Toe and foot pain

[LesleyD123]

So I've just completed w6r2 and I think I've managed to find a groove with my breathing, but I'm getting pain in my toe, the one next to the little one. It extends along the stringy bit under my foot (tendon?). It gets worse the longer I run but when I stop and walk it gets much worse to the point I'm limping. Curling my toes under and walking gets rid of the worst of it. Any ideas what it is or how to prevent it? Thanks x

[markington]

Could be worth trying different shoes if you can next time you go out running, or for a few runs maybe and see what happens.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Do your shoes fit well?

Most people's feet swell when they run, so plenty of room in the front is necessary. Conversely, if your feet move forwards in your shoes they can squeeze toes.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Shoes???

runnersworld.com/injury-pre...

Not sure if your injury relates to this...

[Theziggy Graduate]

Hmmmmm. I have a claw toe on one foot and a new pain under the ball of my foot the smaller toes on the other foot grrrrrrrrrr!

If I go to doctors - they may (and that is may) refer me to a podiatrist which could take up to a year

[LesleyD123 in reply to Theziggy]

Poor you! It's bad enough with 1 foot! I too wish I had a shed load of cash to visit a podiatrist, I suspect I'd just get a bunch of advice I already know from the GP. Softly softly seems the way forward.

[Curlygurly2 Graduate]

If you're limping, I'd suggest getting it checked out. Does it ease up if you rest?

[LesleyD123 in reply to Curlygurly2]

Only limped after finishing the last run. I'm hoping it's my work shoes. Still hurts and had to do my run on the cross trainer instead of going out😞. I think you're right, may need to book in with GP. X