my feet hurt~!! have had awful problems, but my podiatrist told me i'd have to spend $400 for orthotics!! cannot afford that at all, but am very concerned about my feet. (seriously, feels as though i'm walking on broken toes ;( !!!
thank you so so much!
and ps: on a funny note, don't want to ask my family for money towards ugly orthotics for x-mas!! hee heee
2007-12-14 12:43:40 · 2 answers · asked by John P 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
The idea is your feet hurt for a specific reason. The reason is the specialty of the Podiatrist, could be inward, or outward turn, fallen arches, heel spur, even the way you walk. Therefore you need to see the Podiatrist, find out the mechanical problem and have the insoles made to 'correct' the specific problem. You need your feet, usually for life and I think they are worth more than 400 Dollars, unless you think life in a wheelchair is less expensive? Therefore, get the problem sorted and enjoy life walking rather than disabled. Good Luck
2007-12-15 07:06:05 · answer #1 · answered by gillianprowe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is nothing as good as custom orthotics from the podiatrist. But you can try the generic cheap orthotics from pharmacies. I recommend the brand Spenco. Costs $20-30. Unlike the other cheap orthotics, it's hard plastic for proper support. You may have to buy online, they're not common in stores. Here's one:
http://www.spenco-arch-supports.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=959&HS=1
Just keep this in mind, cheap orthotics only help with your medial arch, they don't help with other arches or additional support for the heel. When you're ready -- after 9-12 months from wearing Spenco's, I recommend to get customs from the podiatrist.
2007-12-14 20:53:52 · answer #2 · answered by Dr. K 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