DisFam95 said:I've been there done that. I year ago I developed plantar fascitis. I'm a PT so I started my own treatment w/ no luck. I did 2 months of strecthes, ice, exercise etc. I was in excruciating heel pain each morning. I was getting suggestions for podiatrists and ready to have my foot cut open I hurt so bad.
At my local running store (not Foot Locker but a serious runner sstore) It was suggested i try the inserts in my shoe called Superfeet. She told me to wear them all day. I did. I woke up the next day with zero pain. I wore my inserts faithfully until I was healed. I had very minor aches off and on about a week and then nothing. Now I can go without w/ no problems. I've recommended them to 3 other people w/ similar problems and the same result.
I saw them at Nordstroms the other day in the shoe dept but I know you can buy online too..just google Superfeet.
I also love the New Balance shoes. Get a professional fit fom someone. AT a runners store they know what they are doing. They watch me walk bare foot and check my gait. They won't sell me the pair of shoes I think looks 'cute' but rather the shoe that's best for my foot. They actually told me no that they thought I supinated (ankle rolls out) too much in the pair I picked (randomly based on looks). They inspect the bottoms of my existing shoes to see where the 'wear' is and how I walk.
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dance2874 said:I dont want to hear about your crocs though. I have tried them, both the regular crocs, croc sandals and imitations. No go. After a few hours at the mall I could barely walk.
I have bad foot pain, in my heels, and most days after a moderate amount of walking I am in pain. I am dreading how I will feel after a week at DisneySo tell me about your shoes including specific styles, and any tips you may have for foot pain! I wont have a fridge so the ice packs/frozen water bottle trick is out. What kind of shoes should I be looking for- cross trainers, walking shoes, running shoes? I am clueless.
A good deal is important, but comfort is key here.I leave in exaclty 2 weeks, so time is of the essence
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frndofpooh said:Have you seen a doctor for this? If you have not, then perhaps you could make an appointment to see one before you leave. Depending on the problem, there can be stretches and certain taping techniques and splints that will help you get through Disney.
As for shoes, what you buy should depend on how you walk. This can be evaluated well at most running shoe specialty stores. They can steer you to the proper show after seeing how you walk. Both my husband and I over pronate when walking. He wears a Brooks shoe and I wear an Etonic shoe - both provide more stability and reduce the amount of pronation (which often reduces heel pain).
I feel for you - I have terrible plantar fasciitis in my left foot so walking Disney is a challenge (but one I love to take on!). Good luck!
mickeyluv'r said:There is also a place near us that sells special sandals that correct for the way we walk. You have to get used to walking in them, but they help correct multple foot problems. Nearly everyone in the store had been sent their by their podiatrist, so if you start there, a professional can probably give you the best advice.