Do you have a foot or ankle surgery on your calendar? Dr. Shane D. Draper, D.P.M. & Dr. Quinn D. Lindstrom, D.P.M. is here to provide you with some simple pre-op instructions to make sure that your surgery goes smoothly and easily. Proudly serving Elko, NV, and the neighboring communities, these certified podiatrists treat everything from ingrown toenails and plantar fasciitis to foot pain and sprained ankles. When you want effective solutions for your ankle or foot pain, put your trust in these experienced podiatrists.
If you have an ankle or foot surgery on the horizon, be sure that you follow your pre-op instructions carefully. To prepare for your foot or ankle surgery, do the following three things in the days leading up to the procedure: …show more content…
Additionally, avoid smoking and chewing tobacco or gum. Refraining from these things will reduce your chances of becoming sick during or after your surgery.
Take Only Certain Medications: If you’re on medication for your stomach, thyroid, or blood pressure, you may take these medications on the morning of your surgery with small sips of water. However, if you have diabetes, do not take insulin prior to your ankle or foot surgery.
Bring Someone With You: After your foot or ankle surgery, the doctor will provide you with important information that you may not be able to fully comprehend without the assistance of a friend or a family member. Additionally, it is important to have someone there who will be able to drive you home safely after your surgery.
For long-lasting relief from ankle or foot pain, put your trust in Dr. Shane D. Draper, D.P.M. & Dr. Quinn D. Lindstrom, D.P.M. to help you get back on your feet comfortably. Give them a call at (775) 738-1100 and schedule an appointment to find out if ankle or foot surgery is right for you, and be sure to visit them online for more
If you have an ankle or foot surgery on the horizon, be sure that you follow your pre-op instructions carefully. To prepare for your foot or ankle surgery, do the following three things in the days leading up to the procedure: …show more content…
Additionally, avoid smoking and chewing tobacco or gum. Refraining from these things will reduce your chances of becoming sick during or after your surgery.
Take Only Certain Medications: If you’re on medication for your stomach, thyroid, or blood pressure, you may take these medications on the morning of your surgery with small sips of water. However, if you have diabetes, do not take insulin prior to your ankle or foot surgery.
Bring Someone With You: After your foot or ankle surgery, the doctor will provide you with important information that you may not be able to fully comprehend without the assistance of a friend or a family member. Additionally, it is important to have someone there who will be able to drive you home safely after your surgery.
For long-lasting relief from ankle or foot pain, put your trust in Dr. Shane D. Draper, D.P.M. & Dr. Quinn D. Lindstrom, D.P.M. to help you get back on your feet comfortably. Give them a call at (775) 738-1100 and schedule an appointment to find out if ankle or foot surgery is right for you, and be sure to visit them online for more