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Try a Fender Deluxe Tone Master. That is what I am using these days and it solves all the issues of dealing with tube amps. I still love my Deville but for gigs the tone master is way more convenient.

I did have the feeling of a ball under my foot before surgery, but after surgery it was gone. I hope your recovery goes well.

@@richardhartman1114 I thought so. Hope all is well!!

@@adamscastle6222 you guys sound great, I'm doing good, keep up the great playing.

@@richardhartman1114 Thanks man, being in this band is a lot of fun!

@@richardhartman1114Thanks! It’s West Akron Fadeaway

Orthopedic Surgeon. I am feeling great these days! I am a heavy hiker, I average about 10K steps a day. I am very conscious about proper footwear because I have extra wide feet. And it is not easy to find shoes that carry extra wide, but I finally found a few companies that do that work for me. I think my foot issue was likely caused from wearing shoes that were not wide enough.

@@adamscastle6222 That's great to hear. I believe my MN was caused by the same issue. I recently purchased wide shoes from Samual Hubbard and they have been working pretty well. What brands have worked for you?

You should wait till you get out of your boot first. Hang in there. Hope the surgery went well.

Injections offer temporary relief but they do not correct the issue. I had one injection and it lasted a few weeks. Then the pain came back even worse. This is when I knew I needed the surgery because nothing else was working. For me the surgery was worth it because I could not stand the pain any longer. I hike alot, like 5 miles a day. And I'm so happy to be back on my feet without pain. I hope the best for you.

Glad you enjoyed it!

Hey thanks for the reply! Are you getting the cubital surgery on one arm? I don’t know how to avoid future nerve surgeries. I’ve had five nerve surgeries total. You could say it’s getting on my nerves! But if you have a nerve issue somewhere that doesn’t always mean you will have more nerve issues. Just see your doctor once a year and have them keep an eye on things. That said, my surgeries were all successful. And most people have the same success especially when it’s caught early. For those who prolong the surgery, it gets more risky. You will be happy when your surgery and recovery is over. I’m glad that you liked my videos!

@@adamscastle6222 Okay, thank you very much for the response…. To answer your question I am getting it done on my left arm (Fretting side). My doctor basically said the same thing as you in that it’s better to have it done before there is permanent damage. I was curious to see if your Doctor had any reasons to why you have had multiple nerve problems (anatomy, specific activities…etc)

@@johnjobin7694 There isn't any clear reason why some people have more nerve issues than others. If guitar playing caused carpal or cubital tunnel, then every guitarists would have those disorders. But that is not the case. My suggestion is to not to overthink the future. You may never have a nerve issue again. And if you do, you can get it addressed quickly. Either way it won't stop you from pursuing your goals.

I am much better these days. I am hiking alot. I just did a 12 mile hike in the Dolly Sods WV, but that is close to my limit. You can gradually increase activity as time passes. Your foot will let you know if it’s too much. Just set some small goals. Take some small walks. Do some light stretching. Main thing is to use it regularly so you can regain strength and range of motion without pain. It takes time so be patient and don’t let a setback keep you down.

Sorry it took me a while to reply. Are you doing better now? It takes longer for the nerve to heal than it does for the skin and muscle. The recovery period is tough, but it does get better over time. Hang in there!

@adamscastle6222 thanks Adam! It's a been about 7 weeks. Making some slow progress. Back to wearing normal shoes. A little tightness, a bit achy, some numbers mainly. No limping, which is nice. Hoping you are ok!

@@michaelreisman5695 Glad to hear that there is some improvement. Its a slow process at first, but getting back into normal shoes again is a big step. I am doing well, I just did a 12 mile hike in the Dolly Sods Wilderness, WV and it went really well.

Thanks. The worst part was that it disturbed my sleep. Then I had to do something.

​@@adamscastle6222hi,how's it now,is surgery a good option ? As I have seen people saying that neuroma builds back.😢

@@akkuverma2328 Surgery was a good option for me. I do a lot of hiking, almost 5 miles a day. And I have not had any issues.

I didn’t use a walking boot. I just walked using my heel most of the time, trying to keep pressure off of the front the foot.

@@adamscastle6222 my doc gave me a walking boot after 4 weeks and a surgical shoe to drive but I feel pain when I put some pressure towards the front on my balls of my foot

@@pzazzera you would expect some pain in the area where the surgery was, it’s probably still healing. It takes a while to heal because the nerves were cut, and nerves are unpredictable. As long as you are seeing gradual improvements then that is the right direction. Certainly talk with your doctor if the pain gets worse.

@@adamscastle6222 thanks buddy I’ll keep you posted

@@pzazzerahow many weeks did it take to be back to "normal"?

Sure, its MXR circa early 80's

@@adamscastle6222 Thx, amazing sound you have... sadly this vintage pedal is extremely expensive now...

@@extremefabi Thanks for the compliment! Somebody actually gave it to me, long time ago.

