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Arthrodesis

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Grannyjacq1 Fri 19-Jun-26 13:52:58

I have just had a steroid injection and fluid removal from a ganglion cyst on top of my big toe joint. I have severe arthritis in that joint and have had arthrodesis- fusion of bones - recommended. Has anyone on Gransnet had this op and, if so, is it worth all the weeks of inactivity afterwards? Any real benefit? Currently I'm very active, walk a lot and do exercise classes. Discomfort rather than pain. Just worried what would happen in the future if I declined the op. I'm mid 70s.

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teabagwoman Fri 19-Jun-26 16:00:50

I didn’t get any pain in my big toe joint but the toe was moving over, squashing my other toes and causing intractable and very painful corns. I had it and three other toes straightened and fused. I had to hop, using a walking frame, for 6 weeks which was very difficult but it was well worth it. I’d say go for it, it won’t get any easier as you get older.

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Lona Fri 19-Jun-26 16:39:13

I've had my big toe straightened to relieve arthritis. I had to wear a special shoe for about 6 weeks. I can only wear flat shoes but such a relief from the pain, well worth it I think.

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Elusivebutterfly Fri 19-Jun-26 18:28:30

Grannyjacq1 Did you see your GP for your cyst? I was told it was not something they dealt with.

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Grannyjacq1 Tue 23-Jun-26 18:41:41

I saw a podiatrist privately when informed of a 48 week wait to see someone. But the op if I decide on it can be done on NHS.

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