Altra Paradigm 8..wide toe box.
Altra Paradigm 8..wide toe box.
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Hi I’m new to the group.
Hi I’m new to the group. I’m in the UK and I’m 60. Had no problems with my feet until I had my right hip replaced in 2017 and my arthritis in my big toe started to grow because of my…
I haven't been doing feet exercises and my bunion is starting to cross over.
I haven't been doing feet exercises and my bunion is starting to cross over. I believe the mild discomfort I am having is the rubbing between the two toes. I just put the cotton that…
Hi, thanks for adding me to the group.
Hi, thanks for adding me to the group. I'm 62 and have had bunions since I was in my teens , which I understand are hereditary, however I have now developed tailors bunions on both…
Hi folks, new here.
Hi folks, new here. Thanks for the add. I'm a 68 yr old ex pro ballerina with flat feet. Yes, no arch! Lol I've been wearing orthotics for decades and I'm still under the care of my…
Exercises I have bunions and functional flat feet Can you please tell me some exercises that your podiatrist…
Exercises I have bunions and functional flat feet Can you please tell me some exercises that your podiatrist or therapist has given? I lost the sheet like gave me Do these exercises…
Foot Care High Heel Shoes Flat Foot Arch Support Cushion Pad Orthopedic Honeycomb Gel Foot Pad High Heels…
Foot Care High Heel Shoes Flat Foot Arch Support Cushion Pad Orthopedic Honeycomb Gel Foot Pad High Heels Sandals Metatarsal Adhesive Shoe Insole Pad 0:00 / 0:43
Hi, for those who use customised insole in your shoes , does it mean you have to give up wearing other sandals…
Hi, for those who use customised insole in your shoes , does it mean you have to give up wearing other sandals / shoes that do not have the customised insole ? For context , I have…
Firm area in central foot between my finger points?
Firm area in central foot between my finger points? not the arch but it's extremely sore to walk in my orthotics. It's not prominent or firm on the right foot. Any ideas??
Compression and icing the ball of my feet has help with my metatarsalgia pain a lot can’t wait to see the foot…
Compression and icing the ball of my feet has help with my metatarsalgia pain a lot can’t wait to see the foot doctor tomorrow to see what other alternatives we have ou
Your body has the wisdom to heal itself.
Your body has the wisdom to heal itself. In this class, I’ll show you how to ease knee stress and find comfort with simple movements. Whether it’s a lunge, kneeling, or side-to-side…
Hello thank you for adding me to the group.
Hello thank you for adding me to the group. I have been to at least 8 doctors and had 3 different physical therapist work on my big toe. 10 years. I have had dry needling done I have…
In my previous post I mentioned that I used Diagnostic Static Evaluation to determine if and how I could…
In my previous post I mentioned that I used Diagnostic Static Evaluation to determine if and how I could increase ROM in ankle dorsiflexion using manual release. When determining if…
I'm new to this group and was just diagnosed with hallux limitus.
I'm new to this group and was just diagnosed with hallux limitus. I just picked up my orthotic but its really only for gym shoes and my boots. Can anyone recommend shoes or inserts…
I’ve worn out my walking shoes and New Balance has discontinued them.
I’ve worn out my walking shoes and New Balance has discontinued them. Looking for a VERY rigid sole and rocker bottom. Whatcha got?
Shoe recommendation Hey everyone!
Shoe recommendation Hey everyone! 6 weeks post op and I finally got the ok to wear tennis shoes. I bought some new HOKAs and got them wide but my foot is still too swollen to fit. My…
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 my…
By far best shoe for HR, esp paired w powerstep inserts.
By far best shoe for HR, esp paired w powerstep inserts. I like them way better than hoka although the toe box is a little bit more narrow. REI.COM New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v9…
Had my 6w post op appt today after my scarf and akin osteotomies.
Had my 6w post op appt today after my scarf and akin osteotomies. I was cleared to wear my Hoka Infiniti sandals and go back to the gym. No lunges or anything that flexed the big toe…
Hope this is okay to post I’m selling my Hoka Clifton 10 x-wide
Hope this is okay to post I’m selling my Hoka Clifton 10 x-wide
Hi all. I'm 10 weeks post op tomorrow. Bunion removal on my right foot. Been in hokas bondi 9 since week 7…
Hi all. I'm 10 weeks post op tomorrow. Bunion removal on my right foot. Been in hokas bondi 9 since week 7. Gradually walking longer distances. I have scar tissue on the arch of my…
Ugh. At my 3 week appointment my Dr said I could wear tennis shoes. Ya right, it hurt way too bad. I ordered…
Ugh. At my 3 week appointment my Dr said I could wear tennis shoes. Ya right, it hurt way too bad. I ordered wide shoes and tried again tonight since Wednesday will be 5 weeks. Nope…
I've had fungal nail for years- although never been diagnosed - I've just put up with it.
I've had fungal nail for years- although never been diagnosed - I've just put up with it. For the last oh 6 months my big toe which has fungal nail in it - in my opinion - is…
My swelling is getting out of control seriously considering getting an appointment tomorrow
My swelling is getting out of control seriously considering getting an appointment tomorrow
Five weeks post op and healing well!
Five weeks post op and healing well! Still dealing with some swelling but pain is minimal.
I got MIS surgery in December 2025 but I think my left foot bunion is coming back.
I got MIS surgery in December 2025 but I think my left foot bunion is coming back. Has this happened to anyone else? Do you think that is a bunion forming on my left foot or is it…
What’s everyone doing for swelling?
What’s everyone doing for swelling? I’m almost 4 months post op and don’t want to be wearing knee high compression socks all summer
Today I had an appointment to see a different Doctor about my delayed/non union from my bunion surgery.
Today I had an appointment to see a different Doctor about my delayed/non union from my bunion surgery. Everyone in the office was so friendly. The Doctor was around my age. He was so…
How much was it to get the test to see if you have toenail fungus or nail psoriasis?
How much was it to get the test to see if you have toenail fungus or nail psoriasis? Was it covered by your insurance? Did you go to a podiatrist or a dermatologist? Thinking of…
Hi everyone! So this group has not given me any hope at all I WILL NOT TAKE ORAL MEDS DO NOT SUGGEST THEM. So…
Hi everyone! So this group has not given me any hope at all I WILL NOT TAKE ORAL MEDS DO NOT SUGGEST THEM. So I've decided to just get all of my toenails permanently removed. Has…