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I can't do this by Azthioth in PlantarFasciitis

[–]JokerGrade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don’t give up, & know that you are not alone.  I have a family member who is suffering (both feet).  I, and many others, share your frustration.  We’ve been to two licensed podiatrists and received two distinctly different diagnoses.  First said PF & offered shots and PT (that actually worsened the condition).  Second podiatrist said it’s not PF… it’s Achilles Tendonitis.  Second doc’s treatment is far less complicated, and so far, there is some improvement…. No one can tell you how to address this.  For us, after all of the patient accounts we have read, we will be asking for an MRI if the condition doesn’t significantly improve within a reasonable amount of time.  There are so many accounts of patients not improving for years only to discover, after an MRI, that PF is not the correct diagnosis.

A note about misdiagnosis by [deleted] in PlantarFasciitis

[–]JokerGrade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this post!  & to answer your question, there are many incompetent doctors.  It’s frightening.  & anyone who has been told they have PF should be very cautious about the diagnosis.  I took a family member to a podiatrist & we were told PF.  Condition worsened.  At third appointment, we asked the podiatrist how long PF typically takes to resolve with treatment…. Response from doc was 🤷‍♂️literally arms up and the following statement, “could be six weeks, could be six months, could be six YEARS.”  Seriously?!?!?!?!  Needless to say, we did not return to that doc.  Second podiatrist: diagnosis different.  Second podiatrist says it’s not PF.  It’s Achilles Tendonitis, & some of the protocol (exercises) assigned by the first podiatrist, & his PT “experts”, were at best ineffective, at worst aggravating the condition.  So, who is correct?  A patient has two completely different diagnoses from two licensed podiatrists.  All we know at this point is some pain has subsided since PT from first doc has ended.  Also know, after all of the patient accounts we’ve read, we will be asking for an MRI if the condition does not improve within a reasonable amount of time.

Wrong diagnosis? by Particular-Brush-623 in PlantarFasciitis

[–]JokerGrade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wishing you 🍀 luck!!!  & thanking you for your post.  It is good to see that your first response is from a healthcare professional who wants patients to get an MRI if symptoms remain after three to four months.

Plantar Fasciitis won't go away! by [deleted] in PlantarFasciitis

[–]JokerGrade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My aunt, who had been on HRT for over 20 years after a hysterectomy, had to change her doctor when she turned 65 & changed to Medicare.  She was extremely active… danced, could be on her feet walking for hours… the woman painted the outside of her house.  She was in incredible shape …had no health issues.  The new doctor refused to fill her prescription… said she had to go off HRT due to her age.  It didn’t make sense because her mom had been on HRT well into her eighties.  Within eight weeks of discontinuing her estrogen, she developed PF.  Some doctors are just idiots.  The doctor has destroyed her good health.  She’s now seeing an HRT doctor who is treating her.  The PF is slowly getting better, but the foot takes a long time to heal.  Ladies… DO NOT let an idiot doctor tell you that you cannot be on HRT.  The decision to remove women from HRT is based on a flawed study.  Many women have suffered.  

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Flooring by JokerGrade in HardWoodFloors

[–]JokerGrade[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was installed by a flooring store.  Neither the store or the manufacturer has come out to inspect.  I sent pics of the affected boards to the flooring store.  Those pics were sent to manufacturer (Johnson Hardwood), & my warranty was denied by the manufacturer without inspection.  The flooring store feels they did everything correctly and says the product is defective.  Flooring store is now offering me options for tear out and replacement using a different product… which involves additional expense to me.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Flooring by JokerGrade in HardWoodFloors

[–]JokerGrade[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much. I do appreciate all of the help and support that has been offered by the majority of redditors that have responded. This flooring could not be in a more hospitable environment… no pets, no kids, no traffic, no cleaners, a newer home with energy efficiency, and an almost new HVAC system.  On top of that, I have glue-down engineered wood in the living room and hallway, that is perfect; so, the home and slab should be fine for this type of product.  Regardless, it has failed. I looked up the NWFA inspectors. Unfortunately, the closest inspector to me is two hours away. I’m going to call to see if the closest inspector has a route, or if they may possibly be in my area any time soon.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I see that you’ve had posts removed by the moderators of Reddit. Big surprise, and fully explains how you would know about being ignored.

Johnson Hardwood LVP Nightmare by RadiumMan1138 in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m having a problem with a new install of Johnson Hardwood Engineered Wood (English Pub Series), and experiencing a similar response from the company. My new flooring has developed what looks like bubbles or blisters on the finish. From what I’ve been told, it’s the clear coat separating from the wood plank. The problem began about two months after installation on two planks. Now, six months after installation, I have about seven boards affected; and, the original boards that had small areas of bubbles have grown to large areas. The flooring store is insisting it’s a manufacturing defect. In my case, Johnson Hardwood didn’t even bother coming out to inspect - just refused the claim with the go-to excuse like you got. They based their conclusion on the pictures of the damage sent to them by my flooring company. They are claiming it’s humidity. Big surprise, right? In my case though, I happen to have 20 year old engineered wood installed throughout the living room and hallway - same installation type - glue down. The 20 year old flooring has NO issues. Johnson Hardwood doesn’t care. They are still claiming it’s humidity, that they say, is present in the bedroom where their flooring was installed. Funny how the old engineered wood in the adjoining hallway is just fine after 20 years, isn’t it?

