Comments on: 5 Years of walking without a limp!

By: bariumdose

bariumdose — Sat, 23 Jul 2005 19:24:09 +0000

Thanks for the detailed description of your foot saga. Right now, I’m suffering from a recurrence of plantar fasciitis, which came after a year of suffering from posterior tibial tendonitis and then a bout of metatarsal pain. One of my last podiatrists suggested I consider the implant, but at the time I was still a hard-core proponent of orthotics. Now as I nurse my heel – I’m a runner and weight-trainer type – I’m starting to reconsider going through with the implant. However, I am scared, especially after reading about your experience. It’s been at least 5 years since the implant was approved for use, so I’m hoping that all the uncertainties and kinks have been worked out of the thingy. Please post any updates on your condition and let us know what to expect post-op.

By: Gina

Gina — Fri, 24 Sep 2004 17:22:14 +0000

My doctor is also recommending the subtalar MBA implant surgery, in addition to a bunionectomy, in order to prevent the bunion from recurring. Although my bunion pain is not severe, it is a daily occurance. Sooner or later I will have to have surgery so I am thinking, why wait. I will be 28 this year. Any thoughts. Thank you!

By: Ajay

Ajay — Thu, 09 Sep 2004 23:49:42 +0000

I’m going through something similar so I can appreciate your writeup. My podiatrist suggested the MBA implant to me, so I was intrigued to see this post when reading your website for the java on BeOS post. I have soreness in my ankle that’s almost completely controlled by a topical cream and a knee that continues to pop out of its socket. I’m now trying physical therapy to see if that makes a difference first. Thanks for describing what the MBA implant feels like. Your post really makes me realize how bad it can get and I’m glad I don’t have to experience a 10 on the Varner scale.