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I am so sorry you are dealing with such bad pain right now. I think if i were you I would evaluate how much you can tolerate and go for the way that would get rid of as much pain. Even if that means surgery. I have had minor back pain for years and it gets worse during pregnancy so I can somewhat relate. But mine is no where near yours. I hope that you make the right decision and know we are all here to support you!!
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God Bless you BL. I hope your pain subsides soon. Chronic pain is not a fun thing to go through. I think going for a second opinion would be wise.
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Hey Bl, sorry to hear you are suffering so much. I do understand, my RA is out of control right now. However, if there is even a chance the surgery could help, it may be worth it to stop the pain. Is it possible your other orthotics were not fit properly? Be sure that you are sitting down when they mold your feet, I've had them do it with me standing up before and they never fit right when done that way. I've been wearing orthotics since I was 10 so I've went through many a pair! Hugs and love
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I so sympathize!
#265461 - 05/25/06 05:44 AM
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I'm sorry you're in so much pain, and I sympathize. I have terrible feet as well. I have already had 1 large bursa removed (I'm 30) and I'm waiting for bunion removal, both feet, both by the big toe and the little toe. I know what it is like to not be able to walk. I have to live in Burkenstocks, not able to wear runners, boots, anything but Burkie's. It has prevented me from continuing my cardio-kick boxing aerobics, and lots of other stuff. I'm so sorry that surgery is your only option too. Do you wear specific footwear? If you haven't yet, see what a footwear specialist recommends in the meantime. My Burkie's have saved my life and my feet. Take care, keep your feet up!!
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IBS A 20+ years, Chronic Migraines, Chiari Malformation (decompressed June 22, 2010), Brachial Neuritis, and ??? the list just keeps growing, but I'm still shiny side up! 
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#265463 - 05/25/06 06:26 AM
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BL
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Thank you for your response. I am sorry you are having problems with your feet too. It really does cramp your lifestyle! There are not a lot of activities you can do without walking/standing.
I only wear New Balance athletic shoes, recommended to me by the footwear specialist in the orthopedist's office. I've had 2 pair of custom orthodics made, but both have made my feet (and back) worse.
No cute summer sandals for me---which is depressing. I'm so jealous of women who can wear those. I'd love to paint my toenails and show them off.
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Tommy
#265465 - 05/25/06 06:31 AM
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BL
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Thank you for your sweet response. I have been to many doctors. This one is supposedly one of the best specialists in the Southeast. He is a consultant for Major League Baseball. They bring him in to figure out what to do when these players, who make millions of dollars, have foot pain.
Everyone tells me I'm extremely lucky to be under his care. I got into see him last year before he stopped taking new patients.
After seeing many doctors over the years, I do think he's one of the best. And you know what? He looks just like Jim Carey! (which makes me laugh everytime he comes into the examing room.)
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#265471 - 05/25/06 06:36 AM
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I hear so many people, like you, who say orthodics have helped them, but I've had 2 pair of custom ones, and neither one have helped. In fact, they have made my pain worse.
The specialist just made an adjustment to this last pair I got because my back was hurting when wearing them. But that hasn't helped. She says they do change your gait which can affect your spine/back.
This pair was not made with a mold, like the last pair I had. They measured my feet (and the pressure points when I walk) on a computer!
$450 ----and they are killing my back! The doctor says I have to wear them after surgery to keep my foot in the correct position---or I will stretch out that plantar fascitis muscle again.
I just wore them for 15 minutes (sitting down, watching tv)---and my lower back is now throbbing.
UGHHHHHHHH!!!!!!! I told my husband to just take me out in the backyard and shoot me!
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#265473 - 05/25/06 06:38 AM
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Thank you, Angela. People who've never had back pain cannot understand how horrible it can be. I'm sorry yours bothers you when you are pregnant. By the way, how is your pregnancy going? I am so excited for you!
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#265476 - 05/25/06 06:43 AM
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BL
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I am afraid this is nerve-related. If it is, there is not a lot the doctors can do for the pain.
When I see the back doctor Tuesday, I am going to talk to him about this. He did a nerve conduction test last year and at that time, I did not have nerve damage, but now I'm feeling pain in my left calf which scares me. So he may want to repeat that test before I have surgery on my feet.
We'll see....
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Bless your heart! You are so young to have had so much trouble with your back. I'm glad that you found a doctor that could help you.
I have seen many doctors and I think this one is one of the best (see my post to Tommy). When I saw him earlier this week, he did mention acupuncture as a possible solution, and my back doctor has also mentioned that. I am going to talk to him more about that on Tuesday.
In the past, I would've scoffed at something unconventional like that, but I'm ready to try anything to relieve the pain.
Thanks for your suggestions!
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