For the last several months I've had an ache deep in my right foot when I walk or after I run or dance (but not during those last two activities - odd, but ok). The location of the pain was elusive... it seemed like it was kind of in my ankle area, but more under the ankle... and since I hadn't experienced any foot or ankle injuries within the last year or so, I was a bit baffled. After meeting with my doctor, getting 3 x-rays on my ankle, and waiting the inevitable 2 months for a "new patient time slot" with a podiatrist, I now know the cause of my pain...
It turns out that I have a "chip" in my subtalar joint, which is right below the ankle joint. And, well, it can't be fixed. Fortunately, though, the pain isn't so unbearable (yet) that it prevents me from walking, running, dancing, etc. - it's just a bit annoying. The doctor suggested that orthotics could relieve the pressure in that area when I walk so I'll most likely have some custom made for me (Orthotics is such a sexy word, isn't it? Not.). I also received a cortisone shot directly into my joint and supposedly this could relieve the pain for several months or it could do absolutely nothing for it. I just got the shot yesterday, though, and apparently the pain of getting the shot lingers for 24 hours or so and as of now I am not pain-free in that area... but I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it works! It's so much fun getting old...
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Yeah, but I'll always be older than you so you've that lovely thought to keep you smiling. I have similar issues in both shoulders and the days I work my shoulders it about kills me. I'm just afraid if I go to the doctor he will say I need surgery. It really only hurts when I workout so I'm not going to sweat it until it becomes a daily thing. Maybe you should get a personal masseuse to rub your legs and feet when you feel the need.
Turtle
Dude...go see a doctor that has a better response than "there is nothing we can do."
That is BS. There is always something that could be done.
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