Has anyone here had the orthotripsy therapy for heel pain?
Has anyone here had the orthotripsy therapy for heel pain? What was your experience? Did it help? Did insurance cover it? Pam Alexander Working with flat feet, severe pronation…
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Fun Fact: Plantar Fasciitis can be brought on by pregnancy I was finally able to see the podiatrist today and…
Fun Fact: Plantar Fasciitis can be brought on by pregnancy I was finally able to see the podiatrist today and was surprised when I mentioned having a baby that I tote upstairs at…
I have had plantar fascitis for 10 months now, which was diagnosed by ultrasound by my podiatrist.
I have had plantar fascitis for 10 months now, which was diagnosed by ultrasound by my podiatrist. The majority of my pain is felt in the arch with occasional heel pain, which I know…
My podiatrist discharged me as a patient, told me there was nothing else he could do for me after I got a…
My podiatrist discharged me as a patient, told me there was nothing else he could do for me after I got a EMG/NCV test done, was told to follow up with my primary for an MRI and…
I have had PF for 2 1/2 months.
I have had PF for 2 1/2 months. Terrible pain in both heels. Tried to treat myself and that didn't work so, I went to podiatrist. He did x-rays and it showed heel spurs and he said my…
I took a BIG chance.
I took a BIG chance. I bought boots I’ve eyeing for several months online. I wasn’t sure if I was going to need to size up but the size said 8-8.5 and I’m usually an 8W. Luckily, they…
Question, has anyone gone through similar experience, i am on 9 months of pf in my left foot, recent MRI shows…
Question, has anyone gone through similar experience, i am on 9 months of pf in my left foot, recent MRI shows small tear. I have been wearing Hoka Bondi 9 which helped from the…
What percentage of people with Plantar Fasciitis, return to their normal lifestyle too soon?
What percentage of people with Plantar Fasciitis, return to their normal lifestyle too soon? This is the question I've been researching recently. I've read so many stories of those…
Started having some bad heel pain in Feb .
Started having some bad heel pain in Feb . Went to Dr. He did some test and XRays and said looks like I have a small PF. He said there will be pain and sent me on my way. QUESTION…
I’m working in kitchens and cleaning and mostly on my feet all day is this making my plantar fasciitis worse.
I’m working in kitchens and cleaning and mostly on my feet all day is this making my plantar fasciitis worse. When I have my three days I am normal
Just want to share with people in case it can help someone.
Just want to share with people in case it can help someone. I’ve been dealing with PF since 2024. The past 6 months or so I have a lot of leg pain from the knee down. Kept thinking it…
Hi Everyone, I am 28 years old and had an endoscopic plantar fasciotomy in September 2025.
Hi Everyone, I am 28 years old and had an endoscopic plantar fasciotomy in September 2025. I had relief after the surgery but in February of this year began to experience pain again…
Omg the pain!! Does anyone else have so much pain? I’m in absolute agony
Omg the pain!! Does anyone else have so much pain? I’m in absolute agony
I'm for real at a loss with this heel pain, its really depressing I've gotten to the point where I dont even…
I'm for real at a loss with this heel pain, its really depressing I've gotten to the point where I dont even want to drink bc I know ill have to get up to pee. Literally the pain is…
Today my podiatrist started this treatment with 2 sticks and sends electrodes but doesn’t hurt.
Today my podiatrist started this treatment with 2 sticks and sends electrodes but doesn’t hurt. He called it “arthro” something anyone know exact name Lloyd Paul Anyone able to give…
I had revision surgery 8 weeks ago which included akin osteotomy removing hardware from previous mtp fusion.
I had revision surgery 8 weeks ago which included akin osteotomy removing hardware from previous mtp fusion. Plus hammertoe arthrodesis toes 3/4. I prior had plantar plate…
What’s your favorite shoe/ sneakers you wear for plantar fasciitis.
What’s your favorite shoe/ sneakers you wear for plantar fasciitis. Thanks
Are there ANY really CUTE sandals and shoes for PF?
Are there ANY really CUTE sandals and shoes for PF? Not ones that look like orthotic shoes?
2 weeks since unbandaging- bottom right was this morning.
2 weeks since unbandaging- bottom right was this morning. Good progress, I think. At least reduced purple quotient. (MIS bunionectomy, plantar plate repair & fusion in 2nd MT which…
2 week update on plantar fasciitis surgery on both feet and peroneal tendinitis on right foot.
2 week update on plantar fasciitis surgery on both feet and peroneal tendinitis on right foot. It’s been 2 weeks now and I still can’t walk more than a couple steps. Thankfully I had…
UpDate: it’s been 2 weeks since my surgery And I promised I would give an update throughout my recovery so…
UpDate: it’s been 2 weeks since my surgery And I promised I would give an update throughout my recovery so here we go.  I got my stitches out yesterday it was painless, I am in a…
When I was in the middle of my painful journey this group helped me so much!
When I was in the middle of my painful journey this group helped me so much! But I mainly saw posts about how nothing was working etc. I solved my problems with surgery. I had a…
UPDATE: 28 days post-surgery update.
UPDATE: 28 days post-surgery update. I had open surgery to release the plantar fascia in both feet on June 13. Photo #1 is 4 days post-op. Photos #2&3 are today. Photo #4 … proof I’m…
Hey everyone! I’m 36 and joined this group a while ago but never really posted. After dealing with plantar…
Hey everyone! I’m 36 and joined this group a while ago but never really posted. After dealing with plantar fasciitis for so long and trying pretty much everything, I finally had…
4 months post surgery and you guys were right.
4 months post surgery and you guys were right. It’s a slow recovery! Tarsal tunnel and plantar fascia release. Finally back lifting heavier weights in the gym, using a treadmill and…
Hi guys! I just wanted to come share my story, I know I was always looking for these posts. I had the plantar…
Hi guys! I just wanted to come share my story, I know I was always looking for these posts. I had the plantar fascia release surgery,and oh my goodness I’m so glad I did!! I wish so…
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
Any suggestions what I can do to help Mum with a crossover toe?
Any suggestions what I can do to help Mum with a crossover toe? She is 83 so surgery won’t be an option. It’s the 2nd toe crossing over the big. TIA
I’m trying to find a shoe that I can wear without the bottom on my heel hurting.
I’m trying to find a shoe that I can wear without the bottom on my heel hurting. The backs have to be soft because I have a Pump Bump on the back of ny heel. So in addition to my PF…