tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6472556603919485287.post239347029192433336..comments2023-06-07T07:59:33.547-04:00Comments on Foot Talk Elkhart Indiana: A Success Story!Dr. Timothy Quisthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15108999515545491434noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6472556603919485287.post-49663455809197164002014-04-06T18:11:37.821-04:002014-04-06T18:11:37.821-04:00Unfortunately, sometimes injections do not give th...Unfortunately, sometimes injections do not give the amount of relief from symptoms that is desired. You did say you had improvement, so that is good! Only you can decide if the amount of discomfort you're having following the injections is enough to warrant additional treatment. <br /><br />Regarding the alcohol injections, I have done them, and have had some success, although I have not found them to be as consistently effective as other treatment options, at least in my hands. For those who may not know, alcohol injections are done in a series of up to 7 injections into the nerve. The alcohol is supposed to destroy the nerve permanently, thereby eliminating pain. I have also found that insurance coverage for this procedure is not universal, so you'll want to check with your insurance company beforehand so you'll know who's paying for the procedure. Finally, these injections tend to burn a bit more than cortisone injections - certainly not something that's excruciating, but I feel it's always nice to know what you're getting into. Good luck!Dr. Timothy Quisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15108999515545491434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6472556603919485287.post-86755221300222297402014-04-02T16:12:37.702-04:002014-04-02T16:12:37.702-04:00Thanks so much for the reply. I really do appreci...Thanks so much for the reply. I really do appreciate your time. I am battling a MN between my 3rd and 4th toe as well as one right under my big toe. That one causes the whole ball of my foot to burn. <br /><br />I was able to play hockey this morning but should I be totally pain free after the 2 cortisone injections? I am not in pain as much as I still can slightly feel some of the prior symptoms. Am I just being impatient? I really thought that I wouldn't feel anything after the injections. <br /><br />My main goal is to avoid surgery but I'm not holding out much hope. As soon as I can no longer skate I am doing it. <br /><br />One last question. Is it worth trying the alcohol injections first? I'm a major wimp when it comes to shots but a bigger wimp with scalpels. <br /><br />Sorry to be so long winded but these things are a major PITA. <br /><br />Thanks againAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6472556603919485287.post-80501200799686274402014-04-01T18:53:19.601-04:002014-04-01T18:53:19.601-04:00This is not typical following an injection. It is...This is not typical following an injection. It is possible that the needle irritated the nerve. I would suspect that the tingling feelings you are having will gradually go away over the coming days. Let your doctor know if this is not the case.Dr. Timothy Quisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15108999515545491434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6472556603919485287.post-92169405537591508042014-03-31T14:26:00.177-04:002014-03-31T14:26:00.177-04:00Hi
I had 2 cortisone shots in my right foot for 2...Hi<br /><br />I had 2 cortisone shots in my right foot for 2 different MNs about 72 hours ago. While I am not experiencing pain, I am having a tingling feeling when I put pressure on the foot. Is this normal since it has not been that long since I had the injections and will it go away soon?<br /><br />Thank youAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6472556603919485287.post-88746908464074087152014-02-09T11:17:59.019-05:002014-02-09T11:17:59.019-05:00Thankfully, the pain so far has not returned in my...Thankfully, the pain so far has not returned in my case. Dr. Timothy Quisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15108999515545491434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6472556603919485287.post-26975529934231401702014-02-04T17:48:20.636-05:002014-02-04T17:48:20.636-05:00I just saw a reply in the previous post saying tha...I just saw a reply in the previous post saying that the symptoms did not return! Congrats.<br /><br />I have to say, I really thank you for being a service to the community. The effort you are taking to reply to everyone's comments is very commendable. Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14129271646783717471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6472556603919485287.post-42363824933429126652014-02-04T15:06:30.380-05:002014-02-04T15:06:30.380-05:00Hi Doctor
I just saw your post, in the two years s...Hi Doctor<br />I just saw your post, in the two years since then, has the pain returned and what happened?<br /><br />Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14129271646783717471noreply@blogger.com