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Morton's Neuroma

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Granny_Ang
Granny_Ang

I've had foot pain for sixteen years and been told it's arthritis and I had to live with it.After seening two rhuematoligests in two different hospitals,I finally managed to get ultrasound,which proved I had Mortons on both feet. So full of hope of an operation I saw my G.P. today. No op. only injections. I'm so gutted. I thought after all these years I would be pain free and it's not going to happen. sad

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  • gemma67263
    gemma67263 Granny_Ang

    Posted

    Hi,

    I started with pain in February last year out of the blue. I went to the doctor he sent me for an x-Ray nothing showed up and I was still in pain.

    i was then sent for an ultrasound, mri scan still nothing.

    ive seen two different podiatrist and they don't know what's going on. 

    Ive got pain on the top of my foot like a sharp stabbing pain, I've had two injections that might of worked but I'm not sure abouts another.

    i went to the gym from December to May this year and nothing until a few days ago. I'm booked in to see the podiatrist next week.

  • alison71506
    alison71506 Granny_Ang

    Posted

    I have got quite bad Mortons in both feet.  I tried the injections but they made no difference.  I then had cryo-surgery on one foot at a cost of 1500 pounds, had to keep my foot rested for two weeks, and unfortunately it aggravated the condition and ended up making no difference.  I am left with surgery, but have changed all my footwear hoping to avoid if possible.  So far it is working, do get disconfort and occasionally it will flare up and be painful, but general it is fine.  I cannot wear any shoes/socks/tights that put any pressure on my toes and the side of my feet - it it watch this I am fine - so at the moment no surgery.
    • jp66967
      jp66967 alison71506

      Posted

      Cryosurgery, in this context is just a fancy name for yet another type of destruction, which includes lazers, phenol, radiation and others. These are all no more than gimmicks. A precise and exact diagnosis of the anatomical abnormality is the sine qua non for all curative therapy. Morton's neuroma has been used much as a blind guess by people who have no understanding of the problems of the foot, and wish to cover their ignorance.
    • alison71506
      alison71506 jp66967

      Posted

      Well is certainly was a waste of money for me although I have read where people said it was really effective - who knows. I am focusing on decent footwear and looking after my feet - so far so good. Also have been doing yoga and the exercises focus on spreading your toes which reduces the pressure
    • jennywren62
      jennywren62 alison71506

      Posted

      Hi Alison

      I would be interested to know what shoes you find comfortable for your MN? I am trying to find some for the change to summer. My comfy trainers not very suitable for hot days.

      i ve had MN for about a year and am seeing podiatrist for the second time next week. Wondering whether to ask if I can have an injection or just carry on trying to manage the painful condition myself! 

    • wattie1951
      wattie1951 jennywren62

      Posted

      Hi Jenny

      In summer I wear Fit Flops they are really comfortable and don't put pressure on the sides of your feet plus have a lot of cushioning. They also make trainers which I also have. The only other shoes I buy and can wear are Clarkes they have a wider fit and most of their shoes have good padding inside and the price is reasonable.

    • wattie1951
      wattie1951 jennywren62

      Posted

      I had the injections which waste the flesh in the foot - they had no impact on mine at all but I know others for whom it has been successful. If you are ok in trainers Fit Flops will be fine . They are more expensive but worth it.
    • jennywren62
      jennywren62 wattie1951

      Posted

      Hi Wattie

      Thanks for your reply.

      I saw the podiatrist last week. He isn't willing for me to have any injections yet. I have to prove that I have tried everything else first. He gave me some inserts to go under my insoles and said the shoes I was wearing were too flexible. He advised me to get a pair of trainers. I got the trainers but after using the inserts for a week I've given up on them as it was no help. In fact, I found it more painful! I find the Clarks flip flops are comfortable and are great for the summer. Still getting the stabbing pains, pins and needles etc etc. still hoping to try an injection but hope it won't make matters worse.

      jenny

    • mena96533
      mena96533 jp66967

      Posted

      Hello, I would v much like to reach you to find out more about MN.  How can I achieve this please?  Thank you
  • Granny_Ang
    Granny_Ang

    Posted

    I'm having pain on the underside of my feet, where the toes meet the ball of the foot. Also pain in the tips of my toes. I sleep on my front and when the toes touch the mattress I get pressure pain. Still getting a lot of tingling in my feet and toes. Anyone else have these problems? 
    • penelope09654
      penelope09654 Granny_Ang

      Posted

      I think this is rather like my experience. sometimes I suddenly get sharp pains in the tip of my toe ( the 4th? ...before the little toe)  Why?  It goes on for a bit and then dies away gradually.

