suggestions for shoes?

thatshistorical

I recently purchased a pair of Asics gel nimbus running shoes and I think they are making my feet and knees hurt more, not less. I can't even walk in them without being in pain. My left knee has a jagged tibial plateau from a fracture 2 years ago, so I need stability and support to help cushion that (basically the jagged edge from the break has carved into my cartilage and so its thicker on one side of my knee than another). My right ankle suffered a tear in the peroneal tendon 15 years ago, then again 10 years ago, and that's not counting the multiple smaller injuries to it. I think the arch is now higher on that foot, because I feel like that side is supinating something fierce and the other isn't. Apparently higher arches are common after those ankle injuries--and supination goes hand in hand with that. So I'm looking for a shoe that can help with that more than anything. I bought the nimbus to help with the knees but my right foot is screaming after just a walk. And it's going numb on the top of the right side--it's like more weight is being pushed to the outside. Does that make sense? Any suggestions for shoes for supination help?

isulo_kura

You need to go somewhere and get your gait analysed. You have multiple issues going on and you're just guessing about what will solve the issues. It may be worth finding a good sports physio to look at these issues

callsitlikeiseeit

go to a running store.

it was the best thing i ever did for my feet!!!!

shadowfax_c11

Gel is a terrible idea for distributing pressure. It bottoms out and the materiel just moves(squishes out) and puts pressure points in other places. It also traps heat. As a horse person I have known for years that materiel like gel, neoprene and memory foam are bad news when it comes to padding used to distribute pressure. It is a big topic for those looking for the right pad to fut their saddle. I don't know what makes people fee like these are good materiel for shoes.

Now you add to this the issue with your knees. You are trying to run/walk on top of materiel that is shifting out from under your weight as you move. This does not provide support of any kind. In fact it creates instability. I have found that the best shoes to prevent my knees form getting upset have been the zero drop shoes with a firm and flexible sole like the newer "barefoot" running shoes. I have had great results using Vibram five fingers, Fila Skeletoes and some of the Merrel running shoes.

That said. These shoes require an adjustment period. Your feet will need to get accustomed to actually working and you may need to build bone density. You should not put these shoes on and expect to go straight to your normal routine. It took me about 3 months of slowly introducing them to get to the point where my feet and legs were strong enough to be essentially barefoot all day, especially on hard surfaces. My knee pain reduced dramatically within the first week though.

slp51

I learned today that there are three types of running (workout) shoes: Stability, Mobility, and Regular. I need Stability, because I had polio and am partially paralyzed on one side, but am able to walk. My left leg tends to want to go inward, so the shoe is supposed to help stabilize and correct that.

Today I bought Brooks Stability running shoes. This was at the recommendation of the owner of the athletic shoe store. So I second the suggestion to go to a running store and have a specialist advise you as to the type of shoe that works best for you.

thatshistorical

I went to one of the best running stores in Atlanta--phiddipides--and spent a good hour trying on 12 different kinds of shoes. I'm pulling out my hair because I had some laid back asics that cost $49 at TJ Maxx that did me well, until their life span ended. I felt the knee pain more with those but no foot pain. Now I'm out $125 for shoes that make me wince when I run on anything other than a low impact treadmill. They were okay in the gym, and I adjusted the laces a bit to make them tighter around the heel after the first few workouts, but I can't wear them outside on concrete or asphalt. Too much uncertainty in terrain and I feel like I'm going to roll my ankle. My sister in law is a heavy girl like me, also with ankle and knee issues and these worked wonders for her. My gait was analyzed after PT ended, it's pretty good--I have a consistent midfoot strike.

Minimalist shoes are not really an option. My knee pain will not improve with replicating a barefoot run, since there's the pesky issue of a piece of jagged bone digging into my cartilage on my tibial plateau.

I guess my issue to try to beat is the supination--any suggestions of footwear to try? (going to try the brooks stability this weekend! Thanks slp51!)

suruda

If you know what type of shoes worked for you before, I would "google" the brand and style and see if I could get a new pair of the same!

Cave_Goose

I've been running in Brooks Adrenaline and really like them. I recently added Muzino Wave Inspire to my running shoe rotation and WOW! very comfortable. Minimalist shoes caused me a lot of pain/grief.

For everyday walking/wear, you can't beat Birkenstock sandals. They are the single most comfortable shoe on the planet, and my physical therapist confirmed they are the best shoes for folks like me. (I have flat feet and arthritis in both knees.)

lishie_rebooted

thatshistorical wrote: »

I went to one of the best running stores in Atlanta--phiddipides--and spent a good hour trying on 12 different kinds of shoes. I'm pulling out my hair because I had some laid back asics that cost $49 at TJ Maxx that did me well, until their life span ended. I felt the knee pain more with those but no foot pain. Now I'm out $125 for shoes that make me wince when I run on anything other than a low impact treadmill. They were okay in the gym, and I adjusted the laces a bit to make them tighter around the heel after the first few workouts, but I can't wear them outside on concrete or asphalt. Too much uncertainty in terrain and I feel like I'm going to roll my ankle. My sister in law is a heavy girl like me, also with ankle and knee issues and these worked wonders for her. My gait was analyzed after PT ended, it's pretty good--I have a consistent midfoot strike.

Minimalist shoes are not really an option. My knee pain will not improve with replicating a barefoot run, since there's the pesky issue of a piece of jagged bone digging into my cartilage on my tibial plateau.

I guess my issue to try to beat is the supination--any suggestions of footwear to try? (going to try the brooks stability this weekend! Thanks slp51!)

If you're still within the store's return window, bring them back and tell them the issues you've had