What all can you tell me about mtp joint (big toe) replacement and fusion?
What all can you tell me about mtp joint (big toe) replacement and fusion? Did you do replacement first? Im ready that fusion takes longer to heal but more long term success…
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So the big bandage and boot is off at week 4.
So the big bandage and boot is off at week 4. I had my bunion done and 2nd hammer toe and metatarsalgia surgery. The 2nd toe now needs taping for the next two weeks to bring it back…
Day 12 now post MI bunion hammertoe and metatarsalgia surgery.
Day 12 now post MI bunion hammertoe and metatarsalgia surgery. No real pain just some discomfort in boot. Significant bruising and swelling still which is all normal I know so I’m…
Hi everyone im new to the group.
Hi everyone im new to the group. Hope everyone is ok? I had bunion and hammer toe surgery im on day 3. I was walking with my crutches at home, and had my surgical boot on. I stumbled…
Hello all and happy healing!
Hello all and happy healing! My procedures are on Wednesday the 16th. I am having a bunionectomy with hardware, they are fixing my hammer toe with a pin that sticks out the tip of my…
New to the group, I have very bad bunions and hammer toes both feet (hereditary).
New to the group, I have very bad bunions and hammer toes both feet (hereditary). Thankfully no pain. Do any of the braces I see on FB work for some moderate correction? Just ordered…
Good morning. Has anyone here on this site have the Clayton procedure done where they cut off your metatarsal…
Good morning. Has anyone here on this site have the Clayton procedure done where they cut off your metatarsal heads as well as make adjustments/partial cutting near the middle of each…
I had my bunion surgery seven weeks ago and I’ve recovered very well from it – although I did have an…
I had my bunion surgery seven weeks ago and I’ve recovered very well from it – although I did have an infection in the wound in week three – which cleared up with antibiotics. I also…
Hi - new member here.
Hi - new member here. I have bunions and hammer toes. I've been able to get by with shoes with a wide toe box and/or stretchy material. Merrell shoes have worked for me the best, but…
A month ago I had a permanent partial toenail removed.
A month ago I had a permanent partial toenail removed. It was healing nicely and I was cleaning and putting neosporn on 3x daily- as they said to do. Unfortunately I stubbed my toe…
Please help, I am really struggling with my left foot.
Please help, I am really struggling with my left foot. I am awaiting a chiropodist appointment but in the meantime I am really suffering and have no idea what it is. In August 2022 I…
** updated pic in comments*** Podiatrist appt on Thursday so I’ll let you know what he says it is!
** updated pic in comments*** Podiatrist appt on Thursday so I’ll let you know what he says it is! So the doc diagnosed this as athletes foot and prescribed nystatin which made it…
It looks like I need to go to a podiatrist, and I'm scared.
It looks like I need to go to a podiatrist, and I'm scared. I hate medical things. What can I expect from my appointment? My problems are persistent toenail fungus, ingrown toenails…
After suffering for about a year with plantar fasciitis..
After suffering for about a year with plantar fasciitis.. orthopedic apts , physical therapy , new shoes , inserts , all the gizmos and gadgets that I could find .. most not doing a…
For those who used peptides to get rid of their Plantar fasciitis, what company did you buy from, which…
For those who used peptides to get rid of their Plantar fasciitis, what company did you buy from, which peptide, and what was the price?
Has anyone had swimming help their plantar Fasciitis?
Has anyone had swimming help their plantar Fasciitis? I was thinking it may help loosen the muscles in my hips, calves, etc...
Is it common that the Achilles hurts just as bad as the heel when you have plantar fasciitis?
Is it common that the Achilles hurts just as bad as the heel when you have plantar fasciitis? I have had plantar fasciitis for almost 3 years now. It has been really bad and very…
My physical therapists recommended “dry needling” for my plantar fasciitis.
My physical therapists recommended “dry needling” for my plantar fasciitis. Anyone had this done? Any good results? How is it done?
I am like every other person on here..
I am like every other person on here.. Plantar fasciitis for years, bone spurs etc.. I was doing Zumba and couldn't almost walk the next day after one of my classes. The pain in the…
Hi Everyone. I have had Plantar fasciitis for over eight months now. It's incredibly painful as you probably…
Hi Everyone. I have had Plantar fasciitis for over eight months now. It's incredibly painful as you probably all know. My podiatrist also believes I have nerve damage due to tingling…
I am in a quandary.
I am in a quandary. I went to see the surgeon and yes qualify for surgery due to the bunion. But I was steered away from surgery as the surgeon feels that unless you are in severe…
Dear everyone, I am reaching out because I’m really devastated and would welcome any advice.
Dear everyone, I am reaching out because I’m really devastated and would welcome any advice. On Friday, I had a bunionectomy on the NHS. It was supposed to include surgery on the two…
How long did you have to wait after right foot (driving foot) osteotomy bunionectomy to drive?
How long did you have to wait after right foot (driving foot) osteotomy bunionectomy to drive?
I’m 50 and based in London, UK, and I finally have my MIS bunion surgery scheduled for the end of this month.
I’m 50 and based in London, UK, and I finally have my MIS bunion surgery scheduled for the end of this month. After consulting with two different surgeons, we agreed that MIS was the…
A few pictures from my bunionectomy experience today.
A few pictures from my bunionectomy experience today. — feeling happy.
MIS Surgery vs. traditional bunionectomy surgery: Figuring out all of these bunion surgery options can be…
MIS Surgery vs. traditional bunionectomy surgery: Figuring out all of these bunion surgery options can be daunting. Any thoughts, observations or experiences you may have about them…
I live in the UK and after seeing a physiotherapist/consultant and talking through all my available options...
I live in the UK and after seeing a physiotherapist/consultant and talking through all my available options... I have decided to move forward with an MIS (Minimally Invasive…
I am 8 months post of from fusion and bunionectomy.
I am 8 months post of from fusion and bunionectomy. Recently I am having discomfort where the bunion was and on top (probably the hardware). I am not in awful pain, it's just…
Hi everyone, I’m new to the group.
Hi everyone, I’m new to the group. I have flat feet, bunions, tailor’s bunions, pain when I walk and my legs get really tired when I stand for more than 5 minutes. I went to a…
I’m thinking of having surgery on my 2nd toe hammer toe & possible plantar plate repair under same toe & maybe…
I’m thinking of having surgery on my 2nd toe hammer toe & possible plantar plate repair under same toe & maybe fix a small bunion all at once on the left foot. I have so much pain…