Hello All! It's been a while since I've posted; I went back to work yesterday after being out 6 weeks for the 2nd bunion surgery. All has gone extremely well but I have a question regarding orthodics. My dr. has told me that he wants me to consider them. His nurse explained it to me briefly but all I remember her saying was they are not covered by insurance and she quoted me $350.00!!! (I'm not sure if that's for 1 or a pair). A friend told me to go to a drugstore and pick up Dr Scholl inserts. Any suggestions? Thanks again to all who have given me excellent advice during my 2 surgerys.

Hi,

The $350 for custom orthotics is most probably for a pair.

If you want to try over-the -counter inserts, I would pass on Dr. Scholl's and try Spenco orthotics. They are well padded and have plastic which is moldable by dipping the orthotic into boiling water. They go for around $25.

Ron

Hi,

The $350 for custom orthotics is most probably for a pair.

If you want to try over-the -counter inserts, I would pass on Dr. Scholl's and try Spenco orthotics. They are well padded and have plastic which is moldable by dipping the orthotic into boiling water. They go for around $25.

Ron

Ron, thanks for the info. After I posted I searched other posts and found some info as well. I want to try the inserts but I also don't want to "undo" all the good work the dr has done. The surgerys have gone very well but I'm not ready to do them again-at least not for another 50 years. Thanks again.

I read somewhere (don't recall where) orthodics are needed post surgery to avoid a returning bunion. I was unaware of this then as this happened to my foot-post surgical changes ie: shift was noted on exray (taken for other issue) It was also evident visually.

The left was done in 89, no PT followed (had work & school). There is a change, a slight bunion forming w/big toe turning in. A roomy toebox is important. It may seem expensive now, but if you don't get them the bunion may return, then, what would the point of corrective surgery be?

Orthodics should be formed to "new" feet post surgery. If one foot at a time is done, ask the Ortho. what he would suggest. Orthodics are different from inserts. They are taylored to your foot and helps keep other foot problems at bay maintaining function. They are a worthy investment.
Take Care, G
ps: I have found foot care and dental care are as important as annual physicals. When problems in those areas surface it can have a snowball effect.

Nothing beats a custom fit. Go with the orthodics. I had a heel spur and tried every insert out there. None of them helped. I had shots and each one I had was less effective. I was getting desperate as being on my feet is my job. I got the orthodics from a podiatrist. It took about 6 months but then there was almost a 100% improvement. It did take time to get used to them, but once I did I am never without them. I paid $350 for them.

Check your insurance; every plan is different. Mine paid for about 80 percent of my orthotics.

hi! it's been a while since I've been on the boards, I want to thank all of you who replied regarding orthodics; since my post I had another visit with the dr. I asked what people who could not afford the $350 would do; he then showed me another type for $45 a pair, he said to try them but if I didn't feel comfortable than I should go for the $350 pair. With all the comments I think I'll be going for the $350. It has taken me almost 45 years!!! to be rid of the ugly, painful bunions and I really don't want to go through this again. Both surgeries were a success I really haven't much to complain. I am so thrilled! When I look at my feet I can't believe they are both straight. Again thanks to all!

My Husband Had His Fitted Before Surgery And They Came In After...about 5 Weeks After Surgery.......it Takes Time Etting Used To Them........but They Help You Walk Correctly Also. His Were Paid By Insurance............

It's a good investment and they last a long time. If you get 10 years out of them, that's $35 a year. Most people spend more than that on lottery tickets.

Good For You huhhoney! Between all the visits and medications, just think of all the money you will save in the future by getting the orthodics now :) Feel Well, Gemi

Hello All! It's been a while since I've posted; I went back to work yesterday after being out 6 weeks for the 2nd bunion surgery. All has gone extremely well but I have a question regarding orthodics. My dr. has told me that he wants me to consider them. His nurse explained it to me briefly but all I remember her saying was they are not covered by insurance and she quoted me $350.00!!! (I'm not sure if that's for 1 or a pair). A friend told me to go to a drugstore and pick up Dr Scholl inserts. Any suggestions? Thanks again to all who have given me excellent advice during my 2 surgerys.

HI there

The custom orthotics I agree are expensive, I had to wait along time before I got them because insurance usually most anyway does not cover them, but mine finally did woohoo, They are 350 dollars a pair and once you get used to them its hard not to have them, I love them, although I will say the first few weeks with them It took awhile to get used to and its like starting out with them so many hours a day and then pretty soon you are with them all day kinda thing.
I highly recommend them if you can get them custom made, but if you can not afford them like so many of us can not if they are not covered on insurance than there are other brands like the Dr Scholls that may help until you can get them.
Good Luck
Karrie

i bought some from www.footcushion.com and i love it, its the same as you get from the doc except i did not have to pay the docs visit fee and its cheeper and feels awesome