Frieberg's disease
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I have recently been diagnosed with frieberg's disease bilaterally in both 2nd metatarsals. I am having trouble finding good information about this. so far I have seen two primary care physicians, two podiatrist and two orthopaedic surgeons all with very differing views. the initial PCP prescribed meloxicam and Vicodin. the second PCP took me off the Vicodin and replaced it with gabapentin. the 1st podiatrist gave me a series of steroid injections and said if these didn't help she would fuse the joint. the second podiatrist wanted to do a surgery that involves putting an implant cap over the metatarsal head. the first orthopaedic surgeon said the operations were very complicated and i should hold off as long as possible as there was a good chance the operation would not be successful. the second orthopaedic surgeon( the head guy at the best hospital) billed me 1400 dollars for 5 minutes of his time in which he told me he didn't think surgery would be my best option as they simply would not work for someone my size. I am a 6'6 300 lb man.
I have been given several different orthotics. I am currently taking gabapentin and meloxicam and neither are providing any relief. I work on my feet 8 hours a day and at this point finding new work is not practical as I am highly compensated and have great benefits where I currently work and have no skill set that could apply to sit down work
I am living in constant pain and I am scared that I won't be able to keep providing for my family much longer.
has anyone else dealt with this? I don't know which set of Drs. to believe.
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priya456 govi77
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Freiberg's disease is rare condition that primarily affects the second or third metatarsal. Although people of all ages can be affected by this condition, Freiberg's disease is most commonly diagnosed during adolescence through the second decade of life. Common signs and symptoms include pain and stiffness in the front of the foot, which often leads to a limp.