I am really confused.
I am really confused. I've read where drop heel and barefoot shoes are better and allow the foot to gain strength (which makes sense to me). Before going to the Dr. I was able to walk…
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Hi! My heel cracked right on the worst spot where the PF hurts…. Has anyone else had this happen?? And what…
Hi! My heel cracked right on the worst spot where the PF hurts…. Has anyone else had this happen?? And what are your suggested treatments?
Today was my second time seeing a foot doctor about my heel pain.
Today was my second time seeing a foot doctor about my heel pain. First one I went to was in my room for 5 minutes, barely touched my foot, no x-ray… just said yup it’s plantar…
I'm struggling so bad right now.
I'm struggling so bad right now. I've had PF for 5 years now and have spent well over 7k on inserts, shoes and surgery. I did the cortisone shots until they stopped working then had…
Advice Needed From Anyone That Has Done The Surgery I have done 3 cortisone injections on my left heel and I…
Advice Needed From Anyone That Has Done The Surgery I have done 3 cortisone injections on my left heel and I am now pain free on the left BUT I put additional stress on the right heel…
Breaking in your Birks....
Breaking in your Birks.... My question is how long does it take to break in your Birkenstocks. Here is some more info related to my circumstances:
Okay, I need some advice or at least some hope.
Okay, I need some advice or at least some hope. I have been dealing on and off with PF for 5 years. As of about a year now it is unbearable. I also now get extreme shooting pains in…
My orthopedist says the problem is biomechanical (hyperpronation, bunions, no fat tissue in the metatarsal and…
My orthopedist says the problem is biomechanical (hyperpronation, bunions, no fat tissue in the metatarsal and heel?) I need to have my bunions operated on. Has anyone been told the…
Hi. New here. Looking for help. I had a bunionectomy end of September 2025. Basically 7 months ago. I'm still…
Hi. New here. Looking for help. I had a bunionectomy end of September 2025. Basically 7 months ago. I'm still having pain. Not really in the area of my bunion but on the top right…
Has anyone had any success with Physical therapy or Chiro for their bunion?
Has anyone had any success with Physical therapy or Chiro for their bunion? My daughter is 13 and has them pretty badly, we've tried different braces I've gotten online but she hates…
I am getting surgery in November for my right foot tailor bunion.
I am getting surgery in November for my right foot tailor bunion. The doctor said I also have a mild bunion on the big toe side and asked if i want that taken care of too. Should I do…
Hi everyone. I'm due to have bunion surgery at the end of July, and I'm starting to feel quite anxious about…
Hi everyone. I'm due to have bunion surgery at the end of July, and I'm starting to feel quite anxious about it. From the initial conversation I had with the surgeon over six months…
I’m reaching out for 2 reasons.
I’m reaching out for 2 reasons. I have flat feet, post tib tendon disfuction. Currently I am waiting for orthotics I am wearing power step OTC orthotics not substantial. I have tried…
Foot pain for a decade or more now.
Foot pain for a decade or more now. Almost 24/7. Idk what’s wrong. Orthotics aren’t helping after wearing for a year and a half. Will try again but I’m not confident it will solve the…
Has anyone thought their orthotics kept them in pain and tried going without them only to feel better?
Has anyone thought their orthotics kept them in pain and tried going without them only to feel better?
Not only do I have pain in my heals and I'm forming bursitis.
Not only do I have pain in my heals and I'm forming bursitis. My left leg is shorter then my right witch causes a lot of foot pain because of the way I walk . I'm in so much pain . I…
I have TERRIBLE stabbing pain on the top of my left foot.
I have TERRIBLE stabbing pain on the top of my left foot. I have a flat foot and pronate. I have done cortisone shots, boot, brace, orthotics, creams, soaks, massages, kinesiology…
Ordered new custom orthotics for my horrifically flat feet .
Ordered new custom orthotics for my horrifically flat feet . I’ve been waiting 7 weeks ……… they took moulds of my feet and then they were sent from uk to Australia where they r made…
Those of you with high arches: any recommendations for walking shoes with proper arch support?
Those of you with high arches: any recommendations for walking shoes with proper arch support? I’m trying to avoid paying for custom inserts again. Any brands with proper built-in…
Hello to you all, I’d like to ask about orthotics please.
Hello to you all, I’d like to ask about orthotics please. My doctor prescribed them and I had them done by a professional. I’ve been wearing them since 2-3 weeks now. They do help my…
Hi I'm going to a festival soon, and my bunions are rubbing on my foot wear, what's the best thing to put on…
Hi I'm going to a festival soon, and my bunions are rubbing on my foot wear, what's the best thing to put on them
Does anyone know of any slip on barefoot shoes?
Does anyone know of any slip on barefoot shoes? Kind of like the Skechers. Or any with a widened toe box.
How did you get on once bandages were removed?
How did you get on once bandages were removed? I am at day 16 and every time I put the foot on the floor the sole is very painful . Accordingly to the surgeon I am now ready to…
This is for Mary Kirk, I am 78 and my foot looks like yours, I know the pain well..
This is for Mary Kirk, I am 78 and my foot looks like yours, I know the pain well.. these shoes are the only ones that I can wear!
lots of pain in my ball of my big toe.
lots of pain in my ball of my big toe. I haven’t been formally diagnosed with a bunion but from looking at pictures and symptoms I am 99.9% sure that’s what it is. My problem is I…
Today is my 5-week footaversary!
Today is my 5-week footaversary! Feet seem to be coming along after bilateral minimally invasive surgery (all 10 toes were operated on). Photo was taken post shower, bu
Good afternoon I’m 3.5 weeks out from surgery.
Good afternoon I’m 3.5 weeks out from surgery. My swelling has gone down considerably but still can’t get foot in tennis shoe. How soon were you able to get your foot in a tennis shoe?
Footwear recommendations please!
Footwear recommendations please! So far this group has fantastically introduced me to the perfect footwear post op - Birkenstocks, Hoka and Oofos ( heavenly!) Now I’m looking for…
Not to bad 12 hour shift .
Not to bad 12 hour shift .
My dad cannot get into his podiatrist until late next month.
My dad cannot get into his podiatrist until late next month. for the last few months he’s been having progressing toe pain on right foot. I posted two pictures of his toes on his…