Community experiences
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Is there anyone in this group that custom orthotics honestly did help them ? Estelle Jacobsen I am doing research on what my next move is. Server plantar fascia since start of year…
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I’m hoping I don’t have to row back on this but I feel I’ve had a result….I’ve just spent 2+ weeks completely resting. And I mean really resting. I know I’m lucky to have the chance…
I’m so tired and frustrated by this constant pain. Started in May and I can’t walk without pain every single time my right foot touches the ground. I tried 7 sessions of shockwave…
I have been battling PF in both feet since around January 26’. Primary Dr. recommended Spenco inserts that worked for him. Said I’d be over it in a couple weeks. Got them in February…
Doc gave me a medium boot post op. This is the smallest it will go. Should I ask for a smaller one? Nan Elizabeth Who’s been given Jounavx for their post-op pain ? Would love to hear…
Does anyone's big toe ever bend again after surgery? Sharon Amalia Hi everyone! Thanks so much for this group. I've been following along for a long time and have gotten so many good…
I had bunion surgery with two screws 6 months ago. I still have limited toe mobility and pain when walking. I can’t walk fast or run, and my toe cracks when I wiggle it. I also get…
I have CRPS and just got a spinal cord stimulator, and it has changed my life. The pain disappeares and I would highly recommend it. yes it is really only masking my pain but it means…
has anyone used the good feet arch support system? how was it for you? Jessica Russell Llach What have you been told to do for plantar fasciitis… and did it actually work? Donald…
So we're going to Disneyland in 2 months. I'm tempted to start Dr.Angelas recommendations but I know wearing zero drop shoes for 2 full days too soon will be unbearable. Am I better…
I wear Brooks Ghost, I started walking a treadmill and around the soccer field well over a month ago, went to the beach and a wave took me out and twisted my ankle and wrenched my…
Still haven't made my mind up, about a Knee Scooter yet. I'm I mad Clare Louise Pratt Hiya, is a hospital nurse on here who as had bunion surgery ? Shelby Ketterman I’m having my…
9 days after MIS surgery (right side), my foot is suddenly feeling much worse - I can't have even a minute of scooting around upright before it becomes unbearably uncomfortable. The…
I had my surgery 1 week ago (August 17th) and I can honestly say it has been good so far. The only time felt pain was when I slept through my alarm for my meds on day 3 Sayble Hopkin…
Hi there, 3 weeks post op. Question, how do you pass the day? CourteousRadish9465 Did you have surgery and now you're living pain free (from your bunions)? Are you so glad you had it…
This client came in with visible buildup between the toes, changes in the nails, and concerns on the bottom of the feet — but that doesn’t automatically mean she has to This client…
Has anyone had their 2nd bunion surgery within 2 weeks of each other? Carol Knowlton-Chirko I know some in this group did both feet together. How many of you spaced it 6 to 8 weeks…
Throbbing tonight Erica Young Is there less pain/quicker recovery with keyhole - minimally invasive surgery please? Sierra Michelle Larson I have pretty severe bunions on both of my…
Has anyone experienced a toe fold like this? I'm 3 weeks post op. I has bilateral surgery and my left big toe looks fine. Thank you. Jenn Chladil Raynaud's and Bunion Surgery: I got…
6 days till my Scarf Akin and Oxford weills Correction. Getting organised with the items I’ll need Has anyone used this Wedge ? Would you recommend or are pillows sufficient ? Yolanda…
Day 3 post op -scarf akin osteotomy and Oxford weils correction of 2nd toe It’s very painful and numb but I’m managing well with the medication I’m feeling optimistic and focusing on…
I'm so confused and stressed about whether or not to have surgery. I'm in the UK and don't have the money to go private. I had a consultation in January 2025 and the doc said I should…
6 wks today yay me .No pain a little stiffness getting better each day.Specialist rang Wed with xray results from Mon he is happy.He will ring again in 12wks to make sure screws…
Has anyone else had this happen? I had bunion surgery May 22nd. I have a pin in my big toe and also one in the middle of my foot reconnecting my big toe joint. The toe next to my big…
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Hi everyone! Thanks so much for this group. I've been following along for a long time and have gotten so many good tips from all of you. Well, it's finally my turn. After going to…
Ladies, has anyone ordered from these sites? The shoes look like they may work for post bunion surgery since there's arch support and a roomier toe box. US.SOLEBLISS.COM Sole Bliss…
I had surgery on Aug 14th. I had my right foot surgery in Jan. And now my left foot, I had hardware removal, MIS and apparently hammertoe surgery done. Pain level is moderate. The…
Did you have surgery and now you're living pain free (from your bunions)? Are you so glad you had it done? Does anyone here regret their surgery? Did it end up worse than it was…