It hurts so much that I want to go home after just arriving.....I have to wear a certain kind of shoes and they are ok, but my feet continue to hurt. Should I take some sort of medicine while at work or what?
2007-08-15 18:46:29 · 24 answers · asked by Betty Sue 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
what are those certain shoes, and if they were really okay then your feet wouldn't hurt after a few minutes at work.
however, don't get arch supports unless you are sure that is the cause. go see a podiatrist or go to a shoe store that specializes in helping people in pain.
THIS IS THE BEST ADVICE: when you stand all day your calf muscles become tensed, fatigued, and "short." your shortened calf muscles can actually pull on the feet and cause pain.
do the standard calf stretch. hands on the wall at arms length, bend one knee while stretching the other leg behind you as far as you can, leg straight and heel on the floor. don't overstretch, but if the calf feels really tight, hold a light stretch for 15 seconds, reverse legs and stretch the other for 15 seconds, and repeat 4 times, each time you should get a better stretch.
also, standing on a step on your toes with your heels hanging over, body straight, gently lower your heels til you get a nice pull, and hold as above.
you may need a special foot brace to wear at night to keep your toes from pointing and letting your calves shorten.
advil or ibuprofen will help with the pain. but it won't make the problem go away.
discover the real cause and solve your problem.
good luck.
2007-08-15 19:10:27 · answer #1 · answered by july 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree with the previous poster. Shoes make all the difference. I've had shoes that I thought were comfortable but when I walked a lot in them they were horrible. I would soak them, massage them, take some ibuprofen. If they continue to hurt after a few more days then go in, maybe you have a bone spur or a light fracture. If you broke anything you would most likely have swelling or bruising, but you could have somehow mildly fractured it. I know my feet sometimes take a while to feel better after walking a lot or after even slight injuries. Hopefully it's just that they're sore or something minor.
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2016-04-14 08:34:47 · answer #2 · answered by Susan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy some comfy insoles that would fit into the shoes. Or did you tell you boss that those shoes really hurt and could you get something comparable to the ones you must wear?! Don't make it more complicated that it should be. You do have a choice to be happy were you work or find another job.
2007-08-15 18:51:18 · answer #3 · answered by Izzy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i take it your a girl but their are a few details that are needed here what size are your feet and whats your age this all relates i will explaian later, i think you should see your doctor to get some help or if you are wearing under or oversized shoes then your screwed but wear comfortarable shoes also why i asked your age is because if you are a older person you could have pain from other stuff i am not a doctor so i dont know.
ps can someone check out my last qusteion
2007-08-15 18:52:00 · answer #4 · answered by mets rule 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Are you heavy? If you are, arch supports may help, but if you have a job where you have to stand in the same place all day, you might want to find a new job. I worked as a cashier and my feet were killing me day and night. 800mg of Ibuprofin seemed to work pretty good, but a job that allows you to either sit down or move around so your weight is distributed more evenly would be the best option.
2007-08-15 18:54:41 · answer #5 · answered by BigJoeCool 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's ok to complain about you shoes. Do you have a human resources dept? Ask if there are some other options on your choice of shoes. I believe your employer would want your feet to be comfortable.
2007-08-15 18:52:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take another pair of shoes to switch back and forth.
I sympathize with you.
It will take at least 2 weeks to get use to it.
When you have a break and during your lunch, rub your feet with lotion.
Hope you get your shoes and feet broke in.
Be sure you wear a shoe with good support.
Good luck to you. I've been there and done that.
Thanks for the question.
2007-08-15 18:56:32 · answer #7 · answered by DeeJay 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try this....put padding in for the ball of your foot.
From my experience the pain in your feet will only get worst because that same pain will go to your ankles and then to your knees.
If you talk with your manager you should be able to come to a compromise. Ultimately you won't be as productive as you could be and the company will lose money.
2007-08-15 18:57:00 · answer #8 · answered by meinanic 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hon, you need a different job that won't be so physically demanding. Some people can do it and some of us can't and like you, I can't. It's sad because I enjoy waitressing and stuff but it's just too hard on my body now. I am young and I have arthritis in my kness, back problems, diabetes, and neuropathy. i just have to face the reality that i need a job that suits me. Maybe you can find an easier job!
2007-08-15 18:52:52 · answer #9 · answered by daddyz_gurl_emg 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
what kind of job?if your a wait person try insoles massaging socks- they exsist I have a pair. Try wearing thinner socks thicker socks. Take a break when you can and sit on the toliet pants up with a seat liner on the can to rest your feet for a few. drink water and rub your calfs to keep the flow going. Invest in a foot massager, rub your feet with an invigorating lotion and treat your self to a weekly foot massage. you'll get used to it soon.
2007-08-15 18:52:57 · answer #10 · answered by fbarkon 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