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Part of the reason I opted for surgery was the pain I constantly had in my big toe that gave me this constant feeling that my big toe had to crack, but it wouldn't. I had surgery on…
Has anyone had these procedures all together and can tell me how your post op went andyou are now. I had surgery yesterday, this evening its kicking in- the pain. anything that…
Hi can anyone help me please. I work from 9am to 6.30 4 days a week and my heals absolutely kill me at the end of each day, I find it so painful to walk. I work in a warehouse and do…
Had an akin bunionectomy and an osteotomy on right foot... Still got left foot to go.. but waiting a while. Also had ingrown toe nails removed the first two. Deborah Bast How do you…
Is this bad enough for surgery?? Ashley Ann Gantner Had my post-op appointment (week + 2 days) from my Minimally Invasive Surgery Bunionectomy. I was sent home from the hospital with…
Yes, dry needling does help Kathi Desmond Frost I bought Shock Doctor ankle braces at Dick’s sporting goods store. My ankles always killed me from my plantar fasciitis. I’ve had it…
Medium high women's shoes relieving PF pain - anyone experienced/ can explain?! My PF developed last year when I was training for a 10 mile run I've done every year for 20 years. I…
I just got off the phone to my specialist for a 4 month review. I had a 9.2mm thickness and a 8mm tear of the plantar fascia. We found this out 4 months ago. So i spent 3 months in a…
Throbbing tonight KnowledgeablePeapod1058 How did YOU know you also wanted your bunionette (Tailor) removed? I’m having pain on the ball of my foot under it, not in the side. I’m…
I'm curious, let me know.... DL Walker is feeling curious. For this week's Fix your Feet Friday. I figured that I would change it up a bit and ask you a question.... 0:03 / 0:45 DL…
Obviously my attempt for a FB Live, was not accomplished. I will try again next week! Becky Baker Stephens. I understand your frustration and offered you some suggestions here…
Hello, I had scarf akin surgery about 12 weeks ago to treat my bunion and bunionette. I had surgery on my right foot a few years ago and that was a successful and quick recovery. I'm…
2 weeks post op, fusion 2nd and 3rd whatever it’s called, arthritis cut out and plates and screws , had bandage removed but got infection and still so swollen x been given a boot as…
Update #3. Final dose, day 90, taking Terbinafine (Lamisil). Very obvious improvement from taking it! Now I’m just hoping it continues to grow out since I’m done. What were others’…
Sorry for all the questions.. but what did yall use to prevent the Velcro on the sandal from snagging your pants, sheets and everything! Driving me crazy already Vicki Corbin AI…
**EDITED 5.5hrs after original post: I’ve decided against going to UC. I’ll wait until my post-op appt** Well SH!T…wound dehiscence I accidentally got my bandages wet while giving…
I’m 1 month post-op (33 days). Although I’ve been waiting for the dead skin to start shedding, I guess I wasn’t expecting it be this much. Especially since it wasn’t there last…
Day one post op and this nerve pain is no joke — feeling awful. Edie Bules I took advice from all the posts on preparation for surgery, scheduled for July the 24th. This is what I…
New here! This is killing me and I’m not sure what to do . I’m 70 I work full time I have a band on my foot I try do ice what else can I do??? James W. Teer Tried tons of insoles and…
Anyone tried Remy laser therapy? Gail Epstein Spears Is plantar fasciitis suppose to hurt all day everyday? Angela Taulbee What does everyone think about physical therapy for PF? I…
Punky Mcleod They said after getting hobbled by sketcher shape ups I must wear a tennis shoe for the program of therapy after breaking two stone molds in half and having ever other…
Is there a surgry for this,i think i've try everything. Punky Mcleod Punky Mcleod They said after getting hobbled by sketcher shape ups I must wear a tennis shoe for the program of…
Having Shockwave treatment today April Alcantara This may be TMI but perhaps it will help drive the point that PF is not just a foot problem. I brought this A3 sheet to my Rehab…
First shockwave therapy yesterday - ouch! So I had my first shockwave therapy and but it was painful. Just a quick question. Should I continue using a massage gun on the areas to aid…
Hi. Does anyone have a favorite brand of supportive house slippers? Something with a backing so they don’t fall off easily. Kate Cat My feet are really really bad. I’ve got custom fit…
What house slippers do you all use? Kelly Coe Does anyone have any suggestion for something comfortable I can wear in the summer as house slippers for painful feet? It gets really hot…
Update:::**** I still get tingling under my foot and when I do I just keep shaking my legs and hips vigorously! Im back in my old flat sneakers and im not using any kind of cushioned…
Anyone have a foot this bad - not even sure it will work Sarah Fry I'm having MIS for my bunion on Tuesday. Any advice on how long it will be before I can return to the pool? Even if…
I found my before and after xrays online. At first I couldnt tell a difference (other than the screws), but now I see where my Dr shaved off my bone. Kind of crazy to l…
ouch in so much pain today Pamela Erin Hello! Looking for a good surgeon in San Marcos or Austin. Jean Lower Ligas Has anyone had Dr Jeremy Davis for their surgery? There’s hardly any…