Going for a 2nd opinion tomorrow.
Going for a 2nd opinion tomorrow. Been dealing with this for 2+ years and trying to avoid surgery if at all possible. This office also does Shockwave therapy. Thoughts? Wish me luck
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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
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Do alot of yall only have pain in the heel?
Do alot of yall only have pain in the heel? Not the arch at all. Edit to say..... my doctor made me start physical therapy because the pain after my surgery is still intense. I hate…
I'm now almost 4 mo post plantar fasciotomy surgery: at 3 mo everything had been feeling great for about six…
I'm now almost 4 mo post plantar fasciotomy surgery: at 3 mo everything had been feeling great for about six weeks - I stand at work (teacher), go square dancing a couple times a…
This would be a very severe case, but Dr.
This would be a very severe case, but Dr. Staschiak said it is a fairly accurate image of what PF looks like when tissues become calcified. Chronic Plantar Fasciosis. He said this is…
***edited***Thank you for the add.
***edited***Thank you for the add. I'm looking for ideas. I do intend to see a Dr as soon as I can afford it. Over the last few months my feet hurt so bad. Left more than right but…
Has anyone else had pain in their ball of foot, between big and second toe?
Has anyone else had pain in their ball of foot, between big and second toe? I am thinking my bunions (tailor and regular) are throwing off the stability in my foot, they are not…
Last October, I had minimally invasive bunion surgery with two pins and a plantar plate repair.
Last October, I had minimally invasive bunion surgery with two pins and a plantar plate repair. One pin had to come out about 6 months later because it was pushing against the side of…
Have had burning feet for quite some time now, along with painful feet.
Have had burning feet for quite some time now, along with painful feet. We own a wedding venue and on wedding days I am on my feet a lot. I found some shoes that felt comfortable but…
I’m honestly am at such a loss at this point.
I’m honestly am at such a loss at this point. Back in December I got Metatarsalgia type pain in both my feet, and then started to get heel pain. Tried orthotics, and they weren’t of…
Hello, I've been suffering with severe and debilitating chronic pain in the ball of each foot for almost two…
Hello, I've been suffering with severe and debilitating chronic pain in the ball of each foot for almost two years now. After seeing 12 podiatrists, the conclusion has been that my…
UPDATE... been to Northwich foot clinic, feeling very positive, got insoles with wedges attached after…
UPDATE... been to Northwich foot clinic, feeling very positive, got insoles with wedges attached after watching myself walk I can understand why the bursa is not getting better I've…
Hi, I am a little desperate for good shoes and am so confused… I have just been diagnosed w/ Plantar Fasciitis…
Hi, I am a little desperate for good shoes and am so confused… I have just been diagnosed w/ Plantar Fasciitis and my Podiatrist along with other Healthcare professionals have told me…
Hi all. I have just been diagnosed with plantar faciitus. I have flat feet so was wondering which slippers and…
Hi all. I have just been diagnosed with plantar faciitus. I have flat feet so was wondering which slippers and shoes you would all recommend. Im doing the physio exercises alongside too
Shock wave therapy post I’m sure this has been posted a number of times but I just thought I’d ask!
Shock wave therapy post I’m sure this has been posted a number of times but I just thought I’d ask! Iv been referred for shockwave therapy and wanted peoples opinions on it, did it…
Anyone with flat feet able to wear zero drop shoes and walk barefoot?
Anyone with flat feet able to wear zero drop shoes and walk barefoot? If so, any advice? Thank you
I’m wondering if there are other people on here with hyper mobility.
I’m wondering if there are other people on here with hyper mobility. Not formally diagnosed with EDS but my PCP suspects it. Wait time with geneticist is years. I know treatments can…
Multiple foot conditions at 35: neuropathy, PF and arthritis
Does anybody suffer from Peripheral Neuropathy and Plantar Fasciitis I suffer from both also arthritis and is the worse not being able to get up mostly on my right foot is in pain im…
Community poll: what caused your plantar fasciitis?
Taking a poll......what do you think caused your PF?
could not get a pedicure for a long time with Fascia tear we are 1 month post-op to Tenax surgery n this…
could not get a pedicure for a long time with Fascia tear we are 1 month post-op to Tenax surgery n this happens nothing like having mini blades for an ingrown toenail have not had a…
Chronic foot pain journey: ten years of searching for relief
long post ahead but please read I have had chronic foot pain for ten years. I’m 25 and started noticing it at 16 when i got my first job (only worked 2 hour shifts). I have seen MANY…
Foot pain diagnosis confusion: neuropathy or something else?
Frustrating dr apt yesterday foot dr says I think it's a nerve issue I think you have neuropathy. I say isn't that when your feet are numb and it's pins and needles? Because I don't…
Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs: stuck on finding relief
Thanks for letting me join.. I been fighting plantar fasciitis heel spurs finally went to the doctor I had a ingrown toenail omg the pain was so bad about died. Now I’m afraid to go…
Bilateral plantar fascia release: pre-surgery questions
Has anyone on here ever had plantar fascia release surgery on both feet at the same time? I’m scheduled for that on Tuesday and would like to hear any advice on what to expect pain…
Nerve pain after bunion surgery: seeking second opinion
I’m new to the group and so glad I found it. Thank you all for sharing your experiences. I have nerve damage in my foot. Horrible life altering constant pain. This surfaced after…
Plantar fasciitis with high arches: getting back to activity
Hi everyone! About me I’m 54, obese and a former marathon runner (17 marathons, one ultra). My arches are high and I under pronate. Actually, considering, I’m surprised it’s taken…
Plantar fasciitis: custom orthotics or store-bought inserts?
Has anyone ditched their custom orthotics and had better luck with other store bought insert like steppers or Dr schools or others ? My custom seem to cause more pain to my left foot…
Plantar fasciitis: last attempts after tried everything else
I have tried literally almost everything to help heal my feet from plantar fasciitis. I had 3 steroid injections 2 of them worked temporarily. I have done PT, gone through multiple…
Fallen arches and plantar fasciitis: understanding the link
I began thinking that maybe my arch had dropped because I've always had high arches. I did some research and found this: A dropping arch is directly linked to plantar fasciitis. As…
Managing plantar fasciitis with fallen arches and heel spurs
Here is my story. I have PF in both feet for over a year now. According to my physical therapist, I have fallen arches and I have tendinitis. He said when I walk, my arches collapse!…
Softwave therapy for plantar fasciitis: progress update
Reporting back on softwave therapy progress & on surviving Disney today. After my last trip to the podiatrist, I left with a boot to rest my foot in, and paperwork for a handicap…
Products mentioned
| Name in the archive | Discussions | Read the context |
|---|---|---|
| Hoka | 114 | |
| Brooks | 84 | |
| Oofos | 73 | |
| orthotics | 67 | |
| Altra | 43 | |
| Birkenstock | 38 | |
| orthotic insoles | 33 | |
| Asics | 30 |