When I play basketball the bottom of my feet feel like knives being stuck in them and it becomes hard to walk?

Question

It hurts in the calves and shins as well. While my feet feel numb almost like when ur foot falls asleep. I've tried stretching more and new basketball shoes but cant seem to shake it. What could it be and what should i do?

Answer 1

First, soak your feet with ice after you play. second, buy orthotics from a target or wal-mart, Yes, i know that they are cheap, but they might provide temporary relief. also, go to foot doctor. I have $300 orthotics and they work great.
i play football and baseball, my feet were hurting the same way a few years ago, and the pain wouldnt go away. i went to the foot doctor and he casted my foot with plaster and had the orthotics custom made.
now, i feel much better. all i needed was some extra support and it worked out to be a lot better. i've been pain-free for 2 years.

Answer 2

I would see a Doctor for these symptoms. Your age would be helpful. Arterial thrombosis (blockage) has these symptoms.

Answer 3

may be shin splints...or may be fasheitice (sp?) - if it hurts in the heels and up...terrible pain...i know...cutting sugar out of my diet for 5 days seemed to relieve it for me...