New to running, need help buying the right pair of shoes?

Caroline J

I started running in the beginning of the summer and thus far have no problems or injuries. I have knee problems in my families history so I'd like to do what I can while I'm young to keep my joints healthy. I'm having a hard time deciding what type of feet I have and what kind of shoe I need. I'm planning on heading to a running store but for now any advice would be appreciated. I wear women's size 8 usually, I have moderately wide feet, I have low arches but they definitely are not flat, when I look at my foot print there is a significant space where the arch is. Right now I'm running in a pair of old broken in New Balance Classics W595. They seem okay but I think I need some more support. I purchased a pair of motion control shoes online, Asics Gel-Evolution 9 since all the advice columns I've read seem to indicate that low arches mean overpronation. The shoes felt comfortable walking around, but when I took them on a run there seemed to be a lot of pressure that created some soreness in the inside of my foot by my arches. I'm wondering if this is supposed to happen since I do overpronate and have not ever worn motion control shoes OR is there discomfort because I do not overpronate and these shoes are not right for me. The discomfort did not last, just during the run.

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Asics are really comfortable you will love them

What causes shin splints and what is the best way to treat them? How can I avoid them in the future?

T

I have started running again recently and now have shin splints so bad I can hardly walk. I am a 39 year old woman in fairly good physical shape, I work out regularly, not over weight and I have no physical problems short of the shin splints.. I walk on the tread mill and eliptical regularly with out much problem. The problem didn't start until I started running out side. I run on a concrete bridge with a slight grade (incase that makes a difference).
Thank you all for the fantastic answers! With that information I am able to determine that the fact that I am flat footed has a big impact. The shoes were fitted but my arch was not taken into account. I guess I need to go shopping again. :-)

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Shin splints are most commonly caused by overpronation (foot roles in too much at the toe off phase of your gait/running motion). A neutral foot lands on the outside corner of your heel, roles inwards so that it is flat and then roles out on the angle of your toes at toe off. An overpronated foot lands on the outside of the heel, roles in flat but continues to roll in and comes off even with or inside the big toe side of the shoe. The reason this is a problem is that the muscle that is supposed to role you out at toe off (tibialis anterior muscle) is not strong enough to counter the weight of your body that has rolled your foot inwards too far. It continues to pull until it actually pulls itself off the bone where it attaches (this is what shinsplints are - shin splints are not a muscle fibre strain you are actually tearing muscle from the bone which is why it hurts so much and takes so long to heal). The reason why you didn't feel it before is because under less load (walking = less downward force and elliptical = no downward force) your body wasn't thrown into am overpronated position. Now that your are running the repetition of the overpronated state is resulting in shin splints.
To get rid of the shin splints you must first rest the muscle, ice wil help with the inflamation and pain. Next you need to get a really good pair of shoes designed to work with YOUR body. Just going and spending a lot of money will not gaurantee a good pair for you. It would be like buying a Ferarri for off roading - it's a great car but not for what you need. Look for a shoe that is designed for motion control. These styles have a very wide sole through the arch, are stiff if you try to "wring it out", have a very hard "heel counter" and have some type of a "medial post" (usually a dark grey foam of higher density running along the arch sie of the foot). If you aren't comfortable with these terms then go to your local running store and ask them. If they don't know these terms then walk away - they are not trained enough to assist you. A couple of models/brands that do produce some very good shoes for overpronators (motion control shoes) are Asics (gel 2100 series), Saucony (grid stable as one example) and New Balance. Do some research on their websites and they will have pictures to describe what I've talked about.

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should a 300 LBS man run as cardio to lose weight?

EL Nene Ca

hi i am just wondering if running is a good way to lose rapidly pounds and body liquid.....
i am 300 pounds, should i run......?
is this a good idea?

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Good for you wanting to start running...however, I think you should check with you doctor, tell him/her what you wanted to do and make sure its a go. Also being heavier and running is hard on your knees/shins, probably would advise walking first 30 minutes / day, doing some hills as a challenge. Once walking becomes easier (breathing easier and able to carry a conversation during a fast pace walk) then try running. Start with walk 9 minutes and 30 seconds, run for 30 seconds, do this 3X (total of 30minutes exercise) for 3 days a week for 2 weeks. Walk on other days not running. Following week, walk 9 minutes and run 1 minute 3X. Do this 3 days a week. Following week walk 8 minutes run 2 minutes, 3X...reduce walk time per minute and up your running per minute per week. The goal is to run up to 10 minutes and walk 1 minute.
Please make sure to get proper shoes from a running store and have them to fit according to your foot type/weight/gait/pronation. Proper shoes will help reduce and injuries. If you have sore muscles, or shins, ankles, this is normal for beginner, make sure you ice it for 10-15minutes 3X/day so it will reduce inflamation and soreness. Ice cold water for a foot bath for sore ankles 10-15 minutes 2X/day. Take advil if needed.

Again let your doctor know what you want to do. To do exercise is always a GOOD IDEA...

