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sshannonuk
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 Posted: 03/04/08 - 19:23 Post subject: terrible results |
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| I had my morton neuroma operation on the 19th October 2007. I am still in pain and do not know what the cause is. I started 2 get better then suddenly 2 weeks ago I was walking slowly and got almighty pain in bottom of my foot. Now unable to walk and on crutches. I am now waiting for a referral back to my consultant. No-one can tell me anythin about what is causing the pain. Hope my consultant can give me an insight, but at last appointment he did not say much. He said my tissue was over reacting. |
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marilynsweden
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| Posted: 03/05/08 - 13:12 Post subject: Morton's Neuroma Surgery |
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I've just finished reading all of these posts. I'm surprised that there are so many of us with this problem.
I've had three surgeries and go in on Friday (March 7, 2008) for my fourth - all in the same spot and within two years. The first one was a "regular" MN, the second a stump neuroma, the third was a vastly expanded MN, that had attached itself to the bottom of my foot. All surgeries were from the top of the foot, but the third one, due to the "aggressive" neuroma attached even to the bottom - ended up being a completely through-the-foot event. This third operation was Oct. 31, 2007.
I've now changed my doctor, even though I must say I like and respect the first doctor. I just thought that now it could be good to see what someone can do. I had an MRI at the end of January that showed a clear MN.
In response to sshannonuk, I wonder if your's might not be a stump neuroma. Mine hurt horribly, and I was just reading that often the stump can be even more painful than the original.
Wishing you all happy pain-free feet! |
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sshannonuk
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| Posted: 03/05/08 - 18:22 Post subject: surgery |
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| The pain I am gettin now is different to the pain I had before the operation in October. When I saw my consultant 6 weeks after the op he couldn't understand why I was gettin pain. The top of my scar was so sensitive to even lightly touch and he thought tissues were over reacting. I feel like I have a knot in the bottom of my foot and also still have sensitivity on the top of foot where scar is. I feel like when i touch the skin, two thin wires are pulling in my toes. Can anyone help me out??? |
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kimzberger
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| Posted: 03/08/08 - 09:39 Post subject: Had successful MN surgery |
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I had surgery to treat MN on 1/29/08 after trying orthotics, cortisone shots, accupunture and lots of Advil for close to a year. I went to an orthopaedic surgeon and I would recommend that route rather than a podiatrist. Do your research and ask lots of questions. I just was not comfortable having nerve surgery in a podiatrist's office.
I was off my feet for about 10 days (used crutches to get around) and lots of ice packs to keep the swelling down. The rehab has been very painful but I am convinced it is what has made this successful.
The rehab involves rubbing your foot around the neuroma sight. Initially, on the bottom of your foot until the stitches come out and then you do both sides. Your foot is horribly buised so this is NOT fun but very necessary as you must de-sensitize the nerve. You should do this about 4-5 times per day for about 5 minutes each session.
My massage therapist also suggested using a tennis ball or golf ball and rolling your foot around on it. This is a good one to do when you are on the phone or watching TV.
I am about 6 weeks out from surgery and walking fine. I still use the orthotics in most of my closed toe shoes and I expect to use them in my golf shoes for the rest of my life. I am slowly starting to be able to wear more of my shoes but no heals yet. I plan to wait a few more weeks for that. I'm not doing too much exercising right now and am going on a golf trip next week so that will be a nice test for my foot.
The brusing is gone and I had a follow up Dr. visit yesterday and he said to keep rubbing my foot especially on top and especially where it is still a bit sensitive (or tingly). He said this is what keeps down the risk of what is called a stump neuroma and based on what he described, I don't even want to go there.
I am glad I had it done! |
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CHACHI1000
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| Posted: 05/05/08 - 14:25 Post subject: MORTON'S NEUROMA SURGERY |
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Hello,
I am scheduled to get my morton's neuroma removed next Wednesday, I'm nervous, but feel it is my only option after trying the cortisone and alcohol injections...I will let you know how it goes.
Scott
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