Coping With Brachymetatarsia

This section is a place to share stories about Coping With Brachymetatarsia

Below are entries of those who have already shared their stories. We hope that you find their experiences helpful to your own situation.

You may also Help others by sharing your story.

To quickly access health information from your website's browser, download
Healthcommunities.com's healthchannels toolbar.

January 2010

so I’m not alone :) - by Aurora - (Wed, Jan 20 2010)
I am 29 and have it in my left foot. Up until now I totally thought I was the only one and so did most of the people I know. I though have never had a problem with showing it off. I grew up in san diego and wearing shoes all the time was never an option. I found that most people really arent freaked out about it. [more..]
Beware - by Nina - (Fri, Jan 08 2010)
I too have a 4th short toe on my left foot and always covered my feet with shoes and sneakers in the dead of summer. But I had surgery in which an external fixtator was inserted in my foot and this was suppose to extend the bone. [more..]
Freedom from shame - by S.M - (Thu, Jan 07 2010)
Wow! like many of you out there with Brachy I was ashamed and very embrassed from age 8 to present age 43, however I recently had my bunions removed on both of my feet which I believe helps my feet look a whole lot better than they did. [more..]

Archives:

The submissions from our site visitors do not reflect the opinion of Healthcommunities.com, Inc. (HC). The Content of HC's sites is intended for informational and educational purposes only, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. HC does not provide medical advice. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you've read on an HC website. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider regarding any medical question or condition. (See also: Website Disclaimer)