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Fibromyalgia is one of those conditions that touches every part of the body — and for many patients, the feet are among the most significantly affected areas, yet one of the least…
That first-step-out-of-bed heel pain has a name — plantar fasciitis — and if it's been moderate and ongoing in your left foot, there's real reason for optimism. For our Lancaster…
Had release surgery about a year ago. After I developed nodules on the bottom of my foot had 3-4 injections things were ok for awhile but now another nodule, stabbing pain on top of…
Here are my results. No wonder I have been in so much pain. Im waiting on an appointment with an orthopedic specialist. I work 40 hrs a week and average 14000 steps a day. I've been…
Hi, a relation of mine recently sent me this. It is a link to a product sold in Pakistan where he is based. a " bunion toe corrector product. The idea is that you find a similar…
I'm 5 weeks post hallux varus surgery. My foot is still swollen and painful. When did he pain start to subside for those who have had bunion surgery?
I’ve had bunions on both feet for years. The left one is worse and as long as I wore soft,stretchy, shoes it wasn’t too bad. I just could not wear any hard/stiff shoes, at least not…
So what takes away the heel pain. I see a lot of ppl say you need to stretch. I’ve been doing that for months and no relief. Hurts just the same. Can’t get into a podiatrist till…
So I just put this cream on my heel and top of my foot. Let it soak in b4 putting a sock on. I can walk without pain! Seriously worked! I purchased it at curleaf. It's cbd/thc so you…
Day one post op and this nerve pain is no joke — feeling awful.
20 days post-op... And for the first time since the Macarena hit the charts back in the late 90's, I’m travelling with one bunion instead of two. And this has been the MOST…
7mos post-op, had MIS on main and tailor's bunions, and shortened and fused second toe. I'm SO tired of the pain and aching in my second toe - hurts on the bottom when I walk, and…
Is there less pain/quicker recovery with keyhole - minimally invasive surgery please?
So I have two bunions that I think are pretty big. I have had them since I’m 12. but they have gotten worse over the last few years, especially the right one. I don’t wear shoes that…
3 weeks post MIS surgery now. I am walking (slowly) in the orthopedic shoe and making some short trips to the shops/out for coffee and things. Whilst I don't exactly feel a great deal…
Pic--After vs before. I had lapidus surgery to correct my left foot bunion on June 3 (right foot was completed 2 years ago). I'm still experiencing some pain and swelling, but no more…
So 13 months after the correction surgery im about to lose my mind with this foot!! Im going to ask for a second opinion i have lost faith in my surgeon .This is after a days work on…
I am 3 days post-op and doing surprisingly well. Have not been in much pain. I had a nerve block and am taking meds which are only prescribed for 3 days. Hope pain will not kick in…
I am almost 4 weeks post op. I was non weight bearing for 3 weeks. I've been walking in my boot all around the house for the past 2 days. I even cooked dinner for the family tonight…
Has anyone traveled somewhere where they had to walk a lot after their surgery and what shoes have you worn that were super comfortable and minimised the pain and discomfort? I’m 9…
I joined this group a yr ago as I had asked several questions about recovery and toddlers. Everyone suggested waiting. Now the pain is almost unbearable. Plus, my shoes and boots…
Male 227LBS For the past month both legs from my thighs to my toes have been bright red, swollen, burn, hot to touch and pain. My toes have been turning purple/black. My feet are hot…
My foot has a sharp pain near the Curboid area. Nothing seen on xray. Any input from anyone?
I have severe midfoot pain on top of the foot. Please suggest...
So I was wondering if anyone has tried mounjaro to lose weight and help inflimation of plantar fasciitis? I know losing the extra weight will take some of the load off my feet and…
Hello! I’m looking for ideas for supportive but dressy shoes for my wedding. I would like a flat sandal but could have a little heel. I need something that is supportive as I still…
Desk job and swollen foot I’m about 10 weeks after my surgery and recovery has been mostly going great (yay!) But weekdays when I’m letting my foot dangle for 8 hours it gets…
Good morning everyone. I've been lurking here for a while because I'm terrified of having surgery.  Truthfully I've never had pain in my foot if I wear wide shoes up until this year…
Had my 2 week post op today. Every thing on xray looked great and I’m off all pain meds. But…still had some swelling going on and still have the pin in the 2nd toe for ten more days…
[Right foot bunionectomy, plantar plate repair and arthrodesis here] What do you recommend as a first shoe for driving? I’m still in a boot, but my doctor is allowing me to start…