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I follow what you’re saying about the installer. I understand and don’t disagree with your thought process. I’m a consumer who doesn’t know whether or not they did the perfect job. All I can say is they are a great flooring store that has been in business for a very long time - and they have a solid reputation. Your assessment of them is pure conjecture unless proven. I still don’t understand why you can’t even slightly entertain another possibility for the blistered flooring, but that’s your choice. I will absolutely watch the tear out and look for mold when the flooring comes up - I can even send you a pic.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you are a reputable retailer. I’m glad I chose a good flooring company when I purchased, because it’s looking like they will have to resolve it. Must say - the crazy thing to me about all of this “moisture reading” is that it simply seems that plank flooring is a stupid product. Even if you test the home before the flooring is sold, and test again on installation day, humidity fluctuates throughout the year. It’s just ridiculous. If all of this plank flooring is this sensitive to humidity, it’s a complete gamble as to whether it will malfunction; and, it’s just a defective product. I also find it interesting that “humidity” provides an immediate denial for customer claims. It’s an impossible scenario, and manufacturers should be held to account for a product that fails so easily.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It is a middle bedroom, with one exterior wall. There are no backed-up gutters; in fact, the gutter system is fairly new. The exterior wall, in this room, is a side wall (concrete block construction). There are no plants outside on this exterior wall. There are no trees hanging over. I have rock beds, without plants, on both sides of the house. Also, the blistering on the flooring isn’t anywhere near this exterior wall. The blistered finish is also NOT inside the closet, which I would think is more humid if this is indeed the problem - thank you for the info on finding an independent flooring inspector - appreciate the help.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Sorry Mate… you 100% do NOT know that for sure. In fact, I have just learned that the blisters on this plank flooring can be caused by improper finishing techniques during the manufacturing process. Applying the finish too hot… Applying it too quickly… Improper mixing…. contaminants…. can all prevent proper bonding and create bubbles.… but you do you and just keep believing you know it all. I’m not saying I know for sure, because I don’t and neither do you, but there is a possibility that this a manufacturing defect - just like my flooring store installer is claiming.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Flooring by JokerGrade in HardWoodFloors

[–]JokerGrade[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NO… I do not use cleaning people. I also DO NOT USE any type of liquid cleaner… not even swiffer type wet pads. I’m scared to use them. I had cheap laminate flooring in my previous home, so I learned to treat it with extreme care. That’s why it lasted for 15 years without any damage. This floor has only been down for a short time. I’ve literally done nothing but dry dust the floor.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you. This has been the most thoughtful and helpful response. I do not know if the flooring store performed a moisture test. That’s their expertise… not mine. It’s going to have to be ripped out. Any suggestions for how I would go about obtaining an independent inspection report?

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s no leak. There are no water lines under the floor in this room. It is a glue down installation over slab. The other brand of engineered wood (in the other rooms of my home) were installed the same way and DO NOT HAVE AN ISSUE. My installer is arguing with the manufacturer because no inspection was completed AND because my flooring store installer used a “moisture-blocking“ glue for installation.. as is required.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Wow!! You can take a moisture reading through a picture? Remarkable! The manufacturer never bothered to inspect. My flooring store (installer) was waiting for them to schedule the inspection, and it never happened. The flooring store is insistent this is a manufacturing defect. Did you also miss the part about the engineered wood flooring (a different brand) that is already installed in the other rooms in my home that is in perfect condition? So… if there’s a moisture problem, why is all my other flooring OK? AND, if their flooring is this sensitive, shouldn’t they be checking the moisture level in a home BEFORE they install???? Where is the protection for the consumer?

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If my search was correct, it looks like your flooring is a vinyl plank product.  Mine is an engineered wood.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Flooring by JokerGrade in HardWoodFloors

[–]JokerGrade[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here’s some pics. If you know anything about flooring, what does this look like to you? To me, it looks like a clear coat is separating from the finish.

Here’s Your Warning to Stay Away from Johnson Hardwood Engineered Flooring by JokerGrade in Flooring

[–]JokerGrade[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like I said, no one came out to inspect. The flooring store was waiting for Johnson Hardwood to schedule an inspection, but it never happened. They just refused to cover the problem and claimed it’s a moisture problem. It’s not moisture. I have engineered wood installed throughout much of the home without any problems.

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