What to expect after surgery – the first week.
You have just had a minor surgical procedure performed on your toenail and you can therefore expect to experience a little discomfort post-operatively.
To ease discomfort and protect the wound, wear open shoes post-surgery to reduce pressure on the area for ay least 24-48 hrs.
Our general advice is to reduce physical activity during the first week after a PNA procedure.
You may be able to take your usual paracetamol pain relief medication as directed on the packet if required. Talk to your pharmacist to see if this is appropriate for your circumstances. Do NOT take aspirin or anything containing aspirin as this may increase bleeding.
Infection control.
You should not disturb or allow the dressings that have been applied by your podiatrist to get wet.
Changing Dressings at home.
You should carry out future dressings at home in the following way:
Post-operative instructions after first week?
What can I do to prevent infection?
Follow-up appointments.
Included within the fee schedule are two post-surgical consultations. There is no further fee for these consultations. These consultations are important to attend in order for your practitioner to inspect the healing of the wound and assess for any signs of infection or other adverse outcomes.
Contact the clinic on (03) 9889 1078 for any further queries regarding post-surgery care.