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Had surgery this morning...
Had surgery this morning... I'm home and packed up in this bed, I'm already ready to be recovered lol .... I'm a busy body kind of person and being restricted is going
So question for everyone who had lapiplasty: My doctor said you're essentially laid up for 8 weeks and anybody…
So question for everyone who had lapiplasty: My doctor said you're essentially laid up for 8 weeks and anybody who needs to 'get around' shouldn't do it. I had a 2 yr old and…
Over the last year my bunion has gotten increasingly worse.
Over the last year my bunion has gotten increasingly worse. I got a cortisone shot around this time last year. It helped for about 6 months and the pain came back. A friend…
Let's welcome our new members!
Let's welcome our new members! Debbie Kennedy Furr, Marshall Moens, Sheila Marks, Carol Samberg,
Hi! I’m a 56 year old female. I just discovered this past spring that I’m developing one, possibly two…
Hi! I’m a 56 year old female. I just discovered this past spring that I’m developing one, possibly two, bunions. It happened really fast! I bought a pair of shoes (which I tried on…
What has your experience been with foot physio to delay the need for further deterioration and surgery?
What has your experience been with foot physio to delay the need for further deterioration and surgery? Have bunions- worse on right foot- but they don’t hurt… just very wide feet!!!…
Hi I’ve never posted before !
Hi I’ve never posted before ! At what point do you consider surgery? I am so broke ri Hi I’ve never posted before ! At what point do you consider surgery? I am so broke right now I…
Has anyone tried cortisone injections and if so did it help and how long did the effects last?
Has anyone tried cortisone injections and if so did it help and how long did the effects last?
Has anyone had experience using cortisone injections for bunion pain relief and can provide some feedback?
Has anyone had experience using cortisone injections for bunion pain relief and can provide some feedback? Thank you.
I just tracked my Upstep orthotics.
I just tracked my Upstep orthotics. They are currently in Memphis. This is the info that I have. What does this mean?
I’ve been dealing with plantar fasciitis in my left foot on and off for 13 years.
I’ve been dealing with plantar fasciitis in my left foot on and off for 13 years. I’ve spent thousands of dollars on orthotics, massagers, and whatever else I thought would help. My…
How to get pain out of your feet.
How to get pain out of your feet. There's one main way to get pain out of your feet. It's called self massage. Oh, some people will claim that orthotics are the way. Yes they do help…
Any cyclist here. I am having a lot of problems finding shoes which are comfy and I have a lot of pain. BUT. I…
Any cyclist here. I am having a lot of problems finding shoes which are comfy and I have a lot of pain. BUT. I see so many negative comments about post operation pain and recovery. I…
Today was the first day I managed to get my Adidas trainers on.
Today was the first day I managed to get my Adidas trainers on. Had them on for all of 2 minutes, discovering they're too tight to wear, and I now probably need a half size up…
The widest one that I could find is Brook extra wide (2E).
The widest one that I could find is Brook extra wide (2E). The old model Ghost 17 is on sale now. The price is the same at fleet feet or Amazon.
9.5 weeks post operation I'm walking more getting about 4-5000 steps in a day.
9.5 weeks post operation I'm walking more getting about 4-5000 steps in a day. My foot still swells and I still get weird nerve pain! I'm happy with where I am small steps in right…
Ok…so I have two opinions on mid foot fusion surgery…both surgeons are incredible ..but completely different…
Ok…so I have two opinions on mid foot fusion surgery…both surgeons are incredible ..but completely different on recovery process ..one says 3mon cast…1month boot non weight bearing…
Does anyone have a burning sensation on the top of the foot by your in step?
Does anyone have a burning sensation on the top of the foot by your in step? It feels like a burning sensation until about my toes and then shoots fire like pain into each toe. I have…
Thanks to my Chiropractor (and Kate Leonard who recommended him), I am finally regaining my mobility!
Thanks to my Chiropractor (and Kate Leonard who recommended him), I am finally regaining my mobility! Dr. Rower has done multiple foot adjustments and because of him my whole body is…
I wanted to share my story.
I wanted to share my story. I had been having pain from a sprained ankle for the last 7 years. Finally found a doctor that truly took my pain into consideration. After looking at…
Update! So I’m officially fed up with my feet and everyone. I went to the ER today and the Dr took a Quick…
Update! So I’m officially fed up with my feet and everyone. I went to the ER today and the Dr took a Quick Look at my feet and told me to just wait for my appointment April 3rd and…
I got a message from my foot doctor today and he said that we can try PRP injections Or the only other option…
I got a message from my foot doctor today and he said that we can try PRP injections Or the only other option at this point is a scope. I would be interested in trying the PRP but If…
While I have been able to walk around my home for the first time today, I was gonna explore A whole new world…
While I have been able to walk around my home for the first time today, I was gonna explore A whole new world just like Jasmine and Aladdin on date night... I decided to walk around…
This is my son 16 and half years old any recommendations for Hallux Valgus surgery diagnosed recently after…
This is my son 16 and half years old any recommendations for Hallux Valgus surgery diagnosed recently after basketball trauma
I know I post a lot- thank you for y’all’s patience with me!
I know I post a lot- thank you for y’all’s patience with me! I have an appt with my surgeon on 6/30. Until I can be seen, I was wondering if the pain I’m having is “normal”. It’s on…
Almost 8 months ago I had bunion and hammer toe surgery with some screws and pins inserted into my first 3 toes.
Almost 8 months ago I had bunion and hammer toe surgery with some screws and pins inserted into my first 3 toes. The healing process has gone well. Quick question if anyone knows the…
So, its a good news/bad news kinda day for me.
So, its a good news/bad news kinda day for me. Saw my surgeon after lapidus and hammertoe correction on April 21. Fusion is good, and big toe is good. But, my second toe, for some…
Does anyone use the toes separators.
Does anyone use the toes separators. I got me some been having them for 2 months now. And I use them for an hour sometimes longer and for myself it helps. Toes separators help manage…
Just had my first piezowave treatment today at a local chiropractor office, 1st one is free and boy is my heel…
Just had my first piezowave treatment today at a local chiropractor office, 1st one is free and boy is my heel sore .. ouch!!! This better work, they recommend 6 of these. So far it…