Finally bit the bullet and got a neurectomy
After 3 years of discomfort and watching my lifestyle slowly change for the worse to accommodate that stupid little lump, I finally got the surgery. I tried everything under the sun (orthotics, met pads, cut holes in insoles, toe spacers, physical therapy, Shockwave treatment, cryoablation, PRP injections with steroid. If it was listed anywhere as a possible treatment - I did it. Some things helped a little bit but never fully. And while I was never in excruciating pain (could walk barefoot ok sometimes, was pain free in brooks wide shoes and oofos sandals), I couldn't keep my activity level where I wanted it without aggravating both the neuroma and bursitis. I decided I didn't want to just wear the same pair of shoes forever until i die, or be unable to do my favorite physical activity (jump rope).
I was absolutely terrified of surgery, but ultimately decided that the possibility of loving my life again and living to the fullest was worth the risk.
It is day 1 post -op. Surgery was through top of foot, cut end of nerve was stitched into adjacent muscle. Right now foot is still numb from nerve block and I'm just elevating and icing. Will keep updates on healing process - please wish me luck!!