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I have a lady in her 30's who is having severe problems with her feet.
GP - had xray done, revealed only a calc spur. He then referred her to me
Symptoms were highly suggestive of neuroma b/f so i referred for US.
US reveals 3 mortons neuroma - just a little smaller than 1cmx1cmx1cm. Also bursitis and synovitis. Radiographer recommending MRI
Personally i feel her pain cannot be managed with orthotic therapy and footwear adjustments ( or should i say i wouldnt be confident doing so) So i need to refer her somewhere.
Im new to Australia and have no idea of good surgeons etc. She is in Brisbane so recommendations would be good please.
I was also led to believe that a dorsal excision is the way to go as opposed to plantar. Is this true?
If i refer to a podiatry surgeon in Australia is it purely private or covered by medicare? Would she have to pay for an MRI if one is required.
Thanks for your help in advance. This lady is in extreme pain.
many thanks
Rebecca
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