foot / Ankle Care Post-OP
Open Reduction Internal Fixation: Foot or Ankle
- Keep dressing on until post-op visit
- Ice and elevate frequently for pain and swelling
- Take your pain medication as prescribed
- Resume your regular home medications unless instructed otherwise
- Resume your regular diet
- Use a walker or crutches for ambulation
- Do not bear weight on operated leg
- Call for an appointment to be 10-14 days from the day of surgery;
X-rays will need to be done just prior to this appointment and hand carried with you. The office will help facilitate this when your appointment is made
- Any problems call the office or go to the nearest emergency room