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I'd be reluctant to buy Superfeet too at around 50% more than Orthaheel. What I'm not doing is resting to let the condition subside -but it's not so severe I can't live with it. 10K this Sunday -probably in the Superfeet.
Rose - I don't think the shock wave stuff has reached us here in Lancashire yet. It sounds expensive too - how much for a session? Are 3 treatments supposed to cure it completely? I'm pleased that you're seeing some results - I'm sure once you start running again, it'll seem like you've never been away. I can't wait for the day when I can run without pain, then have no ill effects the day after! Hope you continue to improve.
Lucrece - was it the soft cast that cured it? What IS a soft cast? I once had a soft cast but only because I got my hard cast wet - but that was for something entirely different. How bad does it have to be to get a cast? Sounds better than a cortisone injection (my next move if orthotics don't help) How long was the cast on for? Wow - I am soooo nosy. I hope it's not PF in your right foot and that you get better soon. I never realised running could be so detrimental to health!
i am ok when i run but afterwards the pain kicks in no matter how much i stretch and ice its worse the next day but then eases off so i am down to run every other day for now which dosent help when i am due to do the liverpool half in 6 weeks
lawrence i have took your advice and bought new shoes brooks beat they seem to do the trick and am off to buy some orthaheel from boots
do you think i need both sets 1 for normal shoe and a set for my trainers they seem ok for now or would i be better getting sports ones for them as well
Colin - apologies for hijacking your thread but many thanks for starting it. I've learned loads. I've found that no amount of stretching/icing helps either after I've run. It's nice to know I'm not alone. It's good that you can get out every other day. I'm sure it'll be enough for Liverpool. I did my first (and only) half marathon in February and I don't think I ever ran 2 days in a row. Mind you, I had no specific time target in mind. That was before I was injured and I think it's amazing that anyone with PF can run that far. Maybe I'm just a big wuss but I wouldn't dream of trying! Can't wait to get better though cos I'm dying to do another one.
Not sure if the orthotics are still 3 for 2 at Boots. Their website doesn't mention it anymore. I'm sure Lawrence will be able to give you more advice on what type to use but when I rang Orthaheel to say the regular ones were hurting me in my work shoes, they said it's OK to wear sports ones in normal shoes. My physio said not to wear the regular ones in sports shoes though as you need full length ones for running.
Good luck with it all - keep us informed of your progress, especially if you find a miracle cure!
Regular Orthaheels still feel good in my shoes and have improved things.
orthaheel are still 3 for 2 at boots but dont think i need more than 1 pair for now so will buy the sports ones at weekend for my regular shoes and see how that goes
-Sports ones have arrived today -might go for a very light run tomorrow but will be wearing them in the Gawsworth 10K Sunday(mostly off road) so I'll report Monday. They do seem to have better arch support than the Superfeet ones. If you decide to buy them then take your running shoe insole to get the right size then use it as a template to trim if necessary.
Orthaheel sandals also arrived -feel good -will wear them round the house as replacement for Scholl fitness ones. Again built in good arch support.
Hopefully things will be better now -I'll know when I've had a good rest from running -I'll use a week in Lanzarote for that I think.
I've recently (last couple of weeks) had some niggly post run calf pain, this then seemed to mutate into "during run" outer shin/ankle pain. I thought I was OK sow ent for a run the other night. After less than 2 miles my right heel started to hurt internally and I had to stop, there is now a dull ache (not too painful) inside my right heel all the time and I'm too frightened to try and run. The only way I can "feel" it as such is to put thumb and forefinger either side of the boney bits at the back side of my heel and squeeze, this creates discomfort rather than sharp pain. Does this sound like pf or is it something else? Any assistance most grateful as I'm down for the GNR in 2 weeks and don't want to miss it.
Colin - I can't believe you can resist a 3 for 2 offer! Must be a man thing!
DoctorK - it seems like you're making real progress. Well done on the Trafford 10K. You certainly give me hope that one day I'll manage a longer run again. Thanks for all the feedback on the orthotics - I look forward to your comments on Monday. The sandals sound good but I think I'll carry on with regular Orthaheels in my slippers for now. I'm tempted to try a 5K on Sunday. It's through a country park close to home and although I'll get a personal worst time, I'm desperate to do a race again!
