Good post. I just had surgery for my neuroma and all I can say is that it was the best thing I ever did other than my hip replacement. I am NOT a big fan of surgery, but I realized life is to short to live with the pain and the constant aggravation of having to deal with "band aid" remedies to fix the problem.

The surgery for the neuroma is fairly simple and not complicated, however, it still is a surgery and not to be taken lightly. That being said, I was back on the bike in 4 weeks. Apparently I heal very quickly but I waited 1 more week just to be sure. I could have ridden in 3 weeks. I wore the boot for 3 weeks. Its a nuisance but not that bad. I took it off while I sat and walked flatfooted around the house. I could drive in it as well.

It is MY opinion that if the neuroma is bad enough, just do the surgery and be done with it. I now ride pain free and it is wonderful.

Feel free to contact me if you want some additional information.