Help! I like to jog but have bunion foot pain at times. What can I do to still jog but reduce pain?
I love jogging and walking – both treadmill and outdoors. I do have bunions but have not gotten surgery to correct. I have just worn comfortable shoes and there is little to no pain. But after I jog a few days in a row it starts up again. Anyone out there had similar problem or knowledge about foot health or shoes with ideas? Are there better shoes, brand names, supports? I would have to not be able to jog…:( Thanks for your help.
I’d suggest getting some custom orthotics made. Not just the OTC ones. Either go to a pedorthist or podiatrist and have them made for your feet. I’d also suggest seeing if they’ll give you a splint to help pull your toe to where it should be. Then make sure you’re taking anti-inflammatory meds when there’s pain.
July 1st, 2009 at 10:06 pm
I’d suggest getting some custom orthotics made. Not just the OTC ones. Either go to a pedorthist or podiatrist and have them made for your feet. I’d also suggest seeing if they’ll give you a splint to help pull your toe to where it should be. Then make sure you’re taking anti-inflammatory meds when there’s pain.
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Fellow bunion sufferer
July 1st, 2009 at 10:30 pm
There are quite a few shoe inserts that increase comfort… I think the gel ones are quite comfy. After running, you should try soaking your feet in, perhaps, a vibrating foot bath with epsom salt. Another part could be jogging on less rough terrain. Jagged rocks and stones can cause pressure on a certain part of the foot making running even harder and more painful.
Hope I could help.
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