Join a walking/running club where there are tons of motivation and support and information.

Good luck :)

Need for good running shoes?

SOX05

Im 250 pounds man and usually run for 1hour but my feet hurt after that,any special running shoes?
need more details, curently running
NewBalance 992

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I'm a heavier set women runner and I used to use the NB 992. They were great when it came to shorter distances but when I started to pass the 3 mile mark, they just started to hurt me. It started with my knees, then my shins and finally my lower back. I couldn't ever make it past 6 w/o kicking them off. I switched to the Asics 2140s. I love them, I just ran a half marathon in them and I would have never been able to do that with the 992s w/o falling apart.

I agree going to a specialty store so they can tell you what shoes you actually need. If you can't get to a store I recommend roadsrunnersports.com, you take a little survey on there and it tells you what shoe works for you. If your still confused you can call them or get the membership and you can run in the shoes for 60 days and return them. I just got it, I love it. It is a little expensive but worth it for me since I can't get to any store like.

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I get terrible shin splints when I run. Would inserts help?

Not quite

I don't want to pay loads of money for the custom orthotics though. Are there inserts you can buy at like Fleet Feet or Dick Pond?

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Inserts... hmmm... there are sports medicine doctors that work with this kind of stuff every day. I like the trainers at the local colleges. Maybe drop in and ask for advice. I never liked Dr. Sholls (I think that is how it is spelled) inserts.

Shin splints is one of those things that has so many causes;
poor shoe selection, running on hard surfaces like concrete, and even your running form.

Shoe selection... I say read the consumer reports to get the best shoe for the least amount of money. I personally like newballance and I personally have never found a pair of nikes that I liked. Shoes have to be not just comfortable, but very comfortable before you purchase them. I also like to wear thick, athletic socks.

Shoe construction caused my problem many years ago. There were metal pieces in my shoes holding them together. This also caused me to get an infection in my lymph system as well. If you are going to run, shoes are not something you can go cheap on. You owe it to yourself, when you set your mind to doing something, to do it 100% right. Also, talk to the trainers at your local colleges because they have to assist the injured and know the shoes to steer you towards and to avoid.

Running surfaces. Softer ones will help, but you now need to look out for gopher/snake holes, rocks and other such things which could cause even more severe problems. I found asphalt is softer and more forgiving than concrete.

Are you walking 1/4 to 1/2 the distance you ran before ending your workout? Are you properly cooling down? I do not believe nor do I think it would be a good thing to ice down your leg(s) after a run because it would constrict the blood flow when your affected region needs it the most.

Another thing that help me with my shin splints was modifying my form. I was running all messed up and I could not keep up the beatings I was taking. A running class at a junior college could get some excellent coaching with a very small cost.

One more thing... are you working repititions when doing your leg exercises as well; Leg extensions and curls, lunges, and etc...? I always believed it is really important to build muscle mass in the area where there is an injury.

Good luck.

Reebok Runtone shoes... need opinions!! 10 points!?

Q. I bought these shoes yesterday ($100) after reading good reviews about them and hearing from a friend that they were really great.

These shoes claim to add a little extra toning to your legs because of the fact that the pods on the bottom throw you the slightest bit off balance.

Personally I find them to be VERY comfortable. They fit great, feel snug and cushioned, absorb shock really well, are breathable and seem to be made of high quality materials, look cute, and even though they have the "off balance" thing, they are plenty stable (I don't feel like I'm going to break my ankle or anything.)

But today I tried running in them for a few minutes around the block. All the sudden my ankle and heel area just on one foot starting feeling some sharp pains.

I came home and did some research and found that ALL of the reviews about these shoes are good... there are little or no reports of pain caused by them and people love them. Doctors and consumers alike are raving about them. I read further and found that you are supposed to slowly get used to them by walking a little in them every day and building up the muscles that they force to work harder (ankles, calves, thighs and glutes.) I found out that Reebok suggests taking time to slowly get used to them and that part of the point of the shoe is that it is a little harder on your ankles therefor strengthening them over time so that your endurance and strength builds.

So, maybe had I known that I should have taken it more slowly I wouldn't be experiencing any pain, and it's my fault that I starting running and jumping around in shoes that I was not used to?

I want others' opinions though. If you read the reviews you will see that all around people really like these shoes and there aren't really any complaints of pain or injury. I am concerned though... what is going on with my ankle? Should I just ice it and give it a rest for a few days and then try walking in the shoes?

Has anyone tried them?

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Hello,

Like any other shoe, regardless of it's type it is important to "break them in" before put to full use.
This is even more important if you are active in sports. Also remember that people are the same but also very different, in case of shoes - No-body's feet are the same, hence the shoes, even if they feel great to one person can be extremely "bad" to others.

It is difficult to tell why you have this heel pain all of sudden, it could be a coincidence, or maybe the shoes are to blame.

It can also be a beginning of an injury called "Plantar Fasciitis" which is very common with runners.

If you can answer these short questions it can help with diagnosing the pain and provide you additional assistance.

