Three weeks post-surgery, you can expect reduced foot swelling and pain. You may still need to use crutches or a surgical shoe for support. You’ll have scheduled surgery aftercare visits and can do gentle range-of-motion exercises​.Three weeks post-surgery, you can expect reduced foot swelling and pain. You may still need to use crutches or a surgical shoe for support. You’ll have scheduled surgery aftercare visits and can do gentle range-of-motion exercises​.