3Legs - welcome aboard. Symptoms sound like PF but don't you have any pain underneath your heel at all? Try pressing really hard. Is it worse when you first get out of bed?
I'd go and see a physio quick if I were you. If it is something minor, you may be able to get rid of it before the GNR with a bit of treatment. Good luck.
i saw a physio that treated me for about seven weeks. it went somthing like this
1st week taped foot for two days no running
2nd taped foot for two days no running, easy stretching
3rd 4th and 5th same as 2nd
6th same plus 15 mins treadmill
7th same plus 30 mins treadmill
then i had to tape the foot at home and start running short spells on the road
Sorry for all the questions!
DocK - I did a 5K today in my Orthaheel Sports and just had one twinge when I was going too fast downhill. It's great to race again although I was shattered at the end! Just 54 seconds slower than last year so pleasantly surprised at that. I'd forgotten just how hilly the park is. Sore foot now though!
Won't bother with the Superfeet then if you think the Orths are better. They seem to be working for me now anyway.
Let's hope we're both OK tomorrow!
My foot has been ok since this treatment
exept sometimes i get a tight feeling under my arch but very rare, it was just a case of taping and stretching but dont leave the tape on for long just a couple of days a week. the tape must be applied correctly to be able to do its job, I used the treadmill because it is softer to run on to start with I didnt use any orthotics at all
The pain I'm experiencing seems to be deep in the ball of my heel. It doesn't feel like a tissue based pain and no matter how hard I press with fingers doesn't hurt any more than my other unaffected foot. Doesn't hurt particularly when I first wake up either but as the day goes on the more time I spend on my feet the more it is noticeable and when I lift my foot off the floor, or walk on my forefeet it alleviates it. does this sound familiar?
Foot not bad today after 10K yesterday -so I'll stay with Orthaheel sports for now
3Legs - it sounds a bit different to mine as I can find the sore spot if I press hard around the bottom of my heel. I have been having more pain around the inside of my heel recently but I put that down to the orthotics. Since I trimmed them down a bit, this pain has eased. Unfortunately, I'm now getting pain in both big toe joints!!!
I used to suffer badly first thing in a morning until I started wearing a night splint. Now it's no worse when I get up than it is later in the day. I reckon we've all got our own little variations which is why it's so hard to find a cure we can all use successfully.
DocK - I've seen the orthoticsonline plug on another thread too. Mentioned it to my physio but he said it's impossible to do your own casting. He reckons you can't get your feet in the right position. How do I know who's telling the truth? To be honest, I think I would benefit from custom orthotics because after a month of the Orthaheels, my PF is definitely showing signs of improvement but I'm getting other niggles instead. It's just knowing where to go and who to trust. Will give the Orth's another month or so before deciding.
I had PF (started 8 weeks ago). Custom orthotics have pretty much cured it. Got a pair for everyday use and one for running. Expensive, but seem to have done the trick. The podiatrist I went to offered castings to fit the orthotics, but said that even a casting done by a profssional has problems as you're not standing up. I spent a good half hour with lots of small wegdes being placed under my feet while standing. Bit like an eye test for feet.
Threes weeks in and I have no pain at all. Still need to stretch my feet in the moring before I get up. Back to my pre PF mileage as well.
Hope this helps.
I am hoping there is a more permanent solution for these packing pieces (custom insoles/orthotics?)
All sounds good. Dont over do things in your excitement!
Dont bother with orthotics online. I personally think its pretty poor practice and would be pure chance if you get anything effective or comfortable.
Had a strange experience today whilst running. Went over on my ankle on an uneven bit and felt the pain in my heel. Carried on for a while but it was quite sore so stopped for a few mins. When I started again - no pain. Got back from my run expecting my usual discomfort but it's never materialised. Feels quite good now. Soooo strange! Go on everyone - sprain your ankle - it cures PF within an hour ;o)
Hi Lawrence - good to hear from you again. Not bothering with the orthotics-online. I wouldn't dream of buying trainers by mail order so I'm certainly not going to risk something as important as orthotics. I'll give the Orthaheels a few more weeks then try a cortisone injection - if that doesn't work then I'll opt for custom orthotics. Unless of course my sprained ankle has cured it already...
Were you wearing the regular or super slim ones for work?
Could you get permission to wear non-work shoes for work for a while?