1) Is it still painful now after a couple of days?
2) Where exactly is/was the pain located in your heel?
3) Do you have high or low arches in your feet?
4) What kind of shoes you usually wear besides these runners?

Here are some immediate suggestions:

* Ice your heel at least 4 times a day, either by applying ice directly or by rolling a frozen bottle under your heel when you sit down.

* Break the shoes in by wearing them around the house when you are doing your day to day activities.

* Monitor the pain, if your ankle/heel feel fine then you can try and run with your old shoes and see if it feels better.

Again, if you can answer my questions above I will be able to help you further.

You can write to me directly if you prefer, my email is in my profile.

Good luck and feel better!

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What shoes do you exercise in?

OVO12

Holy, Flip-Flops for exercising?...
Really in Converse and Vans...
Happy Hippie, if the sandals work for you, then they're good enough

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nike free run 3

they are so comfortable and i love the way they look
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Is nike womens free 5.0+ atomic red color sells in nike shop?

That running shoes.

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Yes it will be available in Nike outlet or you should try at Google shoping.

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Is it okay to run with high arch shoes if you have low or average archs?

VIET L

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I think if you ran with high arched shoes, then the arch would push into your arch. So... no. Get some neutral shoes, they are usually flat. And some people say neutral shoes actually strengthen all types of arches so good luck.

What is a good pair of womens running shoes for somone with a very LOW arch (flat footed almost)?

Gi-Gi Roxx

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New Balance are supposed to be good for flat feet. I am a runner too and if you go to a specialty running store and ask, they can find the best shoes for you based not only on your foot but the way you walk and run. They will ask you to do both in your bare feet and then in various pairs of running shoes that are designed for your foot and gait. If you are a serious runner or even semi-serious, that is the only way to go - it will prevent injury and also other parts of your body such as your knees, shins and ankles won't hurt either becuase you have the right support.

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X-C Running Shoes for Overpronator?

"AuuMn

I want to know what kind of shoe I should get-- most reccommend the motion control one but I want a specific one with preferably a link to it and reasonable price.
I think I have a normal-high arch when I used that footprint test. The back of my old running shoes have a lot of wear on the toe side. Oh, and I think I have Morton's toe because my second toe is longer than the first, if that makes any difference. I'm pretty much in the normal weight zone in relation to my height. When running I occasionally get knee pain, Achilles tendonitis/ or something similar, and calve soreness (but I just started running again after not running frequently in a while)
I recently bought the Kanadia TR from Adidas,
http://www.shopadidas.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3209158
but it's not straight on the toe box, but semi-curved which seems to be for neutral runners. I'm not sure if I should just return it and get another pair of shoes.
Also, would putting in some kind of insert soles in the toe area help a bit?

Thanks.

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I don't know what shoes to suggest, but you have a lot of problems involving your feet so you should be very careful choosing your shoes. Don't buy them online. You should go to a specialized running store and tell all these things to a professional! They will help you find the right shoes to stay safe. Don't trust whatever people on the internet tell you, you need actual help from real people who know a lot about shoes. I go to a store called the Runner's Edge but they don't have very many locations. Try to find any similar store in your area.

Running/Trail Shoe?

Q. Can anyone recommend me a good, versitile all terrain running shoe that I would be able to use on a hiking/jogging trail that has challenging steps, and be able to use on a paved road (like around the block of a neighborhood)?

What experience do you have with the shoe you are recommending (I just don't want a Google search on "good trail shoes/ good running shoes and copied here)? Where would I be able to get a pair of what you are recommending?

Thank you!

~jaz~
Okaaay...good advice but it really didn't answer my question though.

Thanks for the input though, I'll keep that in mind...but still looking for shoes..
Okay Chris, more in depth info.

But let me see if I am understanding this correctly.

You're telling me there is no such thing as a "hybrid" shoe? A shoe that you could take on a jogging trail that may include a little rought terrain on the way? Like for instance, a par course that may have some obstacles in the way for additional exercising. I understand that there will be shoes that specialize just in running marathons or sprinting, but it doesn't make senseto me there wouldn't be a versitile shoe.

Also, the pronating part. I am becoming somewhat familiar with this as I am just starting, although it is still a little bit of a foreign term. Still, this is another strange concept in that why would one particular company make a line of shoe that caters to just one type of pronation? Wouldn't it make sense that if they had developed a really good shoe to just make that shoe available in the different pronation formats?
So, let's say 2 deifferent people liked a certain Brooks shoe (because of the style, or color availibility or the technology of the soles). One person was a normal pronator, the other an overpronator.If the Brooks shoe was designed for normal pronation, the other guy is out of luck and would have to settle for a shoe that had been designed for overpronation?

I find this kind of wierd actually. It's like making a really good-looking blazer in one color and in only medium. People who wear small or large are just plain out of luck.

Why wouldn't a manufacturer that designed a shoe that could potentially be a hot seller make it in the various pronations to suit a wider audience?

