Hi Australia Calling,I was diagnosed in 2000 with Ledderhose. Typical nodule in the arch plus a cord of my left foot. Had orthodics prescribed. In 2007 I received Low Dose Radiotherapy to both feet in Essen Germany. I have dispensed with the orthodics and have been happy with the result of Radiotherapy. The nodule diminished so that it is only slightly detectable when I stretch the foot.The cord also relaxed so that under normal circumstances it is hard to detect . I have a remedial massage fortnightly where I also have my feet slightly massaged .(Benifit is mainly feel-good). However from time to time I do massage the arch of the foot with the use of a tennis ball. If it is not painfull extra pressure can be applied by standing instead of being seated. Some use a rolling pin or golf ball but there is no give and I believe is a bit harsh. Finally I now only use shoes with good inner soles. The 'Nike-Free' are great and are very Light.( The base of the shoe is segmented and the manufacturer idicates it like walking bare feet. I also wear German Rohde or Birkenstock slip in sandles. The base is moulded with good arch support and there is a toe grip in the front . Worth investigating. At your age the Low Dose Radiotherapy is worth considering as the risk is low.

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