Calcaneal Osteotomy Revision
I had a flat foot reconstruction 11 months ago which included the calcaneal osteotomy. Since about 6 months post op, I’ve been walking on the outside of my foot. Im also having new pain in the top and lateral (outside) part of my foot. I had recent MRI, CT scan and several x rays which do not indicate what’s causing this new pain. I got a cortisone shot 2 months ago that was inserted in my joints, which provided temporary relief, so my surgeon thinks my pain is joint related due to change in gait mechanics (even though there is nothing in any of my scans to indicate joint related issues). I saw my surgeon yesterday and at this point he recommends shifting my heel back slightly to help correct the heel alignment and prevent me from walking on the outside of my foot. He said he can’t guarantee the pains I’m experiencing will resolve since he is not exactly sure what the issue is. I am devastated to have to go through surgery again, to have undiagnosed pain that may not even go away after another surgery, and to end up having multiple surgeries down the line from constant foot issues.
My surgery 11 months ago was supposed to rid me of my foot problems (chronic PTTD pain) but instead I feel like I’m in a worse place. This is significantly impacting my physical and emotional health and I feel so depressed and down. I can’t have the surgery anytime soon so for now my surgeon recommends reverse orthotics (called Arch Rival) that may help. He also suggested an ASO brace. I hate to have to go back into a brace.
Has anyone else gone through a similar experience? Did a revision surgery help or create further problems? Any words of encouragement are much needed. Thank you.