That is why I ask about what particular shoe people like. I figured I could just be "fitted" with the proper one. Like a blazer being tailored to fit you.
This is actually making me rather discouraged. Just because a salesperson says a particular shoe may be the "right" fit for me, I may not like the way it "looks", or feels in general.

Anyways, I hope I find a shoe. Was hoping someone could've given me a heads up. Looks like I am on my own though.
Chris....much better explanation and in depth insight . I didn't want to burden anyone with having to type as long an explanation as you did, but I immensely appreciate it.

After the discussion about pronation, I looked it up and have a much better understanding about it (I guess I should have stated that before you wrote back, although I had no way of knowing you were going to followup). I went to runnersworld.com (I think).

I still don't understand though, that if a company creates a great looking shoe they know will have mass appeal, why they wouldn't just make that style with the 3 different pronations. It seems to me that it would take just as much effort, if not more, to create a whole different style for another pronation. Anyways, I wouldn't expect you to know why a company would or wouldn't do that. Just seems bad marketing to me.

However, because of your explanation I do understand and feel slightly more confident in my search for a shoe.
Really, the whole reason I asked this was because I wanted to look for a shoe on eBay that I could buy. But it seems with what you've been saying and how it's presented on runnersworld, I should be "fitted" for one.

Although my intention would have been to save money on eBay, I would be wasting my money completely if I had bought one on eBay that wasn't right for my foot. In essence spending more money on one that would be right for me.

Thanks again!

~jaz~

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You can't buy running shoes based on other peoples experience. Because all our feet pronate differently and are different shapes if you buy a shoe that was suitable for someone else, who may be an overpronator, and you're an underpronator then those shoes would not be suitable and would cause a whole range of problems for your feet and legs. You need to go to a specialist running store, they will work out what type of gait you have, and will then using this information reccomend which trail shoes would be suitable. I will not give you a reccomendation for that reason, if you come back with a list of shoes that you've been told were suitable people could help by saying their experiences with these shoes.

Trail shoes are not designed for running on road, they have minimal cushioning and as such will not absorb the shock and will cause problems such as shin splints. Really they should only be used for a short distance to or from a trail route.

Edit in response to your further questions:

First off hybrid shoes that can cope with both trail and road do exist of sorts; but its a bit like jack of all trades master of none. Not enough grip for long periods off road, and not enough cushioning for long on road periods; usually it will be a road shoe with slightly greater grip, if you do just want to do road running with a few off road bits aim for a road shoe that has a harder wearing top and better grip. A trail shoe will not be suitable though, because it will not have s

Will stores like footlocker or champs run out of Jordan XI low?

Asdasd

Im a sneaker fan but not to the point where you "camp" stores. I want the Jordan XI low coming out this Saturday June 8 2013 but im not sure if Footlocker or Champs will have enough, usually they sell out before they even put the sale online and they also have weird random sizes.... like the Retro 8 which they sold only in sizes 7.5, 10.5,11.0 online. Im wondering how fast Foot Locker or Champs run out of stock for Jordan Retro shoes. im size 8.5-9 btw
PS: Do you guys know what sizes they are coming out with?

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You talking bout the black and white ones he'll yes because I'm getting a pair, and my boys those shoes are sexy.

Where can i find heelless shoes that are size 13?

Jesus

I've been looking everywhere possible and i really can't find any. I'm starting to think they don't make them that big. I'm disappointed. If you know anything please let me me know. Thank you!

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Does anyone wear shoes with no socks like skate shoes tennis shoes?

niceguy

Who out there wears skate shoes like dc vans or others or tennis shoes like nike nb, and other brands with no socks on? what do you all think like how does it feel to wear shoes with no socks like it? how long u been going with no socks what got u into it if u dont like it y not

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I always wear my tennis shoes without socks. I hated wearing sock since I was a kid. I started not wearing socks in my tennis shoes since I was about 7 years old. I accidentally got my socks wet as well as a few other kids, so we told by our teacher to take off our regular shoes, and socks,put them on the heat register to dry off, and put our tennis shoes without socks. Me and this other kid became addicted to not wearing socks on our tennis shoes; therefore, I have been wearing my tennis shoes without socks for many years now.

How to clean white Coach tennis shoes???

princessbe

I washed them by hand and now they turned yellow. How can I get rid of the yellow color? Can I take shoes to the dry cleaners to get cleaned?

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NOOOO. Get yourself a box of white chalk. A cheap solution. that should do it..just hand chalk them all over. Just keep doing it... It keeps them looking pretty good.. otherwise liquid white shoe polish. It is still sold, I know you young kids don't know much about shoe polish, but it works well on fabric shoes also.

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What is a good pair of affordable running shoes?

Jenner

I'm about to start training to run and I'm also doing the Susan G Komen 3Day in July. I currently have a pair of Nikes and theyre cute and nice, but I'm going to be needing the right pair of shoes. I want a nice pair that are supportive (very important, my arches strain easily) comfy and if possible, actually kind of cute! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

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Hi there!

