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Ratbuell
| | Posted on Monday, April 27, 2015 - 08:37 pm: | 
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Well, my adjustable night splints showed. Damn, these things look like ski boots - and I'm supposed to SLEEP in them?? LOL Getting the straps figured out now so I have small things like...oh...circulation, while still having the stretch I'm looking for.
But, another pain-free day today. Yay, ME.
And, I'm right there with ya on the "never see it till you live it" - I can't tell you how many of my friends/coworkers have replied with "oh, yeah, been there done that...". Unreal. |
Fltwistygirl
| | Posted on Saturday, May 09, 2015 - 08:59 pm: |
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OK rat, just checking in. How goes it?
My brooks are working out. Been wearing my sidis in the rain. Need a nor v gen treatment but other wise, they are good.
Teaching season is around corner so got some keen boots to start wearing in prep for that.
The more I talk to peeps, the more I realize what a widespread problem pf is. |
Steveford
| | Posted on Sunday, May 10, 2015 - 05:42 am: |
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If you're still having problems, go to your local Red Wing boot retailer, step on their machine and have them hook you up with some of these:
http://www.yoursole.com/us/mens/footbeds |
Ratbuell
| | Posted on Sunday, May 10, 2015 - 09:07 am: |
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So far so good. Asics for work are doing great with the Rite-Aid inserts. Nikes with WalMart inserts doing well for non-work stuff like push-mowing the back yard. Went out last night in a new pair (bought before the pain set in, so they've just been sitting) of heavier Columbia hiking shoes, with my Futuro strap-in arch supports - felt great all night. I still get minor soreness in the mornings, but its generally gone (or diminished to the point of being gone) by the time I get to work.
And...this is our busy season at work, so plenty of walk-time!
I do know I'm never keeping a pair of shoes past 6 or 8 months again. Expensive habit, but if it keeps me out of the pain zone... |
Ztsbyyfu
| | Posted on Thursday, August 06, 2015 - 08:17 am: |
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Ratbuell, If you're still having problems check this out
http://www.plantarfasciitisguru.com |
Adam20
| | Posted on Thursday, February 16, 2017 - 09:11 am: |
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This info below is more for runners with plantar fasciitis, but it also would fit well in general(source: https://activepositive.com/how-to-choose-the-best- running-shoes-for-plantar-fasciitis). When looking for shoes for plantar fasciitis please make sure they meet the following conditions:
-> Maximum arch support. The best shoes for plantar fasciitis need to have firm heel counter that’s a little bit elevated. Such structure keeps the foot in alignment and also reduces the load on the Achilles tendon by keeping the foot slightly flexed away from the shin.
-> Better shock absorption. Shock absorption in the shoe reduces shock coming from each step while touching the ground with your foot. It is intended to disperse some of the force of the foot striking to the ground.
-> Good heel cushioning. Good shoes should provide enough padding to withstand the pressure coming from physical activities. Many good shoes have state of the art gel cushioning which reduces shock during high-intensity impact, and also continuous normal usage for example when running.
To prevent plantar fasciitis it is recommended:
-> Maintaining healthy weight
-> Stretching the plantar fascia in the morning before getting out of bed
-> Selecting shoes with good arch support and heel cushioning. Changing shoes to a new pair every 250-500 miles (if for running or other intense physical activity)
-> Constantly switching between two pairs of shoes seems to help some people, as the time period when the shoes are not used helps them to recover their cushioning to the effective level
Also, shoe insoles could be a good alternative for changing the shoes or even better - buying new pair of good shoes for PF and adding insoles to it.
Hope you will get well soon and please take care! |
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