So today I went to see a podiatrist .
So today I went to see a podiatrist . I got a Cortizone prednisone, lidocaine combined shot in my heel.. Heall pain is caused by severe bruising from plantar  fascist in my arch…
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My plantar fasciitis finally healed after 2 years!
My plantar fasciitis finally healed after 2 years! For those that healed or gotten much better, do you do any maintenance so it doesn't come back again? Edited: the changes I made…
I’ve dealt with PF on and off for about 6 years.
I’ve dealt with PF on and off for about 6 years. Started out minimal and got steadily worse. Starting in 2025, it was to the point where I was hobbling. I tried hamstring stretches…
Just left my week 7 appointment!
Just left my week 7 appointment! I can finally start to walk flat footed with a little weight (will continue using walker) and begin limited PT. My swelling and pain is virtually non…
Surgery was Friday, Sept 4th and doing well but experiencing arch pain but no stitches there.
Surgery was Friday, Sept 4th and doing well but experiencing arch pain but no stitches there. Anyone else dealing with the same pain? Esp big toe seems to jerk at the end of the day…
So I went to fleet feet and the girl there says that brooks 8 wide and brooks regular size 8.5 are “sister…
So I went to fleet feet and the girl there says that brooks 8 wide and brooks regular size 8.5 are “sister sizes” and on my digital profile both my feet measure 7.5, I have worn size…
Shoe Recommendation for Severe Bunion - cushioned/extra wide Good Day, My mother and I have a trip coming up -…
Shoe Recommendation for Severe Bunion - cushioned/extra wide Good Day, My mother and I have a trip coming up - it will involve quite a bit of walking. My mother has a MASSIVE bunion…
I’ve been wearing OOFOS flip-flops everywhere.
I’ve been wearing OOFOS flip-flops everywhere. It provides cushion so I can even get out of bed first thing in the am without wanting to scream. I am about to have to walk up a…
Question re post surgery.
Question re post surgery. I have had both bunions operated on. I need advice re arch supports, is it best to see a podiatrist or an orthepidist and basically which is the best to see…
people with fat pads that have moved or move around what do you do for pain?
people with fat pads that have moved or move around what do you do for pain? The fat pads have moved more towards the toes so I can't bend my toes properly when walking or sitting. So…
How to stop pain on the little toe joint outside of the foot and under the little toe?
How to stop pain on the little toe joint outside of the foot and under the little toe? This starting after walking in slightly narrower shoes eventhough I had no pain while walking…
Help! I just don't know where to turn. I am suffering from intense foot pain. A little about me. I am 66 years…
Help! I just don't know where to turn. I am suffering from intense foot pain. A little about me. I am 66 years old. I work 3-4 days a week as a cook. I am on my feet for 8 hours a…
Surgery was Friday, Sept 4th and doing well but experiencing arch pain but no stitches there.
Surgery was Friday, Sept 4th and doing well but experiencing arch pain but no stitches there. Anyone else dealing with the same pain? Esp big toe seems to jerk at the end of the day…
Hi guys! I’m new to this group and don’t have typical bunions. I believe I have tailor bunions because I have…
Hi guys! I’m new to this group and don’t have typical bunions. I believe I have tailor bunions because I have painful bones that stick out on the outside of my feet and my pinky toes…
Has anyone gone to see a sport physician after a referral for bone oedema and the child has been in pain for…
Has anyone gone to see a sport physician after a referral for bone oedema and the child has been in pain for 10 weeks to be told that young females seem that their brain overreacts to…
I'm so confused and stressed about whether or not to have surgery.
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…
Got these today are they any good have it 2 months now right foot , sketchers arch fit , I have sketchers…
Got these today are they any good have it 2 months now right foot , sketchers arch fit , I have sketchers trainers with support insoles I put in , they are good for me, I’m fed up of…
Can anyone recommend slippers to wear, as I work from home and need something comfy to wear -not flip flops or…
Can anyone recommend slippers to wear, as I work from home and need something comfy to wear -not flip flops or sandal type as I'm likely to trip over my mini dachsund as shes always…
Went to my heel hurting now that went away now my arches hurt and I’m having a hard time using insoles they…
Went to my heel hurting now that went away now my arches hurt and I’m having a hard time using insoles they flare up my feet any advice group? I’m desperate for relief
General suggestion: could people specify whether they have flat feet or high arches, etc., and give more…
General suggestion: could people specify whether they have flat feet or high arches, etc., and give more specific info with suggestions, especially about shoes and insoles. I have…
The Good Feet Store....Follow up from my last post.
The Good Feet Store....Follow up from my last post. Went in today for my adjustment. I know they are full of $hit. I know their sales tactics are extreme. But I did like the science…
I could use some advice, I started getting pain in my heel about 2 months ago.
I could use some advice, I started getting pain in my heel about 2 months ago. It got so bad I ended up seeing a doctor and he said I have plantar fasciitis in my heel and the bottom…
Thank you for letting me in the group.
Thank you for letting me in the group. I had a plantar fasciatomy on Oct 7th 2025 and developed numbness and pain at 2 weeks postop. It has been 11 months and NOTHING has been done to…
Hello. I know there are lots of posts with people talking about the best insoles that they have tried and/or…
Hello. I know there are lots of posts with people talking about the best insoles that they have tried and/or love. My question is a bit more specific and i cannot find a post with my…
Question for those of you who say you’d never do this surgery again because recovery was much harder than…
Question for those of you who say you’d never do this surgery again because recovery was much harder than expected… What was the alternative for you? I’m struggling with the “pay now…
ok so i am now 5 months out from my open plantar fasciotomy.
ok so i am now 5 months out from my open plantar fasciotomy. I hate to say this, but I have intense heel soreness when I walk still. It's kind of terrifyin. Anyone else have this…
I’ve had my first cortisone injection today is it normal to be a lot of pain ?
I’ve had my first cortisone injection today is it normal to be a lot of pain ? Shared post Patty Bell I’m so tired and frustrated by this constant pain. Started in May and I can’t…
Worst doctor visit ever this morning!!!
Worst doctor visit ever this morning!!! I just want to vent. I should have known it was gonna be bad when they called me yesterday to tell me my appointment was at 8 am this morning…
Has anyone had surgery to help with Plantar Fasciitis specifically?
Has anyone had surgery to help with Plantar Fasciitis specifically? Shared post So Arre Has anybody experienced nerve pain all over their foot and up the calf after receiving a…
I’ve had Plantar Fasciitis since last year beginning on one foot, then the other.
I’ve had Plantar Fasciitis since last year beginning on one foot, then the other. It’s been better since then but my left foot (the one that started later) is still painful when I…