Bunion surgery is a key procedure that is performed as an outpatient procedure. Sedation and general anesthesia are used. As a result, you will be unable to drive on the day of operation. Even if a patient requests only local anesthetic and no sedation, I will not let them leave the Houston outpatient surgery center.
Driving after bunion surgery is dependent on a variety of circumstances. Driving is not a problem if your left foot is operated on and you drive an automatic vehicle. There is a safety risk if you had bunion surgery on your right foot or if your car has a clutch.
A bunion on your foot is dressed and you will be wearing a hard-surgical shoe after the operation. It will restrict your driving in several ways. First and foremost, you must be concerned about your operation and the money you are investing in your rehabilitation. Consider this: if you are compelled to slam on your brakes, your bunion surgery area may be harmed. It can prolong your recuperation and potentially necessitate further emergency surgery. The second concern is driving safety. When your foot is covered with gauze and you wear an inflexible shoe, you lose the movement and sensitivity needed to drive safely.
DeNiel Foot & Ankle Center in Houston, TX, is dedicated to alleviating your bunion pain, whether through surgery or non-surgical means. We must also ensure that you remain safe so that you may fully enjoy life without the agony caused by your bunion. Dr. Shobowale, a Houston podiatrist for an immediate appointment.
