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I had surgery on both of my feet in April, my feet are in pain every single day, most days I want to cry in pain, lately my ankles swell so much. Has this happened to anyone else?!…
Hi all, I’m new here I’ve had plantar fasciitis for a couple of years now. Have the boot for one foot but it’s in both feet now. Waiting for another appointment with a consultant. My…
Had release done yesterday... Was not prepared for this pain Had the same done 9 years ago and it was not this bad... Anyone else have unbearable pain after and how long did it last??
Well they want me off my feet until my Surgery which is on Dec 5th any stories about surgery? I would LOVE to hear them
I’m 8 hours post op from my 2nd surgery in 3 months & again both feet were done. Let the recovery begin!!!
I’ve been dealing with PF since forever, but for sure daily since 4th of July. I’ve gotten a cortisone shot but it was temporary. I’ve done stretches and ice. New shoes with cushion…
Update: I saw my primary yesterday. She said no Pedicures as of now and prescribed me Ketoconazole(Nizoral) Cream. Told me after I shower at night to lightly file the top of it and…
Sorry, this is super gross.. but is this considered athletes foot? 
UPDATE!! Well, it’s been just over 3 months and I completed the 90 day treatment with Terbinafine. I had zero ill effects, and bloodwork has remained healthy I’m so happy with my…
If you have a busy life with small kids like me, or just a busy life, you simply do not have the time to do vinegar foot soaks 2x a day. In an attempt to find a way to still get my…
Just fyi…coconut oil combined with my usual regimen of white iodine, filing nails thin, etc …..is helping!!! Plus keeps skin super soft. Great for skin all over! Just pure natural…
I wanted to share this reddit post as it's super detailed and has helpful information in it. You can also join the group on reddit which i find helpful…
Copied and paste from reddit for those of you who don't have it. Toenail Fungus Regimen that Works Hello, fungal friends. I defeated a 4+ year toenail fungus issue in just 3–4 months…
Hello! New to group. I have been getting pedicures for almost 20 years and within last 10 getting gel polish on toes. I noticed as soon as I started my big toes would crack in half…
Hello feet people ! Here are mine. Can you tell which toe is different from the outside? Maybe from the inside… ? Complete plantar plate tear with dislocation. Can’t walk on right…
3 months out from surgery The most painful "stretch/exercise" is towel scrunches. So much pain in my toe and I can't grab anything at all what was most difficult for you?
Hi..im getting akin scarf osteotomy and hammertoe done this Thursday 4 June...I've arthritis and bursitis in my hip...my question is will this surgery help these issues ??? Otherwise…
Curious if anyone has done hyperbaric oxygen therapy after their surgery. If so how much did it help? For reference I'm an MA for a naturopathic MD and have researched HBot pretty…
Has anyone has their second toe shortened at the same time as bunion surgery? My doctor says it's considered cosmetic and he won't do it. Are there surgeons who will shorten toe…
These are my feet and the last year and a bit, it is more than just the bunion and hammer toe that hurt. It seems to be my whole foot. Family Dr said not surgical but more procedural…
I’m currently using a knee scooter and I still have two months of non weight bearing on this knee. I had to have my whole foot reconstructed after my bunion surgery failed last year…
Hi everyone, i am in Australia so i hope i am still welcome here. There is little to no online support i can find in Aus so here i am. I have seen a reputable podiatrist whom has…
2nd surgery on this foot scheduled 3/20. I’m nervous. Will get crutches, knee scooter & ice machine. Does anyone have any recommendations for the icing? Thank you.
I have a companion pass with a trip with my husband end of August! Two weeks later I have a trip planned with my daughter My husband is my companion right now and is booked on the…
I have developed bunionettes on both feet after big toe fusion surgery. The left foot was done 10 months ago, the right 8 months. The right is worse. The photos are after a bath…
Best sneakers to wear with orthotics
Thoughts on surgery for a 12 year old?
Hi guys after advice my bunion is now starting to pretude now although not in constant pain it’s same as always just random bouts of pain should I leave waiting to get
Nobody in my family has bunions except my aunt is that normal?
Another shoe question (sorry)... Any advice on one of these over the other? *Both come in wide*