Pain in the ........

[lexiemcd]

Having pain in the ball of my right foot (enough to have me limping) I waited almost a couple of weeks resting it, taking ibuprofen and wearing a cushion pad before going out for a shortish run this morning . I don't want to aggravate it - it's slightly sore now after my run - and may try running once a week instead of three times. I had a gait analysis last year - wear Brooke shoes and also cushioned running socks. Has anyone else experienced this in the all of their foot and if so any advice would be appreciated.

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I used to get this and my friend, and my podiatrist friend recommended cushioning in*everything* even slippers. I did that and I rested a lot and it got better. I rarely wear anything but trainers nowadays but sometimes if I have a barefoot day around the house, I really feel it.

[lexiemcd Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Did you use anything in particular to cushion the ball of your foot ?

[Hidden in reply to lexiemcd]

I did. She recommended special insoles that had a removable piece just below where the pain was worst. I’m lucky to have got that advice free. Not sure how much it would cost to see a podiatrist?

Now I muse trainers, even indoors. I used to be able to wear converse style but find them too flat. I’m hoping My feet may have an easier time once I shift some more weight.

See what other advice you get in case there’s a cheaper option.

[lexiemcd Graduate in reply to Hidden]

That's really helpful - thank you . I'll try and see if I can purchase insoles first and if not will make an appointment with a podiatrist - don't mind spending money if it's going to help. I went to wear heels the other day and it was a big no no so flats it is. Thanks again

[Hidden in reply to lexiemcd]

Hello again. I just took a look at what my podiatrist friend gave me. They’re called Vasyli Danenber. But I also remember now that these insoles weren’t for cushioned footwear. At that time I used them in flat refusal footwear and they eased the pressure.

In turn, that reminds me that I bought a simple flat cushioned insole which I put *underneath* the padded trainer insole (in between the bottom of my trainer and the inner bit). I hope that helps. I do recommend getting a nice pair of walking trainers that you keep in the house and wear all the time indoors.

[lexiemcd Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Thank you - that's been really helpful . I will seek the advice of a podiatrist and will have a look at padded insoles meantime.

[Hidden in reply to lexiemcd]

Lol at my auto suggest typo of flat refusal! I just meant flat shoes and boots!! I’ve given up on heels now

[lexiemcd Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Usually myself with the typo 😊x