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I broke the ball of my foot 2 years ago. gives me pain all the time. had cortisone shots. i wore a walking cam for 4 months. still no relief! help!
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See foot specialist: I am not sure why you received cortisone shots for a broken foot. Cortisone adversely affects bone healing.
Answered 4/20/2013
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Fractures: Have you had an MRI to see if you have a non union or very least new x-ray . Orthotics may be a great help in pain reduction . See your doc.
Answered 6/10/2014
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