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When Can I Shower After Foot Surgery?
Quick answer: Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM and his team walk every patient through the prep and recovery process. Here’s what to expect.
Two Weeks Before
Stop blood thinners (per surgeon’s orders), arrange transportation, prep your home, and stock supplies.
Day Of
NPO after midnight, comfortable loose clothing, no jewelry, bring an assistant, plan for ride home.
First Week After
Rest, ice, elevate above heart level. Take pain meds as prescribed.
Schedule Surgical Consult
Call (810) 206-1402.
AAOS: Recovering From Foot & Ankle Surgery
In-Office Treatment at Balance Foot & Ankle
If home treatment isn’t providing relief for your when can i shower after foot surgery, our podiatry team at Balance Foot & Ankle can help with expert evaluations and advanced in-office care.
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Dr. Tom Biernacki, DPM is a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (ABFAS & ABPM) at Balance Foot & Ankle Specialists in Southeast Michigan. With over a decade of clinical experience, he specializes in heel pain, bunions, diabetic foot care, sports injuries, and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Biernacki is a member of the APMA and ACFAS, and his patient education content on MichiganFootDoctors.com and YouTube has made him one of the most-followed foot & ankle educators on YouTube.