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Hi. I'm due to have surgery on both feet at the end of August. Has anyone else had both done at the same time? I live alone, but will have people popping in throughout the day…
MIS with dissolvable screws. Anyone else have this? Thanks
Wondering why anyone chooses to get any of these surgeries just for cosmetic reasons? Why fix a hammer toe that doesn’t hurt or bother you? These surgeries so often leave us feeling…
Anyone with a bunion and a very flexible big toe that is causing foot to over pronate that has had it fixed. I’m in south of uk any recommendations of surgeons.
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…
MTP Fusion - shoes for exercise - has anyone found a sneaker (specifically a running shoe) with a nice rocker that makes up for the stiff, fused toe?
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…
About 5 weeks ago I broke my 1st metatarsal in my left foot. I have been in a non bearing weight boot. They did not have boots in office so I was directed to purchase my own which…
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...
When a firm, slowly growing mass appears near a tendon of the foot or ankle and does not fit the description of a simple ganglion cyst or lipoma, one important diagnosis to consider…
I’ve always walked about 3 miles per day and unfortunately I have completely cut my walks out because the next day I’m unable to walk at all. It’s really messing with my mental not…
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…
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What has everyone done for plantar fasciitis, that actually works? Theres so many options for creams, stretches, compression socks, insoles, which can turn into a lot of wasted time…
I need your help! I’m going back to work as a teacher, and I am TERRIFIED to be on my feet all day not in brooks. I need your best recommendations for ladies dress shoes, somewhat…
What are best shoes to where for plantar fasciitis and insoles to buy?
Hi everyone, my employer request a drs report stating how work can best support me with this condition. My doctor looks at me like i am making a very weird request from her. Has…
I have 3 podiatrists for various treatments. One told me that the fact that I don’t have any fat pads on my heels contributes to the condition. Does anyone else not have much fat pads…
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…
Anyone's toe still pretty crooked after surgery? I thought my toe should be straight? (Before and after) I am soooo disappointed in this surgery and issues I have been having since. I…
I'm sitting at around 16 days post-op... Today I was finally able to remove the iodine-laced dressing and have a proper shower!!!! But I have to be totally honest here... I did a…
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…
UPDATE: I asked the PA today, and she said that the doctor recommends Hoka or OnCloud. She does not think I will need a bigger size since the toe box runs really wide. Footwear…
Anyone in the Sharon Valley/Welsh Hills area have any issues yesterday or last night with break ins or weird activity? We had a random man walk to our house last night at 7pm and then…
I went to my doctor yesterday to have my questions answered for my upcoming August 17t surgery. I was told by week four I should be able to start wearing a sneaker. This is faster…