Just a quick question.
Just a quick question. People of have had this decades and the anxiety of ‘will or is it going to get worse’. But ended up remaining stable because its actually just your structure…
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So post op my big toe seems to be squished to and under my 2nd toe where as preop they were normal distance.
So post op my big toe seems to be squished to and under my 2nd toe where as preop they were normal distance. My left big toe is also a little sideways and partially tucked under the…
What are the best shoes to get that arch support and are wide?
What are the best shoes to get that arch support and are wide?
I've had bunions for about 3 years but haven't actually been to see a doctor about them.
I've had bunions for about 3 years but haven't actually been to see a doctor about them. The last year they've been painful and my arches, ankles and shins are achy. My right arch…
Hi all, I've had sore feet for as long as I can remember.
Hi all, I've had sore feet for as long as I can remember. I'm 55 and a primary school teacher, active and live walking with my dog. The last few months have been agony even when my…
I’m curious if this is typical?
I’m curious if this is typical? Or commiseration. I’ve had multiple injuries to just my right foot over the years. After battling PF heel pain for 2 1/2 years I had partial PF…
Flatfoot Deformity is one of the most common structural foot conditions affecting Lancaster County residents…
Flatfoot Deformity is one of the most common structural foot conditions affecting Lancaster County residents across every age group — and one of the most frequently misunderstood in…
Hi. I’m new to the group. I’m 34yo. I just had a flat foot reconstruction with a tendon transfer on…
Hi. I’m new to the group. I’m 34yo. I just had a flat foot reconstruction with a tendon transfer on 11/21/2025. Tonight is 12/01/2025 and about 80-85% if not more of my foot is still…
Those of you with hypermobile feet, pretty severe bunins as well as flat feet Help -which procedure did you go…
Those of you with hypermobile feet, pretty severe bunins as well as flat feet Help -which procedure did you go with?? I have seen two different Dr's. Both with great reviews..
Wondering if anyone has gone back for hardware removal after several years?
Wondering if anyone has gone back for hardware removal after several years? I had my original surgery 3 years ago (Lapidus) and have three titanium screws. I have always been able to…
Officially 4 weeks PO today.
Officially 4 weeks PO today. I've been able to wear sandals comfortably but today I am finally able to wear tennis shoes comfortably as well. These are ASICS. Minimally Invasive…
The podiatrist said I had really flat feet.
The podiatrist said I had really flat feet. She prescribed me Brooks with hard inserts. I wore them for two months and developed gait on top of pf. I just broke out my old flat flip…
I wanted to share this with y’all because it was a very eye-opening watch.
I wanted to share this with y’all because it was a very eye-opening watch. I’ve started to walk barefoot for over a month now, have practiced arch and calf strengthening exercises…
What are the best options for sneakers to wear around the house/ run errands?
What are the best options for sneakers to wear around the house/ run errands? I have flat feet, Morton’s toe, and plantar fasciitis. My MIL has suggested orthofeet and have been…
I have had foot pain for 2 years and nothing seems to help but certain shoes definitely make it worse and all…
I have had foot pain for 2 years and nothing seems to help but certain shoes definitely make it worse and all inserts feel like a marble under my arch and then make all my pain worse…
Day 1 post op (Scarf and Akin osteotomy) and feeling great.
Day 1 post op (Scarf and Akin osteotomy) and feeling great. No pain at all but taking every pain med they are offering in the hospital. Had full body wash this morning and changed out…
Hello? I have pain in my heal and arch and a lot of swelling around my ankle. I have pain while standing and…
Hello? I have pain in my heal and arch and a lot of swelling around my ankle. I have pain while standing and walking but I also get pain in my arch that is intense when I first get…
Did anyone else get plantar fasciitis symptoms post surgery?
Did anyone else get plantar fasciitis symptoms post surgery? My left foot doesn’t have symptoms and I did not have surgery on that foot.
Has anyone with a similar combination of bunion + plantar plate pain+ PTTD/flatfoot had success with prolonged…
Has anyone with a similar combination of bunion + plantar plate pain+ PTTD/flatfoot had success with prolonged conservative treatment? Did repeated periods in a walking boot…
Today was my second time seeing a foot doctor about my heel pain.
Today was my second time seeing a foot doctor about my heel pain. First one I went to was in my room for 5 minutes, barely touched my foot, no x-ray… just said yup it’s plantar…
Okay, I need some advice or at least some hope.
Okay, I need some advice or at least some hope. I have been dealing on and off with PF for 5 years. As of about a year now it is unbearable. I also now get extreme shooting pains in…
Hi everyone. I'm due to have bunion surgery at the end of July, and I'm starting to feel quite anxious about…
Hi everyone. I'm due to have bunion surgery at the end of July, and I'm starting to feel quite anxious about it. From the initial conversation I had with the surgeon over six months…
I’m reaching out for 2 reasons.
I’m reaching out for 2 reasons. I have flat feet, post tib tendon disfuction. Currently I am waiting for orthotics I am wearing power step OTC orthotics not substantial. I have tried…
Foot pain for a decade or more now.
Foot pain for a decade or more now. Almost 24/7. Idk what’s wrong. Orthotics aren’t helping after wearing for a year and a half. Will try again but I’m not confident it will solve the…
I have TERRIBLE stabbing pain on the top of my left foot.
I have TERRIBLE stabbing pain on the top of my left foot. I have a flat foot and pronate. I have done cortisone shots, boot, brace, orthotics, creams, soaks, massages, kinesiology…
Ordered new custom orthotics for my horrifically flat feet .
Ordered new custom orthotics for my horrifically flat feet . I’ve been waiting 7 weeks ……… they took moulds of my feet and then they were sent from uk to Australia where they r made…
Those of you with high arches: any recommendations for walking shoes with proper arch support?
Those of you with high arches: any recommendations for walking shoes with proper arch support? I’m trying to avoid paying for custom inserts again. Any brands with proper built-in…
I have worn BIrkenstocks for years.
I have worn BIrkenstocks for years. And even after getting PF in my left foot from overuse from taking on a new activity and trying to do it 3x per week to 6 days per week because I…
These will work well when just taking a few steps around the house.
These will work well when just taking a few steps around the house. Great arch support and soft and comfy AMAZON.CA ERGOfoot Orthopedic Slippers with Arch Support, Slide slippers…
Hi. Are there any Tailor's Bunion people out there with orthotics/insoles that actually helped? What type were…
Hi. Are there any Tailor's Bunion people out there with orthotics/insoles that actually helped? What type were they - was arch support needed? Any recommendations or advice…