Bunion Surgery Rehabilitation
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Bunion Surgery can relieve long-standing foot pain, but the surgery alone isn’t the whole fix. Proper, structured rehabilitation is what ensures you walk away with better function, balance, and long-term relief. At Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic, we offer focused, evidence-based rehabilitation plans after bunion surgery to support a smooth recovery and reduce your risk of recurrence.


Why Rehab Matters After Bunion Surgery


A bunion (hallux valgus) is a bony bump that forms at the base of your big toe, often pushing it towards the second toe. Surgical correction (such as osteotomy, realignment, or joint fusion) straightens the joint, but it also requires healing time, retraining your walking mechanics, and regaining joint flexibility and foot strength.


Without rehab, many patients risk:


  • Joint stiffness
  • Poor gait patterns
  • Lingering pain or swelling
  • Weakness in the surrounding foot and leg muscles
  • Difficulty returning to regular footwear or activity


What To Expect From Our Rehabilitation Programme


Our team follows a phased recovery model, working closely with your surgeon’s protocol and tailoring your plan to how you're healing.


Phase 1: Protection & Pain Relief (0–2 Weeks)


  • Swelling and pain control
  • Wound care support
  • Education on using walking aids (crutches, boots) safely


Phase 2: Mobility & Gentle Strengthening (2–6 Weeks)


  • Gentle range of motion for the toes and feet
  • Swelling management through elevation, ice, and lymphatic techniques
  • Light strengthening for the surrounding muscles
  • Safe walking progression in supportive footwear


Phase 3: Gait Training & Load-Bearing (6–10 Weeks)


  • Walking re-education to correct limping or toe-off imbalances
  • Strengthening of calf, foot intrinsics, and ankle stabilisers
  • Balance and proprioception work to improve coordination


Phase 4: Return to Activity (10+ Weeks)


  • Gradual return to standing jobs, sports, or high-demand activities
  • Footwear transition support and orthotic advice
  • Final strength and flexibility checks to avoid recurrence


How We Help


Chiropractic Care: Chiropractic support can help realign your lower limb and spine, reducing abnormal stresses on your recovering foot. It also helps manage compensatory aches that can develop in your knees, hips, or back while your walking pattern changes.


Physiotherapy: Our physiotherapist guides you through a structured, progressive rehab programme focused on:


  • Improving joint range of motion
  • Strengthening the foot and ankle complex
  • Rebuilding a balanced gait pattern
  • Restoring everyday comfort and confidence in movement


Why Choose Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic?


  • Personalised post-surgical rehab plans
  • Combined chiropractic and physiotherapy support
  • One-on-one care with expert clinicians
  • Trusted by the Isleworth community for effective, results-driven recovery


Start Walking Better—Sooner


Book your rehabilitation assessment today at Isleworth Pain and Injury Clinic and take the first real step towards pain-free walking, running, and living.

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