A good pair of running shoes really depends on the surface you're running (trail, road or track), the size of your arch (low, medium, high) and your stride (underpronator, neutral, overpronator). If you want the best results go to your local running store and have them conduct a foot analysis on you to determine which is the best shoe for you, whether you need a neutral shoe, stability or motion control. You may also find that you need orthotics particularly if your arches strain easily.

Personally, if you require a lot of cushioning and support I recommend Asics. My current pair are the Nike Zoom Elite+4 for women and they are the perfect shoe for me. To research check out : runnersworld.com as they have loads of reviews on shoes from different brands that may suit you.

If you want a really good pair of running shoes you must be willing to spend at least $100, possibly more. Asics are generally more expensive RRP over $200, but more affordable brands include Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Saucony, Mizuno, Brooks, etc.

Hope this helps! :)

Affordable perfect running shoes?

stephanie

I really want to start running more frequently but I can't due to runner's knee pain someone advised me to try glucosamine which I started a day ago but I also want to buy a different running shoe. Does anyone know where to find affordable running shoes that would be good for these characteristics:
underpronator
flat footed
heel strike (although not an extreme heel strike)
I really don't want to spend more than $45 on these shoes but if it's slightly over that it's fine

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Have you got a brand in your mind?
I'm a Brooks' fan club so I would get a pair of Brooks Jogging.

This might help you get some ideas, it's a list of Top 10 Brooks Running Shoes for guys and gals.

http://www.facebook.com/notes/buydborg/top-10-brooks-jogging-shoes-for-men-and-women/298867836863040

Good luck!

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2012-2013 Fashion Trends?

Al

What are some fashion trends from 2012-2013?

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vans (shoes)
floral print
high low dresses
skinny jeans!
lace shirts/shorts
dip dyed shorts
camo
spikes
combat boots
victoria secret sweat pants
wearing your hair in buns
jean jackets
chiffon tanks or shirts
bandeaus (bra thing) with tanks
nike free runs
mocassins
high waisted shorts!

Do you a mind to choose Best Trail Running Shoes?

BURTON

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the actual Brooks, received editorâs alternative in a very 2013 Runnerâs Planet, so that it possesses many believability position guiding it. The well-lugged singular and also wraparound feet defense makes an extremely protecting sneaker, that is great when youâre managing in rugged areas.

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Plantar Fasciitis?

Chitowngal

I'm not sure if I have it. All I know is I have tenderness in my left heel. Worse in the morning. I don't feel like a knife is sticking into my foot. I do my aerobics just fine... then an hour or two later, my foot is more tender. It is just slightly more bloated than my other foot (swelling maybe)?

Question... do you think I have Plantar Fasciitis?

If so, what do you recommend I do to treat it?

Not exercising is not an option. I just changed my shoes and have been doing more lifting and less cardio (jumping etc). Any advice on this?

What will happen if I continue exercising as usual? I am assuming the problem was my shoes and I have changed them. I have heard that it should heal on its own within a year. Am I good to go with exercise then? I can tolerate the discomfort afterwards... as long as I know I'm not doing any permanent damage.

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Be careful... Not taking care of this can lead to a long painful recovery later on See the doc Do the proper exercises and observe the restrictions or "not exercising not being an option" may suddenly no longer be an option.

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d: Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain for which professional care is sought. A variety of terms have been used to describe it including jogger's heel, tennis heel, Policeman's heel, and an outdated term, gonorrheal heel reflecting the old thought that it was somehow related to that sexually transmitted disease.

Pathophysiology: The plantar fascia originates on the medial tubercle of the calcaneus and fans out over the bottom of the foot to insert onto the proximal phalanges and the flexor tendon sheaths. It forms the longitudinal arch of the foot and functions as a shock-absorber as well an arch support. The term fasciitis may be somewhat of a misnomer since the disease is actually a degenerative process with or without inflammatory changes, which may include fibroblastic proliferation. This has been proven from biopsies of fascia from people undergoing surgery for plantar fascia release. It is commonly believed to be caused by repetitive microtrauma to the fascia.

Frequency:

* In the US: Plantar fasciitis accounts for about 10% of runner-related injuries and 11-15% of all foot symptoms requiring professional care. It is thought to occur in 10% of the general population as well. It may present bilaterally in a third of cases.

Mortality/Morbidity: Plantar fascitis probably may lead to significant morbidity placing strict activity limitations on the patient. In addition, due to the pain in the foot leading to changes in patterns of bearing weight, associated additional injury to the hip and knee joints may also occur.

Race: Race and ethnicity play no role in the incidence of plantar fasciitis.

Sex: The condition occurs equally in both sexes in young people. Some studies show a peak incidence may occur in women aged 40-60 years.

Age: The condition can occur at any age. As mentioned, a peak incidence may occur in women aged 40-60 years.

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History:

* The patient reports inferior heel pain with the first few steps taken in the morning or after other long periods of nonweightbearing.

