Walking/running in on my feet

KatM2014

So I tried to search for this, but I had a brain fart and couldn't think what to search.

Basically, I walk in on my feet, which causes me knee problems. I HAVE gone to the Dr who gave it a name and has referred me to a podiatrist, so I will hopefully get insoles/professional advice in the next few weeks, but I was hoping someone here might be able to give me some advice exercise-wise.

I've started C25K and so far (touch wood) I'm getting on okay, but my knees are starting to get a little stiff. Is there anything anyone can advise I do short term to help protect my knees and feet before my referral comes through and the magic foot doctor can fix me?

Cheers!

Kat

runnergrlfl

Are you talking pronation?

If you go to a running speciality store, they will usually put you on a treadmill and record your gait, then tell you if you over or under pronate, or are neutral. Based on that, they can recommend a pair of running shoes that will possibly help alleiviate the discomfort you are experiencing when running.

KatM2014

Are you talking pronation?

If you go to a running speciality store, they will usually put you on a treadmill and record your gait, then tell you if you over or under pronate, or are neutral. Based on that, they can recommend a pair of running shoes that will possibly help alleiviate the discomfort you are experiencing when running.

You are a gem - thank you. As luck would have it, a new running store has just opened up in my town, I'll take a trip in and see what they can do for me.

Cherimoose

Yes, sounds like over-pronation. The podiatrist may try to sell you very expensive arch supports. Before buying them, try Superfeet insoles from a running shoe store. They help keep your feet from caving inward, eliminating the need to buy special shoes that do the same. You just pull out the stock insole of any shoe, and slip in the Superfeet.

Check these "do's and don'ts of running" - they may help reduce knee pain:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XiwtiDTlYU

Mamakatspokane

Yes, sounds like over-pronation. The podiatrist may try to sell you very expensive arch supports. Before buying them, try Superfeet insoles from a running shoe store. They help keep your feet from caving inward, eliminating the need to buy special shoes that do the same. You just pull out the stock insole of any shoe, and slip in the Superfeet.

Check these "do's and don'ts of running" - they may help reduce knee pain:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XiwtiDTlYU

:flowerforyou: Good shoes and Superfeet is what my son's pediatriation recommended for him. And my husband and I are all about the good running shoe from a good store! His feet go out, my son's go in:ohwell:

wolfgate

Yah, as Cherimoose alluded, it's overpronation. Pronation is a correct and needed function that absorbs the force on impact from walking or running. The problem is when you pronate too much.

And I agree the right running shoe (and inserts) may be a whole lot cheaper than custom orthotics and do the job just as well. The running store should be familiar with that.

barbalari

Both my sons have the same problem as you and both have orthotics prescribed for them (privately). My GP at the time was unsympathetic with their difficulties, so I went private. After an initial payment of about £250 each, I took out an insurance that covers refurbishments, accidental damage, and in the case of my youngest son, replacement due to growing. This costs me approximately £50 per year. No NHS waiting lists (up to 18 weeks at a time) and a very thorough examination and prescription service, with orthotics made specifically for their feet instead of the generic 'cover alls' bought in a shop. Sometimes it is worth spending some money to get a bespoke and efficient service rather than waiting for the NHS and watching someone suffer with considerable pain/suffering with it yourself. The company I use is called 'Langer'. Best wishes to you

KatM2014

Thank you all so much! I really appreciate you all taking the time to help - what a fantastic community

KatM2014

Yes, sounds like over-pronation. The podiatrist may try to sell you very expensive arch supports. Before buying them, try Superfeet insoles from a running shoe store. They help keep your feet from caving inward, eliminating the need to buy special shoes that do the same. You just pull out the stock insole of any shoe, and slip in the Superfeet.

Check these "do's and don'ts of running" - they may help reduce knee pain:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8XiwtiDTlYU

Fantastic! I'll give that a watch and I'll look into the insoles, thanks so much!

KatM2014

Both my sons have the same problem as you and both have orthotics prescribed for them (privately). My GP at the time was unsympathetic with their difficulties, so I went private. After an initial payment of about £250 each, I took out an insurance that covers refurbishments, accidental damage, and in the case of my youngest son, replacement due to growing. This costs me approximately £50 per year. No NHS waiting lists (up to 18 weeks at a time) and a very thorough examination and prescription service, with orthotics made specifically for their feet instead of the generic 'cover alls' bought in a shop. Sometimes it is worth spending some money to get a bespoke and efficient service rather than waiting for the NHS and watching someone suffer with considerable pain/suffering with it yourself. The company I use is called 'Langer'. Best wishes to you

That is great advise - thanks! I'll definitely look into Langer, my GP is amazing so I'm very lucky there, but obviously the wider NHS is another story at times! Thanks for your help and advice!

CTcutie

I also stand by the Super Feet insoles and a running store that will watch and record your gait so you can watch it:) The podiatrist I went to went nuts with some of her insoles and tape and stuff and I had severe muscle spasms for days (stuck in bed) after I wore them for only a few hours of normal life... Just saying that I LOVE SuperFeet (and Zappos.com) and the running store (Fleet Feet, in the US). My running store eventually (I tried on about 8 pairs of shoes for pronators) fitted me for Brooks Adrenaline a year ago.

Oh, and don't worry if the shoes you are fitted for are ugly/not your preferred colors or style, because your feet will love you back