Hi I have OCD contamination and toenail fungus.
Hi I have OCD contamination and toenail fungus. It's so hard to have the conditions together. I tried to console my mind and looked online and found out about dermatophytes. The fungi…
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Has anyone tried a product called Bare Feet?
Has anyone tried a product called Bare Feet? It's a capsule and advertised and talked about by a Pharmacist named Lisa. Claims it cures the Fungus, not just camouflages the ugly nail…
What has truly worked for successfully recovering from toenail fungus?
What has truly worked for successfully recovering from toenail fungus?
I had my Arthrex MIS bunion surgery on Feb 14th.
I had my Arthrex MIS bunion surgery on Feb 14th. I was instructed to be non weight bearing until my 2 week post op follow up on the 27th. I am told I'd be able to bear weight only on…
I had a bunion operation on my right foot a number of years ago.
I had a bunion operation on my right foot a number of years ago. I now need to do my left foot but cannot remember how long I was non weight bearing. For minimally invasive surgery is…
I need to hear some MIS SUCCESS stories!
I need to hear some MIS SUCCESS stories! Let me hear from the people who have had no issues, who have healed and recovered as they were told they would. I feel like the horror stories…
Does anyone have any guidelines on the weight-bearing timelines post op?
Does anyone have any guidelines on the weight-bearing timelines post op? I believe I've seen a lot of 0% weight bearing the first 2 weeks post op, but then what? I'm at 6-weeks post…
My before and after.
My before and after. Surgery on 12/18. Just had my 6 weeks. Doc told me everything looks great and I'm healing well.
I have always liked Teva sandals, I messaged them and got this prompt reply.
I have always liked Teva sandals, I messaged them and got this prompt reply. This is for UK customers. Although we are unable to provide any medical advice, it sounds like you may…
My pinky folds down and I got a bump below my pinky.
My pinky folds down and I got a bump below my pinky. All the podiatrists say it is not a tailor's bunion. I don't know what to do. 4th toe also curls bad and hurts.
Hi, had a little bump on left foot for a while and the right one popped a year ago.
Hi, had a little bump on left foot for a while and the right one popped a year ago. I didn't know anything about bunions before that. But now its extreme, no shoes fit. Pain is…
Shoes or slippers?
Shoes or slippers? I was fitted for Hoka Clifton at running shop. I wore these on Sunday, but shoes seems pretty snug on surgical foot. Foot was too swollen for any shoes by…
I transitioned into shoes last Thursday and I went and bought 8.5 mens wide Hoka Bondi 9.
I transitioned into shoes last Thursday and I went and bought 8.5 mens wide Hoka Bondi 9. The women's Hoka shoe at the store don't have a wide. I feel so good in the men's wide. This…
Has anyone ever used the tanning bed at least twice per week while taking Terbinafine/Lamisil?
Has anyone ever used the tanning bed at least twice per week while taking Terbinafine/Lamisil? I was prescribed this medication. I've taken it before but can't remember if I was…
Hey! Ive been on Terbinafine for 2 months and the situation looks the same. No change. My case is mild, the…
Hey! Ive been on Terbinafine for 2 months and the situation looks the same. No change. My case is mild, the root is clear. Its the tip and sides thats yellow. Has anyone experienced…
I do feel a bit uneasy.
I do feel a bit uneasy. Had TenJet surgery in December after injections and boot and all that jazz to try to heal my PF. Still had more pain weeks after procedure. Doctor ordered…
Not PF specific but PF adjacent - I have a sharp pain in this area.
Not PF specific but PF adjacent - I have a sharp pain in this area. It's kind of extra bony right there. Anyone know what this is? I googled and it doesn't seem to be in the right…
Something interesting I learned while recovering from foot surgery.
Something interesting I learned while recovering from foot surgery. Pain and swelling aren't only controlled by medication. Several body systems can reduce pain chemistry naturally…
7 weeks post op right bunion surgery and still swelling with mild pain.
7 weeks post op right bunion surgery and still swelling with mild pain. Also noticed a space between great toe and 2nd toe. How long did it take you for swelling to go away and did…
First pic is from last September and the second is from today.
First pic is from last September and the second is from today. I had bunion surgery and hammertoe fusion back last June 2025. It's almost a year but this toe is still big and swollen…
Uh did anyone else wear a toe spacer for a while and as a result get a pain in the middle top of the foot?
Uh did anyone else wear a toe spacer for a while and as a result get a pain in the middle top of the foot? I feel like I'm trading one issue for another.
Looking for recommendations for a toe spacer?
Looking for recommendations for a toe spacer? Specially for my large toe and the one next to it. I don't want to waste money trying different ones so hoping you can help me!
5 days post op. Foot was rewrapped and can be removed Friday. Then toe spacer between first and second toe…
5 days post op. Foot was rewrapped and can be removed Friday. Then toe spacer between first and second toe. Next follow up in two weeks stitches will be removed and fresh x-rays taken.
Recovery update after my June 11, 2025 bunion repair (Lapiplasty with correction of the bunion with Calcaneal…
Recovery update after my June 11, 2025 bunion repair (Lapiplasty with correction of the bunion with Calcaneal Bone Graft and lesser toe corrections): Non-weight bearing for 4 weeks to…
Positive story so far.
Positive story so far. Had lapiplasty in January of this year on the right foot. Not gonna lie it was living hell the first few days. But my bones fused in record time (surgeon's…
Hi everyone, I hope you are all doing well.
Hi everyone, I hope you are all doing well. I wanted to give an update after my 2 weeks post op appointment. I had hardware removal, triplane osteotomy of the hindfoot, 1st metatarsal…
Week 9 PO. I just started walking without the help of a crutch last Wednesday... still very challenging with a…
Week 9 PO. I just started walking without the help of a crutch last Wednesday... still very challenging with a very swollen foot. I can only fit it in 1 shoe IF I'm wearing a…
Dr. Staschiak explains Regular Shockwave Therapy vs High Intensity SWT for plantar fasciitis treatment…
Dr. Staschiak explains Regular Shockwave Therapy vs High Intensity SWT for plantar fasciitis treatment. Important to understand the differences between the two approaches.
Hello. My name is Michael. I have been a mechanic since 1994. I wear work boots everyday. I developed toe nail…
Hello. My name is Michael. I have been a mechanic since 1994. I wear work boots everyday. I developed toe nail fungus many years ago. I've tried everything to rid myself of the ugly…
Hi there, I'm 4 weeks post scarf and akin surgery.
Hi there, I'm 4 weeks post scarf and akin surgery. Whilst it's healing well and my toe is so much straighter, should I be concerned that there is still a lump on the side? I've added…