Sorry to hear that. Sounds like you tried all of the conservative treatments already. I am sure some people had bad experiences with the surgery. But their experience is not going to be yours, each situation is unique. I will say the longer a person who needs surgery puts off, the worse the neuroma will get. I suggest talking with a good orthopedic surgeon (not a podiatrist) and discuss your options before making a decision. I'm not saying having surgery is an easy decision or that you need it. But if your doctor says you need it then your options are deal with the pain or have the surgery. For me the pain was too much and I opted for the surgery. Again, every situation is unique, talk with your doc. Hang in there.

​@@adamscastle6222 Thank you so much for you kind words. I will talk with a orthopedic surgeon. This problem changed my life in a very negative way, For example, in the past I used to jump on rope almost every day. Currently, I don't do it because the nerve begins to hurt. Sometimes even just from walking a few minutes it starts to hurt like hell. Is your pain completely gone now and do you have any negative side effects, besides the numbness on the toes, years later?

@@georgizagorchev9655 I had the most issues with my neuroma when I tried to fall asleep. That is why it became intolerable for me. Anything that disturbs my sleep is a big issue that needs to be fixed. I hike a lot, about 20 miles a week. I have had no issues with nerve pain when hiking or sleeping. For me, the surgery worked well. Surgery is not an instant fix because it takes a while to heal. But it was worth the several months of recovery time since things gradually and steadily improved.

​@@adamscastle6222what kind of surgery did you get if you don't mind me asking? Also can you continue to hike normally after? Thanks !

@@linz9510 they removed a section of damaged nerve from my foot. The damaged nerve is called a neuroma. The surgery was a success and I’m hiking more than ever these days.

Correct, I fixed it. Thanks!

Sorry to hear that. Did you have the release only or the transposition surgery? Also it takes a while for nerves to heal. Your healing time will depend on how much your nerve was damaged prior to the surgery. Hang in there.

@@adamscastle6222 my surgeon stated that she didn’t have to reposition the nerve. She mentioned that she did “something” with the tissue surrounding the nerve. After the anesthesia & nerve block wore off, I felt no pain whatsoever at the incision at the elbow. I can play guitar, but my left hand “pinky” feels like I’m wearing a surgical glove. The surgeon/doctor says that sensitivity tests have revealed improvement. But I certainly can’t notice it.

It takes a while but yes things have improved a lot. If I had to do it over I would probably do a little more stretching and exercise sooner in the recovery process. But that will vary for each individual. Hang in there!

How did your surgery go? Just had mine done on 10/17/22.

@@87oceanwave My surgery was 3 years ago. The first 3-6 months are challenging, but things do get better. Hang in there!

​@@87oceanwavehey,how's it now,is surgery worth it?😢I have seen people saying surgery is a failure as the neuroma comes back after a while

I did not because my doctor told my that nerve damage does not show up on a mri. I had an EMG test which specifically measures nerve function.

I am much better now thankfully. Of the five nerve surgeries that I have had the Morton’s was the most challenging. Hang in there.

@@adamscastle6222 just had the evaluation today. Won't get cubital until late June or July. Likely lateral meniscus tear in right knee. That's makes pending surgery #4. Hoping to get right neuroma done at end of May. Apparently surgeries are the only thing ill be doing this summer and year.

@@mnwolf2870 that is a bummer. But hopefully the surgeries will be successful and resolve the issues. Hang in there.

@@adamscastle6222 im trying. Meniscus is not torn but lots of cartilage damage. Doc says no surgery but nsaids and rest. Which I've already been doing. But he was willing to schedule cubital. SMH. So I'm getting the neuroma thats getting worse addressed. Then I will push for knee surgery. No sense in doing anything else if I can't walk. All I can do is hope and pray for the best......

It will get better, just takes some time. Hang in there!

@@adamscastle6222 Hi Adam how long was you off work for after your surgery?? Only had my surgery last friday..iv had to put up with this neuroma for 6 years..so im glad its out i just hope it works.

@@rickharrison6325 I believe I was off for a month. The hard part was that I needed to keep the leg elevated while healing. Otherwise it started to become painful. I believe the foot wrap stays on for two weeks. Then you can try slippers or shoes. You may want to invest in some serious shoes. I buy new balance now because they have extra wide sizes. They also make shoes for people with foot issues.

@@adamscastle6222 thanks Adam best wishes buddie

Sorry to hear this. Sounds like you had the CT decompression surgery but not the transposition. If your doc says the transposition is worth it then I would seriously consider it. If your ulnar nerve is in a bad spot then it could be rubbing against the Elbow bone. A decompression doesn’t fix this. Nerves can only take so much damage so the sooner it gets corrected the better. The transposition surgery moves the ulnar nerve away from the bone and then it gets attached to the muscle which is soft tissue. That puts the nerve out of danger and a chance to heal. Hang in there.

