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Des Moines, IA

I am hoping to avoid surgery to have them removed, but they are affecting my mobility.

March 23, 2017
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Members shared their experiences with foot surgeries for bone spurs and bunions, with some describing significant post-operative pain, long... Read more

Members shared their experiences with foot surgeries for bone spurs and bunions, with some describing significant post-operative pain, long recovery periods in boot casts, and ongoing sensitivity to cold or rainy weather, while others emphasized that every surgery triggered major fibromyalgia flares. Several members strongly encouraged trying orthotics first before considering surgery, with many reporting that custom orthotics have successfully reduced knee and foot pain, improved balance, and allowed them to avoid or delay surgical interventions. A recurring theme was the importance of exhausting all non-invasive options first, losing weight to reduce pressure on the feet, and recognizing that surgery should be a last resort given the potential for complications and flare-ups.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Ummm...no no DanaPals...it won't affect your fibro sweetie, it will, however, be irritable during cold or rainy days. Mine are as I developed arthritis in both my feet. I had a bunionectomy done on my right foot as well. I know everyone is different but, for me, that is the affect I have dealt with from surgeries. I wish you the best of luck my friend! XOXO

March 23, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I haven't had bone spurs in my feet but I have had two bunionectomies, a damaged nerve removed, and a gangliin cyst removed. All four surgeries were done on my right foot and leg. I have two screws and pins holding my Big toe together. The bunion had grown right into the joint and was separating my toe from the joint. That hurt so bad my friend. I had to wear a boot cast for a month. It was difficult, but I'm glad I had the surgeries. God bless you! I'm praying for you! XOXO ♡♥

March 23, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I do not have bone spurs but I have use orthotics since the 1980s. They help with knee and foot pain and improve balance.

April 8, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi Dana,
Keeping in mind that the effect of surgery is different for everyone (and I have had several since being diagnosed 20 yrs ago), I can tell you that every surgery has created a significant fibro flare for me. I have had bilateral foot surgeries for spurs and really wish I had given orthotics more of a chance to help. I'm not saying don't have surgery, because ultimately you may need to go down that road, but you might want to try everything non-invasive first! Just a thought...good luck and take care of yourself!

March 27, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've had a bone spur in my shoulder as well as a torn rotator cuff since 1988. I'm not going to have surgery. Flare ups do indeed occur. Yes, yes! You may be different.

However, a coworker before my retirement did have what you have. Orthotics alleviated the problem. May God bless you with healing whatever you decide.

March 24, 2017

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