Return to Work After Foot Surgery
Quick Answer: Return to work timing: desk work 1-2 weeks (or remote day 1), light walking work 4-6 weeks, full standing/walking work 8-12 weeks, heavy labor 12-16 weeks. We provide work notes for FMLA/disability.
Job Type Matters
Sedentary office: fast return. Standing service jobs: longer. Construction/manual labor: longest. We tailor to your work.
FAQ
Will I get short-term disability?
Most jobs have STD that covers foot surgery recovery. We complete paperwork.
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Recovery timelines vary by procedure and by patient. If your recovery is not tracking the way it should, get it looked at rather than waiting it out.
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