The first few weeks post surgery is rough, but it does get better. Talk to your doctor about gabapentin and hang in there.

Thanks. Good luck with your surgery, hang in there.

Hi,how's u after the surgery,did it went good?

Sorry to hear that. See if you can find a good orthopedic doctor in your area and have it checked out.

Find a good orthopedic surgeon and get an EMG test.

Was in the sling for two weeks. Don't expect to be able to use that arm much while in the sling. When the sling came off I had lost about 10% elbow extension but quickly recovered within a few weeks.

@@adamscastle6222 thank you I was wondering what to expect because I just had my shoulder cut on about a year ago and my arm was in a sling for about 3 months after that.

So glad you enjoyed it! I just uploaded a cover of Home at Last.

@@adamscastle6222 one of my favorites i will check it out!!!!

Thank you, I stream all dead concerts on reddit @ u/AdamsCastle

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

Not really. Mostly is was nerve pain in the pinky and ring fingers. But it felt almost like it was the entire hand. But when you concentrate it was just the fingers. I wasn’t sure before I had the EMG test.

@@adamscastle6222 Thanks for replying! Sometimes I can't even feel the back of my hand on the side of my pinky 😮‍💨. Seriously considering surgery if it is offered.

Pain wasn’t too bad. If you end up using pain meds then you want to start them before the block wears off. Actually the most challenging part is being in the splint for two weeks. It’s very limiting. But it’s worth it because it did fix my nerve pain.

@@adamscastle6222 thanks for the info, much appreciated

Sorry to hear that your CT has become so advanced. Glad my videos helped. Please let me know how your recovery goes. But be patient. It may take a while because everyone heals differently.

Things are a lot better. My recovery went very well. I am certain that I needed these surgeries and I am glad they are behind me. It does take a while before you can lift heavy objects. But I do recommend this surgery if your doc says you need it. Let me know if you have any other questions.

It takes at least 2 weeks before they take off all of the bandages. Then maybe a week or two more and you can start to wear shoes. At first you will want to wear the widest and most comfortable shoes you can get. Over time you can start to wear other footwear like dress shoes or boots.

@@adamscastle6222 really appreciate the feedback. My doctor trying to discourage me from surgery because of the chance of a stump:(

@@kmichaelewis If the surgery is done correctly then the chances of a stump are low, but not zero. I had too much nerve pain, especially at night, I had to have the surgery. Maybe get a second opinion? I went to an orthopedic surgeon who specialized in foot surgeries.

@@adamscastle6222 did you have to use crutches or could you walk with a boot right away

@@kmichaelewis you will need crutches for a few weeks, but a cane may suffice. You will be able to put some weight on your heel.

Much better now thankfully. I had the second surgery done seven months ago so I am deep into my post op recovery phase. I usually only have a little bit of soreness if I lift something really heavy. Other than that the CT symptoms are gone.

I would say I am back to my old self for months now. Just like after my carpal tunnel surgeries, I feel more capable after the cubital tunnel surgeries. It was a trip, having both arms done. Having to be in a splint for two weeks. But is was a success for me, and very worth it having corrected. I wouldn't worry much about how the surgery will impact your guitar playing besides a temporary break.

@@adamscastle6222 thank you very much Adam for your answer. It comforts me. :) My main issue with this disease is not being able to play the guitar as I used to and therefore surgery brings me a feeling of insecure. I'm very happy for you! Best Regards from Germany!

Hello- I recommend to consult with your doctor. I iced my foot as much as possible post surgery. And I did use some prescription pain killers that my doc prescribed me. Please talk to your doctor about these options and hang in there it will get better over time.

No. I had a dull aching pain in my elbows. And the nerve pain in my pinky and ring fingers. There was no other associated pain. I do hope you find the source of your pain. Did you have an EMG nerve conduction study?

@@adamscastle6222 thanks a bunch. I am getting a transposition and carpal tunnel release next week. I feel a tugging into my bicep lately. I hope it's just a residual effect of the cubital tunnel. We shall see. It's a more recent symptom during elbow flexion. I guess time will tell. Thank you!

Thank you! No regrets at all on the CT surgeries. It went very well for me and I was amazed at how much carpal tunnel was holding back my guitar playing. I highly recommend the surgery for those who need it.

@@adamscastle6222 Thanks for the reply. Did it have any effects on your technique or dexterity?

@@Shawn-hs8qk Yes, when I had CT I could barely play for an hour and my wrist was in serious pain. Everything was a struggle. Post CT surgery the wrist pain went away and now I can play for hours. Both hands felt way more capable post surgery (I had the surgery on both wrists).

I am glad that you enjoyed the videos! Furthermore, I worry about folks who need this surgery (or any other surgery) yet they put it off which only increases recovery time and complications. For those who complain about their surgeries it is often the case (not every case) that they simply waited too long. People do need and should hear the success stories too!

I do not really know, they moved the ulnar nerve and connected it to muscle in the it's new place.