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A member asked:
Today my surgeon released the tendons on two hammertoes. when will i be able to drive again?
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See below: This is best answered by your surgeon since there are different types of tendon releases.
Answered 11/13/2014
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Driving back: If the procedure was done with minimal incision you can drive the next day. The important this is to wrap that toe with compression dressing and don't let it go swollen.
Answered 10/6/2015
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Ask your doctor: It is important to communicate with your surgeon, not friend, family or the nurse down the road.
Answered 6/13/2017
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