wearing properly fitted shoes is important for your podiatry health

Surgical Shoes (also called Post-Op shoes)

Post-Op shoes, work in a similar way to a moon boot. The shoe restricts movement to aid recover. Often used after foot surgery, these are also prescribed for such condition as toe fractures, foot ulcers or wound management following surgery. 

We are often asked how long the patient will need to use a surgical shoe after a toe fracture. It does depend on the individual, but generally most bone fractures will heal in six weeks. If you have a hairline fracture or a stress fracture, we expect the bone to heal more quickly. If you have a displaced fracture, healing time might be longer. The most important thing is to follow your doctor or podiatrist’s instructions.

The patient will be able to continue to walk on the foot during recovery. The velcro straps accommodate dressings and bandaging. The solid structure of the base of the shoe changes how your foot functions and supports your weight. 

Your doctor or podiatrist will recommend, how long you should continue to wear a surgical shoe as this will depend on your individual foot condition.

When prescribed by a podiatrist, a surgical shoe may be claimable on your Private Health Insurance (extras cover) depending on the policy wording and the level of cover.

Local Melbourne suburbs we service

With a priority on keeping people healthy, Melbourne Foot Clinic provides a wide range of professional services for people across Melbourne’s East. Our patients travel from all over Victoria to see us at our foot clinic in Mont Albert, with most coming from the following locations:

Mont Albert Podiatrist
We provide quality podiatry care at our Mont Albert podiatry clinic for patients both near and far.
Mont Albert Podiatrist Near Box Hill

We use cutting edge technology and offer excellent services to many residents of Box Hill.

Mont Albert Podiatrist Near Surrey Hills

Our podiatrists are experts in providing biomechanics, orthotics, and foot pain for patients from Surrey Hills.

Mont Albert Podiatrist Near Camberwell

Our podiatrists are specialists in treating clients’ problems across Camberwell and Melbourne’s East.

Mont Albert Podiatrist Near Balwyn

Reputable podiatrists servicing the residents of Balwyn with outstanding results for years.

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