I have quite bad pronation of my ankles (due to Marfan syndrome) and I'm waiting to see the podiatrist to get some prescription insoles made for my shoes. The waiting list is currently about 11 months long. Is there anything I can do in the meantime? I have some shop-bought inserts, but they don't work very well. Sometimes my ankles get really sore because of this. Recently I've started having problems with my hips as well and I'm sure the fact that I don't walk properly doesn't help.
2007-11-15 09:11:07 · 3 answers · asked by Athene1710 4 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
No not really.... you will need custom made insoles. A pair of training shoes with built in antipronation devices fitted are helpful. I would get in touch with the Podiatry service and tell them about your increasing problems, especially in your hips and hopefully they will be sympathetic on your waiting list place... you can also ask to be put on the cancellation list if you can attend the hospital at short notice (usually a few hours)
2007-11-15 09:42:17 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your Doc to refer you for Physiotherapy. Once their ask them about Pilate's exercise and if they can show you a few good exercises to try, if not a local class to join. I have RA and the Hospital PT sent me to a Pilate's Class. It was tough work and one day we were told to stand on one leg, no problem, until I tried it! I then returned to PT due to 4 degree pronation on both feet, turning inwards and have temporary PT made insoles until the real ones arrive. However the benefits are excellent and it was well worth all the waiting, asking, exercise and I am off on a nice three mile walk now. Good Luck
2007-11-16 00:57:01 · answer #2 · answered by gillianprowe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a Reflexologist, I work with a lot of feet and help people solve a lot of problems.
The best non-perscription insoles we've found are superfeet. They are reasonably priced and very durable. You can order them online at:
http://www.superfeet.com/
The other thing that fixes a lot of foot problems is Earth Shoes. They are pricey but several of my clients say they are worth their weight in gold.
You can buy the online at: http://www.planetshoes.com/brands.asp?bc=Earth
2007-11-15 11:17:44 · answer #3 · answered by Patricia 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