Flat Feet! Killing me. Any Suggestions?

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wmjrigo
wmjrigo Posts: 69 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
So I have flat feet and decided to jog three miles cuz I was feeling pretty good. Well I did it but now my left foot is all jacked up! I don't want to stop running cuz I'm really enjoying it. Anyone have some advice? maybe have had the same issue and found a solution. Thanks

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  • pilotgirl2007
    pilotgirl2007 Posts: 368 Member
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    Make an appointment with your doctor they can get you some orthotics, they have helped me a lot (I dont have flat feet but I have very low arches that cause pain in my legs etc)
  • ajostraat
    ajostraat Posts: 101
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    Have you tried looking into "Barefoot" Running? It's a different running technique, and there are a few companies out there that make shoes (foot coverings?) designed for that type of running.
  • e1lindsay
    e1lindsay Posts: 230
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    head to a specialty shoe store and get fitted for proper shoes for your foot type...or they could suggest some special inserts. i also have flat feet and pronate in...my shoe store hooked me up with proper shoes and now i'm much more comfortable when i run!
  • vauleese
    vauleese Posts: 75
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    My DH also suffers from Flat Feet. We have to buy him special shoes that have the extra support he needs. I would go to your local athletic shoe store and explain the situation to them. They should be able to help you find a comfortable running shoe that support your flat feet.
  • paperbagprincess
    paperbagprincess Posts: 76
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    I have flat feet and run lots, but they don't hurt all the time. I found with my older pair of running shoes they hurt more. So definitely go to a doctor and then a running shoe store that specializes in proper sizing and can help you find a pair that work for ur feet.

    Hopefully that helps :D
  • epj78
    epj78 Posts: 643 Member
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    Either get to a podiatrist if you have a true medical "flat foot" or a great running store can be your best friend. They will check out your gait, look at your old shoes for worn pattern, and put you on a treadmill to get you in the right running shoes and inserts.

    My mom has true fallen arches and has to see a podiatrist. I don't - but definitely get foot pain if I'm not wearing the right shoe (and more so knee pain!) --- for me, a great running store was the answer.
  • rainbow_dawn1990
    rainbow_dawn1990 Posts: 35
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    I also have flat feet and hyperpronation of the sinus taruis my feet go inwards i was just recently at my foot doctors and he told me no flip flops or sandles terrible for the feet but instead he suggested i get new shoes Called Asics and new bounds I bought asics there so wonderful easy to exersise in but I also had to get these wedge thing to lift my heels you should check at malmat and pad the inside of ur shoes and I suggest you go see a foot specialist smartest thing I ever done :)
  • sunshine7966
    sunshine7966 Posts: 71
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    My husband has the same problem and had custom inserts made. They help a lot. He will sometimes just sit around the house wearing them in his tennis shoes because his feet hurt (he's in the army and they don't fit in his boots when he wears his uniform). I hope this helps.
  • wmjrigo
    wmjrigo Posts: 69 Member
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    Wow. Thanks for all input. I will definately follow the advice.
  • pilotgirl2007
    pilotgirl2007 Posts: 368 Member
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    My husband has the same problem and had custom inserts made. They help a lot. He will sometimes just sit around the house wearing them in his tennis shoes because his feet hurt (he's in the army and they don't fit in his boots when he wears his uniform). I hope this helps.

    Same here! I can't get them into my boots or my pumps when I am in uniform so often my feet will be really sore by the end of training etc Like this weekend I was in blues all weekend and when I changed shoes and put my orthotics in there OMG what a difference!
  • NinaBH
    NinaBH Posts: 2
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    I am extremely flat footed too. What helped me was to buy running/walking shoes that prevent pronation. Pronation of the feet is when the inner aspect of of the feet and ankles actually turn inward due to the lack of support from having no arches. This may not be visually obvious depending on the degree of flatness (mine are EXTREMELY flat) . If you go to a sports shoe store or sporting store you should be able to find these. I found some made by New Balance at Sports Academy. Read the labels on the display and it should mention that it prevents pronation or research brands online. When you get them it will take some adjusting too so break them in gradually. I am a nurse and immediately wore them to work. The inner aspects of my knees were sore after a few days!!! They were used to lack of support from my feet and this sudden support shifted the way I bear weight and my knees weren't used to it. It subsided of course. If you are not able to wear them at work you might want to get some inserts that prevent pronation so that your support isn't constantly changing. Hope this helps!
  • dancingnancies
    dancingnancies Posts: 255 Member
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    SHOES SHOES SHOES!!!!!!!!!!! i had the same issue, switched my sneakers and i have had no problems since.

    you might have to try a couple different pairs of sneakers but when you find the right ones, you will know.

    goodluck!
  • guidnca
    guidnca Posts: 64
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    head to a specialty shoe store and get fitted for proper shoes for your foot type...or they could suggest some special inserts. i also have flat feet and pronate in...my shoe store hooked me up with proper shoes and now i'm much more comfortable when i run!

    by pass the podiatrist and just go to a running store. Look for one with knowledgeable sales staff, meaning don't go to the pimply faced 16 year old. Read some reviews of shoes at Runner's world so you know the jargon. Pronate, Motion Control, Support, etc. Then get a pair of shoes that work for you, regardless of brand. I love Asics, but have friends who love New Balance and Adidas. Bravo for them. It is not about style, but function.

    Podiatrist sees the world through orthotics. A shoe that has support and motion control may save you money. You will be shelling out up to 135 bucks for a pair of shoes.

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