I finally saw a dr today after years of pain.
I finally saw a dr today after years of pain. She was great! She said the anatomy of my foot is “rare”. That I carry my weight on the outside of my foot which makes the area on the…
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When did you walk normally again?
When did you walk normally again? I’m 4 weeks post MIS bilateral bunion surgery and am really having trouble walking heel to toe again. Just trying to get a sense of what’s normal at…
My doctor told me not to wear my normal inserts(store bought but good $50 ones recommended from my…
My doctor told me not to wear my normal inserts(store bought but good $50 ones recommended from my podiatrist)that Ive always worn for years,before due to you feet being different…
So what does this mean plate loosening???
So what does this mean plate loosening??? Has this stuff in the description happen to any of you? Also has this happened to any of you and did you get hardware removal? Is it really a…
Today is the day.....
Today is the day..... I hope..... to finally be pain free. 10 mos post op. Getting hardware removed. Surgeon (different one that did the original) said she is 99% sure this will…
Just had this foot surgery.
Just had this foot surgery. Tibiotalacalcaneal fusion, been in cast for 6 weeks and another 6 weeks in moon boot. Been a real challenge being non weight bearing, especially as last…
10 week post op appointment update I had a 10 week post appointment after having a revision surgery that…
10 week post op appointment update I had a 10 week post appointment after having a revision surgery that included a revision heel slide osteotomy, revision triplane osteotomy of the…
I had an appointment today the burning sensation has became insane.
I had an appointment today the burning sensation has became insane. It has begun when I ain't even on my feet and when I'm driving pushing on the gas. I have bunions on both feet but…
Destination Bunion (& Hammertoe) Surgery We have had patients come in to have their feet fixed from almost 40…
Destination Bunion (& Hammertoe) Surgery We have had patients come in to have their feet fixed from almost 40 states!! Looking to help people from all 50 states! If you’re from…
Just had surgery yesterday.I was trying to move around the house on my knee scooter.
Just had surgery yesterday.I was trying to move around the house on my knee scooter. My husband had to go into work. I lost my balance and started falling. I put down my foot to catch…
When did you walk barefoot after MIS bunion surgery?
When did you walk barefoot after MIS bunion surgery? I have been allowed to return to a regular supportive shoe, but I don’t see anything about walking barefoot in my post op…
I was finally, able to have my revision surgery in may after a 1&1/2 year of pain from my original…
I was finally, able to have my revision surgery in may after a 1&1/2 year of pain from my original lapolaplasty December 2024. I was in a boot of and on for 9 months due to pain! Look…
10 days postop. Had my appointment with my podiatrist today and was fitted for a boot. My initial thought was…
10 days postop. Had my appointment with my podiatrist today and was fitted for a boot. My initial thought was that it looks worse however, my doctor ensured me that I was healing…
If I have 2nd toe capsulitis what things have helped people.
If I have 2nd toe capsulitis what things have helped people. Had it 2 weeks. Feels like I'm walking on a marble. It's not morton's neuroma. It's the exact location of capsulitis right…
Round one complete.
Round one complete. Left the hospital at the 10:30 AM this morning. As of now, the nerve block has mostly held out and it I had a mix of general with it. Have some tingling (I have…
Anyone have both feet operated on at the same time?
Anyone have both feet operated on at the same time? Monday I go in for surgery for my fourth and fifth toes to be straightened. My fourth toes are claw toes and my fifth toes are…
This is my new favorite find!
This is my new favorite find! These are orthotic walking shoes. They are flat enough to keep your feet in a heeling postion but cushioning enough to feel great. I’ve only been able to…
I’m nearly a year post op now (both feet).
I’m nearly a year post op now (both feet). I have flat feet & can suffer with pain when walking, so looking for recommendations for insoles please. Attached a photo of what I’m…
Almost 2 weeks post op from my full release surgery.
Almost 2 weeks post op from my full release surgery. I have no regrets and I’m so glad I finally did this for myself. My 4 stitches come out Wednesday and I started PT last week. As a…
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…
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…
I'm new to this group and was just diagnosed with hallux limitus.
I'm new to this group and was just diagnosed with hallux limitus. I just picked up my orthotic but its really only for gym shoes and my boots. Can anyone recommend shoes or inserts…
I’ve worn out my walking shoes and New Balance has discontinued them.
I’ve worn out my walking shoes and New Balance has discontinued them. Looking for a VERY rigid sole and rocker bottom. Whatcha got?
Hi all. I'm 10 weeks post op tomorrow. Bunion removal on my right foot. Been in hokas bondi 9 since week 7…
Hi all. I'm 10 weeks post op tomorrow. Bunion removal on my right foot. Been in hokas bondi 9 since week 7. Gradually walking longer distances. I have scar tissue on the arch of my…
Wondering who has had an osteotomy bunionectomy, released with wedge boot with no weight restriction?
Wondering who has had an osteotomy bunionectomy, released with wedge boot with no weight restriction? It's so interesting to see the different surgical protocols. This is my second…
I was told I will have bandages on for 3 weeks.
I was told I will have bandages on for 3 weeks. I will lhave a one weeks check and they will change it. Then a 2 weeks check. I will have a boot after that. Will I be able to get back…
Had ingrown toenail permanent procedure with phenol and both toes done almost 2 months ago.
Had ingrown toenail permanent procedure with phenol and both toes done almost 2 months ago. Now im having foot pain under the big toes in the joint/tissues where it bends, left foot…
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…
Lapidus surgery in August last year then had floating toe so had tendon release and plantar plate repair in…
Lapidus surgery in August last year then had floating toe so had tendon release and plantar plate repair in February of this year. X-rays below: top right original before Lapidus…
Day 3 post-op. Painful!!! But, managed a shower. My torn plantar plate was complicated (totally shorn), so…
Day 3 post-op. Painful!!! But, managed a shower. My torn plantar plate was complicated (totally shorn), so I’ll have a longer recovery than planned- 6 weeks NWB before I get a cam…