Regularly I see posts on here about massage guns.
Regularly I see posts on here about massage guns. I brought one yesterday from GoodGuys. They had $199 on it, I did a cheapest available Google search and Harris Scarf had them at 60%…
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Hello everyone I joined this chat because I honestly have no idea where to go anymore.
Hello everyone I joined this chat because I honestly have no idea where to go anymore. I’ve been to 2 different podiatrist. They both say that I have plantar fasciitis. I’ve had…
I beat PF and did Red light after every stretch and strengthening gym session...Not 100% sold on the red light…
I beat PF and did Red light after every stretch and strengthening gym session...Not 100% sold on the red light but I do think the vibrating floor helps increase blood circulation…
I'm tired of buying sneakers and finding that they irritate my PF.
I'm tired of buying sneakers and finding that they irritate my PF. Does anyone have tried and true recommendations for walking sneakers for a low arch and wide toe box? Shared post…
Things I’ve tried that don’t/didn’t work for me: * XStance insoles * Orthofeet sneakers (they had a 60 day try…
Things I’ve tried that don’t/didn’t work for me: * XStance insoles * Orthofeet sneakers (they had a 60 day try period) * Koprez sleeve (marginally helps for support) Shared post…
⚠️ **Warning: Long post ahead.** ⚠️ So I finally had my MIS procedure (soft tissue correction of the hallux…
⚠️ **Warning: Long post ahead.** ⚠️ So I finally had my MIS procedure (soft tissue correction of the hallux valgus) in London, UK. Today I'm writing this for anyone who is thinking…
I had bunion surgery 3 years ago.
I had bunion surgery 3 years ago. My pain and recovery had been tough. Finally went back to the doctor to discover my big toe joint is full of arthritis. We've tried…
5.5 weeks post-op.
5.5 weeks post-op. Progressing in physical therapy. In addition to the usual toe mobility and balancing exercises, I did heel to toe walking on a straight line, zig zag lateral crab…
Weird question...Did any one's bunion repair cause a tailors bunion, make one more noticeable, or cause it to…
Weird question...Did any one's bunion repair cause a tailors bunion, make one more noticeable, or cause it to be painful when it didn't bother them before? Ever since my surgery the…
Hi I am one week post op and saw the doctor yesterday.
Hi I am one week post op and saw the doctor yesterday. He was very pleased with my progress. Minimal swelling We have scheduled the left foot for 3 weeks from now. . . Has anyone had…
Hello everyone, I’m 3 weeks post op and am starting to look for sandals.
Hello everyone, I’m 3 weeks post op and am starting to look for sandals. For those of you who wore Birkenstocks after surgery, did you get the wide ones (width D)? Shared post Jill…
About a month ago, I could barely stand or walk because of severe heel pain.
About a month ago, I could barely stand or walk because of severe heel pain. It started as what I thought was muscle strain in the middle of my foot, but eventually the pain became so…
Anyone else on medicade and had an MRI?
Anyone else on medicade and had an MRI? I’m wondering if that is why the doctor I was seeing didn’t want to order one.. I’ve been reading how doctors are only reimbursed for 1/3 of…
I made a discovery I had to come tell yall.
I made a discovery I had to come tell yall. I got this rolly thing for when I was having bad restless legs, I used it last night and tonight before I came to work and my foot pain has…
I have been dealing with a heel spur and plantar fasciitis for approximately a year .
I have been dealing with a heel spur and plantar fasciitis for approximately a year . I had shockwave therapy , took anti inflammatory medication , magnesium glyciante at night had a…
26 hours post op. He did put in 2 screws. No pain yet. Is it going to hit?? Shared post Judy Lodico Salerno…
26 hours post op. He did put in 2 screws. No pain yet. Is it going to hit?? Shared post Judy Lodico Salerno Surgery 7Am tomorrow! Doctor said it would be 70 to 80% better which I am…
Hi. I just joined. I’ve had 1 previous bunionectomies on my left foot (2 surgeries on my right foot) via the…
Hi. I just joined. I’ve had 1 previous bunionectomies on my left foot (2 surgeries on my right foot) via the shaving of the bone. I have RA and the bunions grew back. Next month I’m…
When did yall quit limping and started walking fairly normal and at regular speed?
When did yall quit limping and started walking fairly normal and at regular speed? Shared post MotivatedEagle5343 I’ve had multiple surgeries in the past year, including Lapidus…
Is this a callus, corn, or something else?
Is this a callus, corn, or something else? The white is where the acid pads were. No photo description available. Shared post Chris Leeder Big toe pain Happens on both feet, more so…
Has anyo e tried Kuru shoes?
Has anyo e tried Kuru shoes? Thank you in advance Shared post Vito Rullo Hello everyone I joined this chat because I honestly have no idea where to go anymore. I’ve been to 2…
I have to wear safety shoes at work.
I have to wear safety shoes at work. Slip proof and composite toe can anyone suggest good ones for PF Shared post Ricci Christine I believe I saw comments in the group that ASICS tend…
Urgent Hello! Have any of you or your friends gone through severe foot burning and heel pain for a prolonged…
Urgent Hello! Have any of you or your friends gone through severe foot burning and heel pain for a prolonged period? This is for a friend who is going through this issue for over 2…
Our ancestors wore simple footwear made from local nature items like plant leaves, tree bark, and animal skin.
Our ancestors wore simple footwear made from local nature items like plant leaves, tree bark, and animal skin. Ancient people in warm places went barefoot or wore light sandals…
Hello! My 11 year old daughter will be getting bunion surgery on her left foot. She is in constant pain, so…
Hello! My 11 year old daughter will be getting bunion surgery on her left foot. She is in constant pain, so it’s the next step. My question is: because she is younger, and very…
Afternoon foot peeps!
Afternoon foot peeps! I’ll be 6wks post-op tmrw. I had my 5th pt session this morning. As usual, the edema massage felt wonderful 😴. My therapist directly massaged my incision as…
Annie Lennox was right, because if 🎶sweet dreams are made of this, and who am I to disagree?🎶 😅 I'm sitting at…
Annie Lennox was right, because if 🎶sweet dreams are made of this, and who am I to disagree?🎶 😅 I'm sitting at around 5 1/2 weeks post-op... from MIS bunion surgery, and today was…
So tired of the swelling.
So tired of the swelling. I'm almost 8 months post op from Ossiofiber bunion surgery and have tried everything from PT, ice, elevation, compression socks, scar tape, spiky ball…
I’m nearly 4 months post op and still can’t fit into any of my old trainers - has anyone else experienced this?
I’m nearly 4 months post op and still can’t fit into any of my old trainers - has anyone else experienced this? Shared post Louise Yogini Day 32 post-op. Just had my first physical…
Hi..new here ..my podiatrist suggests bunion, tailor bunion and hammertoe surgery.
Hi..new here ..my podiatrist suggests bunion, tailor bunion and hammertoe surgery. I dont have pain specifically in any if those areas but because if them (at least in part)i have…
I had bunion surgery about 3 years ago.
I had bunion surgery about 3 years ago. I developed a bone spur where the bunion was almost immediately. I will have to have another surgery at some point. At the time of my surgery a…