* A limp may be present, and patients may prefer to walk on their toes.

* Initially, the pain decreases with ambulation but then increases throughout the day as activity increases. Pain is worsened by walking barefoot on hard surfaces or by walking up stairs.

* Associated paresthesias, nocturnal pain, or systemic symptoms should raise suspicion of other causes of heel pain (ie, neoplastic, infectious, neurologic causes).

* Patients may report that before the onset of pain, they had increased the amount or intensity of activity including, but not limited to, running or walking. They may have also started exercising on a different type of surface, or they may have recently changed footwear.

Physical:

* The patient may have tenderness upon palpation of the anteromedial aspect of the heel.

* Ankle dorsiflexion may be limited due to tightness of the Achilles tendon.

* Pain may be exacerbated by passive dorsiflexion of the toes or by having the patient stand on his or her toes.


Causes:

* The cause of plantar fasciitis is unclear and may be multifactorial. Because of the high incidence in runners, it is best postulated to be caused by repetitive microtrauma. Possible risk factors include obesity, occupations requiring prolonged standing, heel spurs, pes planus (excessive pronation of the foot), and reduced dorsiflexion of the ankle.

Plantar fasciitis ?

Dog Lover

i do not know if i have Plantar fasciitis or not i just get pain in my heels after i run on them and when i get home and then i get up the pain gets worse.I went to hospital with my feet to have an x-ray but nothing showed up.Ive been running for 6 years in october just to let you know i have never experienced this sort of pain before.It is not althete's foot this has been going on for over two months.it started out with just pain in my left heel but after a month it spread to my right heel. I dont know what is wrong can you please help me ?? do i have Plantar fasciitis ?

thanks in advance

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Sounds like Plantar Fasciatis (this could take a while to read, but its best to be well informed):
Most commonly, heel pain is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia â the tissue along the bottom of your foot that connects your heel bone to your toes. The condition is called plantar fasciitis.
Plantar fasciitis causes stabbing or burning pain that's usually worse in the morning because the fascia tightens (contracts) overnight. Once your foot limbers up, the pain of plantar fasciitis normally decreases, but it may return after long periods of standing or after getting up from a seated position.
In most cases, you can overcome the pain of plantar fasciitis without surgery or other invasive treatments. And you can take steps to prevent plantar fasciitis from recurring.
Most commonly, heel pain is caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia â the tissue along the bottom of your foot that connects your heel bone to your toes. The condition is called plantar fasciitis (PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis).

Plantar fasciitis causes stabbing or burning pain that's usually worse in the morning because the fascia tightens (contracts) overnight. Once your foot limbers up, the pain of plantar fasciitis normally decreases, but it may return after long periods of standing or after getting up from a seated position.

In most cases, you can overcome the pain of plantar fasciitis without surgery or other invasive treatments. And you can take steps to prevent plantar fasciitis from recurring.
You can take some simple steps now to prevent painful steps later:

Maintain a healthy weight. This minimizes the stress on your plantar fascia.
Choose supportive shoes. Give stilettos the boot. Also avoid shoes with excessively low heels. Buy shoes with a low to moderate heel, good arch support and shock absorbency. Don't go barefoot, especially on hard surfaces.
Don't wear worn-out athletic shoes. Replace your old athletic shoes before they stop supporting and cushioning your feet. If you're a runner, buy new shoes after about 400 miles of use.
Start sports activities slowly. Warm up before starting any athletic activity or sport, and start a new exercise program slowly.
Wake up with a stretch. Before you get out of bed in the morning, stretch your calf muscles, arch and Achilles tendon by reaching for your toes and gently flexing your foot. This helps reverse the tightening of the plantar fascia that occurs overnight or you can get a splint to wear to bed (looks like a sling).
By following these self-care tips, you may be able to eliminate heel pain without further treatment:

Apply ice. Hold a cloth-covered ice pack over the area of pain for 15 to 20 minutes three or four times a day or after activity. Or try ice massage. Freeze a water-filled paper cup and roll it over the site of discomfort for about five to seven minutes. Regular ice massage can help reduce pain and inflammation.
Put your feet up. Stay off your feet for several days when the pain is severe.
Decrease your miles. You probably won't have to permanently retire your running or walking shoes, but it's a good idea to cover shorter distances until pain subsides.
Take up a no- or low-impact exercise. Swap swimming or bicycling for walking or jogging. You'll likely be able to return to your regular activities as heel pain gradually improves or disappears. However, some people find that the only way to avoid a recurring problem is to permanently modify their aerobic activities.
Add arch supports to your shoes. Inexpensive over-the-counter arch supports take the tension off the plantar fascia and help absorb shock.
Try acupressure techniques. Apply pressure to your heel by rolling a golf ball or tennis ball with the arch of your foot while you are standing and stabilized. This can help reduce pain and increase blood flow.
Use over-the-counter pain medications. Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others), naproxen (Aleve) and others may ease pain and inflammation, although they won't treat the underlying problem. Use as directed, tapering off as your pain decreases.
Stretch your arches. Simple exercises using household objects can stretch or strengthen your plantar fascia, Achilles tendon and calf muscles. Go to www.runnersworld.com and check their injury preventions for excercises.
Good luck and happy running:)

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Would gaining more weight help?

