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Yes. Just start with less reps, even one or two to start with is a step in the right direction. It shouldn’t be painful though if it is that could be a sign of something else going on so you should see a sports chiro or your movement doc. Try it and let us know how it goes after two weeks.
I BOUGHT BIRKENSTOCK FOOTWEAR AND IT LITERALLY CHANGED MY LIFE!!!! I stretched as this Dr suggested, but the life changer was the Birkenstock footwear. OMG IT IS COMPLETELY GONE…EVEN THE FEELING OF ME STEPPING ON A CRUMPLED SOCK WENT AWAY!!! Please please try them!!!!
You would want to wait til you get cleared by your surgeon but yes once it is safe for you to strengthen and stretch these are useful for that too. If in doubt ask your surgeon at your visit as I’m not familiar with your case so would hate to give you bad info.
Yes. I have that option on our online schedule. Go to www.ProActiveSF.com to schedule a virtual appointment. My offices are in the SF Bay Area if you’d prefer in person.
Thank you! My pain started 3 days after an all day hike. I have symptoms of both Mortons and metatarsalgia. I have been resting, icing, and massaging with some improvement, and am using ball of foot padding as well. I am hoping these exercises will help. ❤
Thanks for the feedback. The exercises aren't for everyone so definitely listen to your body but Morton's can affect people of all ages so I'm just offering the exercises I see work with our patients. We have a few other videos with different exercises if you want to check those alternatives out.
I used to do all that. Fell out of the tub hit the nerves in my face and neck.my headaches were so bad i had to duck tape my face up. One day I cracked it and then got really pissed and did it again. I heard all these little snaps. Lifted my head up and all the tension from my neck just dlid down . Then my face got numb tll it hit my nose and then it all went back in place. And the best was that my ear drum on the right side doesn't vibrate so i end up yelling and don't realize it. Took me an hour to realize i was able to hear better. Now ill never crack my neck again cause im not going yo mess it up
I just did the exercises. Instant relief. I have a question though. I elevated my legs yesterday, and left the blood pumping into thr feet. And found some relief then as well. Are these two linked
Elevation helps get the inflammation down and strengthening/stretching can accomplish flush that out as well so great combo. In our office I like to combo the exercisers, hands on treatment, elevated legs with the Normatec compression system to further contribute to speedy healing, as that’s commonly used with professional athletes. There probably is someone offering that near you (for like $20-40 a session) if you don’t want to invest in one. amzn.to/4cR6OKb I haven’t spoken about it much on the channel because it is another expense but I should share. Thanks for the question.
That's frustraiting but little lumps feel huge in the foot when you're weight bearing, it may just be too small to feel through the skin. Try to work around it but don't target it. I've actually found this ball works the best for targeting around the neuroma because it has a smaller ball in it: amzn.to/4cwqym0
Yes, work around it but don't target it. I've actually found this ball works the best for targeting around the neuroma because it has a smaller ball in it: amzn.to/4cwqym0
Thank you for the great tips and exercises! Can you do these while the neuroma is flared up / inflamed? I'm nervous exercising / pressuring it while in pain.
Listen to your body. Usually you can when it's inflamed but I've seen cases that are too flared up to do it. If it feels worse when you do it or worse after it's too irritated. Good luck. You might want to try some of our other videos that go through exercises that are a bit more gentle.
@@user-hi8kg1nc6y Yes it does. If you've been doing the exercises for 2-3 weeks and it's not better I'd strongly encourage you to find a good sports chiropractor who can diagnose the alignment of the joints of the foot and ankle as that can also affect it. I'm sorry you're dealing with that.
@@ProActiveChiroThank you so much for responding!!!!!!! I don’t have any pain. I’ve had that feeling for 2 months. That is my only symptom. I’m a poor single mother and I don’t have any money to pay for PT, MRIs, or any other medical services. I have health insurance, but my deductible is $6,600, so forget about any treatment. I’m doing all the exercises and I managed to pay for metatarsal pads and my father bought me a pair of Birkenstock sandals. God I hope this doesn’t progress. Have you ever heard of anyone with a similar situation as mine? Did their situation go away?? TYVM!!!!
True! Thanks for reminding everyone about the importance of strengthening as well. We have lots of videos on strengthening the back and shoulders but stretching is important as well.
Thank you so much for this video. I just had my second adjustment. Both sessions I had headaches that lasted few days but after that I felt great. I had back pain for couple months , after the 1st visit it was gone. I started sleeping better. Now I went for the second session, few hours later I’m having headaches and my body is sore. I hope it gets better.
What usually works for me, before I see my chiropractor, I do a few stretches first and that usually helps. Also drink plenty of water before and after chiropractic care.
@@ProActiveChiro Thanks- at 3:34 you say stretch for 7 seconds then contract for 3 seconds. On the 'contract for 3 second' part, are you back on your heel?
Thanks for the clarification. Yes, contract the back calf for 3 seconds (pushing into the ground a bit harder, then stretch a bit deep each time after). It's a trick to get the muscle to lengthen more quickly.
There isn't a steadfast rule about staying off. Sometimes we have people able to run through the exercises from the beginning. Finding a great provider near you if it's stubborn. Don't give up.
My Morton’s neuroma is very odd. I had it years ago and it disappeared and then it came back this year randomly. I play basketball and I do train a lot but I’m pretty smart with rest when I need to. However, I can still play one or two days a week But I noticed it does aggravated a little bit. It’s like the bubble disappears and then it reappears later in the day. Wondering if I should just take two weeks off of Basketball. Don’t want to though *sigh
It's not uncommon for it to come and go. That's a good time to assess the shoes and if you need custom insoles. We talk about that in another video. Re basketball, it's difficult to tell without an exam but def. don't just push through and keep playing without understanding what is being flared up. Good luck. Keep me posted. Wish I was nearby to do a full exam and put together a solid plan so you don't have to limit your playing each week. Don't give up, it's not permanent.
It’s supposed to recommend this video Doctor Recommended Must Do Test Before Your Next Shoes ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-fCNeMTgFDhs.html We will dig into it. Thanks for bringing it to our attention.
Doctor Recommended Must Do Test Before Your Next Shoes ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-fCNeMTgFDhs.html Here you go. Thanks for pointing it out. We will make it pop up to play next.
Thanks for the feedback. You’re right it’s very helpful for Morton’s and many other foot issues. I have done 3-4 videos on the channel targeting at home tips for Morton’s that complement this video. Let me know what you think of those.
