Help - foot problems!

[ajakol]

I little background...
Foot surgery in October on left foot, foot surgery in November on right foot. The truth is I don't feel any better - my feet still burn and throb all day.
I was on induction until November 1st (193lbs.) and then I think depression took over or pain won out but now (210lbs) I have started to exercise - OUCH!!!! Can anyone help me with some excercise plan? I have been doing swimming ~ doesn't hurt my feet (but the center I go to has swim team practice 4 times a week and it is hard to get pool time).

[Kiasmama]

Re: Help - foot problems!

Does sitting with your feet on the ground hurt?? I've had three ankle surgeries in the last two years...so I feel your pain. I work out my upper body. I also bought one of those exercise balls...I find I can do a lot of exercises on that...without hurting my ankle too much. And...you may want to check into a senior exercise video. NO I'm not saying you are old....lol.....but sometimes they are packed with execises you can do while sitting. Also...I think someone mentioned an exercise tape for those that are wheelchair bound. Good luck.

[lawyerchick]

Re: Help - foot problems!

Collage Video (www.collagevideo.com) has a bunch of different seated workout videos. Just do a search for seated workout or health issues.

A Pilates mat workout would probably work as well, if you want something that's more advanced.

Anna

[biogeek]

Re: Help - foot problems!

Have you spoke to your physician about the continued burning & throbbing you've been experiencing? Has your doctor told you what to expect after surgery as far as when you can expect to recover? There's all kinds of medications that can help you live with the burning sensation until you're fully healed.

I hope you get some relief soon! Keep us posted!

[ajakol]

Re: Help - foot problems!

Thanks for all of the advice.
I do go back the Dr. the first week on February si will be asking questions. I also would like to let him know I have dropped some lbs.

[sombersusie]

Re: Help - foot problems!

what kind of surgery was it? plantar fasciitis? i can really really sympathsize with you i had it in my left foot and i could barely walk, i was hopping around at work it was horrible. funny the only thing that helped me was these cement like arch supports.