Liz

I began recovering from anorexia back in May. I am 20, 5'4" and was about 76 pounds. Once I began eating 2,500-2,700 calories a day, I gained weight rapidly. I put on about 20 pounds in 5-6 weeks. Once I got to 98 pounds, I cut down my calories and began trying to maintain. I went to 1,800 calories a day and went back to running. I was running 20-25 minutes a day on a 5% incline at 5 mph with intervals of 5.5-6 mph. I think I increased my activity too much too fast because after about 2 or 3 weeks, I began feeling pain in my inner left ankle. That started at the beginning of August, and I am still feeling it. I had x-rays with an orthopedist last week, and he couldn't see anything wrong, which is kind of upsetting because I want to know what is wrong and when it will heal. I just want to be able to run again because that is one of my most favorite things to do. When I first began having the pain, I panicked because I felt like I couldn't eat 1,800 calories without exercise, so I started going to the gym everyday to use the elliptical. At first, I could only do 25 minutes max., but now I make myself go 6 or 7 days a week and make myself do it for 60 minutes. I do the interval course so that I do a resistance of 1 and then a resistance of 8, alternating between the two every two minutes. I don't know if that's a good workout or not, but I assume that it is because I sweat and breathe heavily the whole way through. I also still do my ab exercises for 10 minutes twice daily, but they aren't strenuous and Pilates for 10-20 minutes. I try to stay as active as possible, yet I still feel like I am not doing enough. I haven't weighed myself in months because I am too scared to see the number because I always tell myself that I am big and can't stand to gain anymore. I am probably still about 100 pounds, give or take a few. I haven't gotten my period back yet, so I know that is a problem. Could this be a stress fracture or something else? When I feel pain in my ankle, I bend it up and down gently to relieve the pain, and often times when I do that, I hear popping noises. I'm not sure how to explain it.

Besides all of those questions, my other question is if I were to go back to eating about 2,500 calories and gain some more weight, would my ankle be more likely to heal? I REALLY don't want to gain more weight. I am so scared to do so. My whole life, I have never weighed more than 100, if even that, so I don't know what I would look like at a higher weight. I already feel big as it is, so I can't imagine weighing EVEN more. However, I know that I may someday need to gain more to regain my period. I just feel so lost, hopeless, confused, and upset. Thank you so much for reading this.=)

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OK, first thing, deep breaths and relax....... there is nothing to panic about. Huge kudos to you for overcoming your eating disorder. Just a quick thought on your diet, recommended daily intake for a woman is 2,000 calories a day. If you are eating 2500 a day on your current exercise routine that is probably not enough but take it easy, anorexia is not like getting over a head cold. Speak to your doctor and get a good health check done.

I think you just need to take it easy on your ankle. Your exercise routine looks quite intense and 6 or 7 days a week is a little excessive. Try a day on day off routine to give your body time to recover properly and heal. The pain you are feeling is most likely tendon or ligament strain. This won't show up on an x-ray it is not a bone injury. The incline run puts a big strain on your calves and ankles. Ideally, you should build up the strength in your calves slowly to prevent shin splints and ankle injuries like the one you have. My advice is go low impact exercise and stay off the treadmill for at least a month. It sounds a long time but it can take a long time for injuries to heal properly. The popping noise could be swelling in the joint or the tendon. Take some ibuprofen (if you can of course) to relieve the inflamation and rest up.

Work on your calf and ankle strength in the meantime with calf raises and wobble board curls/shoulder presses (a board that has a flat top and a half ball on the underside while curling dumbbells). This will help a lot to support your ankle when you try running again. Start off slow and gentle with no incline. Skipping is a good exercise for calves and ankle stength. Start off on a soft carpeted floor in running shoes for 5 minutes a day then build up slowly by a minute a week. The eliptical is a good form of exercise to just don't go nuts!

I'm a long distance triathlete and had shin splints last year. Never had them before and had no idea how I got them or why. It completely ruined my whole season I couldn't run, jog or walk far. I had 3 ironman and 3 marathons planned for that year. Running is a real passion for me after a serious back injury in 1990 when I was told I wouldn't walk again without crutches. Being unable to train was really really hard but it made me appreciate what I could do like cycle, swim, weight lift and spend time with my wife and kids. Sometimes injury is a good thing!

As for your weight, stay off the scales for as long as possible! Your body is recovering and healing and needs some time to get back to as normal as it can. Think about getting healthy and fixing your ankle properly first, then when your periods start again think about stepping on some scales.

Good luck, someone in Scotland is rooting for you!

Any way that I can make these skates work, or any suggestions on replacing them?