      Then,  trying to drive is dreadful.  I jiggle around to try to find a place to use the accelerator but nothing works and I have to keep taking foot off pedal. I use the tips of my toes, making use of the shoe, normal ball of foot position and even middle of foot.  Nothing works for more than a few minutes.

       

    • Grimspite
      Grimspite penelope09654

      Posted

      Fortunately my MN was in the left foot, and I changed to an automatic car which meant I was allowed to drive 24 hours after the op. I am feeling rather optimistic about the op at the moment - the shooting pains have gone, and most of the time I'm hardly aware of the foot at all. Apparently it takes 6 months for the swelling to completely subside, by which time we can make a proper evaluation. But right at this moment I'm so glad I had it done. 
    • margaret11268
      margaret11268 Granny_Ang

      Posted

      Yes, these are the problems I have.  Read a previous recent thread that I posted and you'll see the pain I'm having.  I have pain and burning, like you have on the underside of my foot where the toes meet the ball of the foot.  Also pain on the top of the foot where the scar is.  I was awake a lot last night with twinges in the scar area and at present under the foot is burning.  I used Voltarol gel and took ibuprofen eventually to help me get back to sleep.  I do sympathise with you.  I also have tingling in the two toes above where the scar is.  None of this is good.
  • jacksmumjoy
    jacksmumjoy Granny_Ang

    Posted

    I feel so sorry for all of you who suffer from MN!

    Nobody really takes it seriously when you maybe say to someone that you have a sore foot.

    It is much worse than just that.

    I read it is a very common condition but as much of an interest in medicine etc that I have I had never heard of it?

    I actually had surgery last week through private health insurance and am doing okay.

    Basically wont really know for a couple of weeks yet IF it was successful.

    My consultant seemed VERY positive but I'll sit on the bench for the moment.

    Unluckily it was my right foot and even though I have an automatic car cannot drive yet!

    Going back to the initial first meeting with my consultant -He basically took hold of my foot clicked it a couple of times and told me it was definately surgery for me!

    Think he was of the opinion that any of these 'Injections' were just sticking plasters literally and what I have read myself is that they can deplete the padding area inside your foot after a time?

    I did a lot of homework before I took the operation route and if anyone is in real pain because it is real pain I'd push for what you want .

    I know I'm lucky because of insurance but I would gladly have paid for it as walking without constant pain is crucial!

    I also pushed for a proper diagnosis because I knew I was not well and had confirmed I'd cancer two years ago but that's another story!

    We CAN take control of our health and thank goodness for the internet eh?

  • debbie82172
    debbie82172 Granny_Ang

    Posted

    I had alcohol injections in both feet about 6 months ago but were unsuccessful. I had surgery on 11 dec on my left foot and am due the op on my right foot in 2 weeks time. I felt relief straight away but for the last few days have been experiencing some pain but nothing like the chronic pain i ve felt for years.I cannot wait to get my right foot done. Try the injections they might work for you but if they dont try and get the operation, If you keep seeing your consultant i m sure you ll be able to get the op eventually. Dont give up. 
    • Grimspite
      Grimspite debbie82172

      Posted

      It's so good to hear another positive experience on this thread. Injections didn't work for me, so I had my op in March last year, and although the foot will never feel exactly the same again the ghastly pain has gone, and I can walk for miles. Your op is pretty recent, and I had odd pains on and off for several months. They've now all gone. I can also wear all my old shoes again!
    • debbie82172
      debbie82172 Grimspite

      Posted

      Thanks for your reply. Thats good to no. It hasnt been long but because i ve had pain, even though nothing like what it was, i was starting to worry maybe it hadnt worked. You ve put my mind at rest . Thanks.
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