Mom_to_3

I have a pair of men's Riedell Royal boots with Coronation Ace blades that I've had for at least 17 years. (I had made it up through Basic 8 and was going to take private lessons, so I needed a better skate. I bought these second hand, which is why I have men's skates.) They are size 7.5 (no idea on width). They are still in excellent shape with the blades only having a bit of rust on the mounting brackets.

Anyway, I've been going to Open Skates with my 6 yr old daughter who is now taking lessons herself. This is the first time I've been reguarly skating in 16 yrs or so. In those 17 yrs, my women's size 9 feet have grown a bit wider. The skates were always a tight fit (with tights), but now they are absolutely killing my feet. I thought my socks were too thick, so I wore the thinnest socks I could find and it was murder. My left foot was fine. My right foot is slightly larger, with the ball of my foot screaming in pain, and the area around the widest part of my foot felt like it was in a vice. When I removed both boots, my toes went "to sleep" for a while (had to keep them moving to "wake" them up). I couldn't stay on the ice for long. If I worked up enough speed, it wasn't as bad, but the rink was crowded, and I have to keep pace with my daughter, who is in Basic 2.

I figure I really need new boots, but can't really afford that, and I am worried I'll get the wrong fit. Plus, I love the support my Royals offer, and I can't determine which of the lower cost Riedells offered now would offer the same level of support (if any). No professional skate shops in my town.

I was wondering if anyone had any tips that would help me salvage these existing skates. If not, I wanted some feedback on the newer boots and also was wondering if I could reuse my existing blades and what I would have to do to get them mounted onto new boots.

Thanks.
Oh, two things to add. I am an overweight person (which I know doesn't help, but thought the exercise would help that, plus I love to skate), and I will need to order my boots online (FYI).
Thank you, JustMe! I don't have a pro shop in my area that I know of, so I may have to make a trip to Chicago or Detroit (I'm in between the two). To answer your question, no, there's no real creases to speak of. They were almost new when I bought them and I didn't use them much. Thanks again.

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I feel your pain - I also had skates get too small after having children. That pain is horrible - it aches after you take off the skates, too. Arrrgh.

Since you bought these skates used, they were already broken in, but they had enough support for your use. That's a great bargain, but if they don't fit, don't make yourself miserable. Those old Royals were pretty stiff back in the day, but today's Royals are rock-hard. You'll never break them in with your occasional skating and they'll give you bruises and shin splints if you buy that model and try to use them.

Are the boots creased a lot? If not, they are probably not broken down, so they might be able to be salvaged. If they're very creased, it's probably better to get a new pair.

First, figure out just how tight they really are...pull out the insole and put it on the ground.
Put your foot on it with the heel against the back. See how much your foot hangs over the front or the sides.

If it's just a tad too narrow or small, you can take them to a pro shop or a shoe repair place and ask to have the front of the skate stretched. Tell them whether it's too long or too narrow. They'll put a stretcher in overnight.

Thinner socks like pantyhose or tights will help a bit too.

You can also replace the insole with a thin, flat one, but that affects the arch support. I think Riedells have pretty thin insoles to start with, so it might not do anything.

Given the economy, most pro shops aren't carrying skate inventory for adults. Call and ask in advance and make an appointment for measurements. Most shops don't charge for measuring, although some charge a nominal fee if you don't buy from the shop. Have them measure your feet (length AND WIDTH) for both Riedell and Jackson skates. Riedells tend to run more narrow than Jacksons and they're about a half to a whole size different, so an 8 in one is a 7 or 7.5 in the other. Make sure to write down both brands' measurements, just in case there's a mixup later. (Word to the wise)

I always recommend buying skates from a good pro shop. It costs less and causes fewer headaches in the long run, even though it seems like buying over the internet is cheaper - it really isn't when you add in shipping, handling, sharpening, heat-molding, and adjustments. Pro shops usually include all of that in the purchase price.

If they don't have the size you need in stock, let them order it, especially if it's a wide width.
Don't get fooled into buying a longer length instead of a wider width - too-long skates cause trips and falls.

When the skates come in, check to be sure they're the right size. Sometimes the distributor sends the wrong size and the pro shop doesn't notice. Let them heat-mold the skates to your feet and get them sharpened right away. That speeds break in and really makes the skates much more comfortable from the start. The "factory sharpening" is usually poor (uneven edges) and doesn't last, so save yourself a trip and get them sharpened right away.

Get hard guards and terrycloth soakers that fit so you'll be all set to skate.

When you store your skates FOR THE SEASON, dry them really well and let them warm up to room temperature. Then put a light coat of machine oil, WD-40 or vaseline on the edges to prevent rust and cover with the soakers.

If you were up to Basic 8, I would suggest you get a pair of beginner freestyle skates.
Riedell recently updated their product line, so you might be able to get some bargains on last year's closeouts.

Riedell's Gold Medallions or Bronze/Silver stars will be good for a skater at your level. Both have great support, a good freestyle blade and are heat-moldable. They cost around $250 new, but many pro shops sell used skates on consignment, so you might get another bargain. Doesn't hurt to ask.

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