I had calcaneal reconstructive surgery (fractured heel) a few years ago. Since then, I do get pain , mostly around my ankle, after I've been on my feet for a while or sitting for extended periods. I've tried a few different insoles and primarily wear New Balance cross trainers (608), but was wondering if anyone else with a similar situation has found a particular brand/type of insole or shoe that either alleviates or minimizes the "post activity" pain. Thanks.
I personally use a Dr. Scholl's insert to help my feet feel more comfortable in my office shoes. They have little to no padding at the bottom of it, so they can become terribly uncomfortable. The gel inserts work well to form a shape around the side of your feet.
The inserts that I got were pretty cheap, only $10 or so at my grocery store. I had to trim them a bit in order to get them to fit nicely though.
My first suggestion would be to ditch your shoes. Because that specific New Balance model lacks any version of appropriate midfoot support the shoe deforms in a twisted state, placing your rearfoot at risk. Their 844 model is made on a similar shape and fit, and provides far better protection of your post-surgery site.
In addition to the excellent advice provided by Jeremy Long, I would also add that it is not unusual to experience some discomfort at the end of the day or some stiffness/discomfort following rest (post static dyskinesia) after surgical repair of a calcaneal fracture.
This is especially true if the fracture was intra-articular, meaning it involved the joint, which it probably did to some degree. There are probably at least some mild arthritic changes, and I don't believe that purchasing an over-the-counter Dr. Scholl insert will provide much relief.
If you upgrade to a higher quality New Balance series such as the 800 series or above and do not have any relief, then a visit to your doctor or a certified pedorthist may be indicated.
Those of us who have peripheral neuropathy and are members of the Neuropathy Forum have found that by using the Dr. Scholl Extra Thick inserts under our regular insert, be it over the counter or prescription, help a lot. By using a New Balance SL-2 last, you get the depth that will allow both inserts without causing the shoe to be too tight. We find that the Dr. School inserts need to be changed monthly since they compact after a few weeks. Most of us use the 1122 or 1123 New Balance shoe although there are several others that have the SL2 last.
In the theory that teaching one to fish is more productive than simply giving one a fish, as you obviously have a computer at your disposal, if you will simply enter "New Balance SL-2" into Google or any such search engine site you will be supplied far more quickly with far more information than you could possible obtain here.
As a GENERAL rule, I would recommend staying as far away as possible from the "Good Feet Stores". The stores I have come in contact with do not make custom orthoses, and simply take a carbon footprint of patients. They then go in the back of the store and take a pair out of a box, while charging ridiculously high prices, almost equivalent to prescription orthoses.
The orthoses they dispense are almost identical to similar products that can be purchased elsewhere for a FRACTION of the cost, and their tactics often "upsell" the patient.
Although you are presently having relief, I'm pretty sure you've probably over-paid for the product you've received.
I bought a pair of the Good Feet arches. There I times when I think they are helping me and then I have moments where I think otherwise. Jury is still out on them. Hopefully they will turn out to be worth the money I paid for them. I just hope that they don't turn out to be harmful in some way.
I had calcaneal reconstructive surgery (fractured heel) a few years ago. Since then, I do get pain , mostly around my ankle, after I've been on my feet for a while or sitting for extended periods. I've tried a few different insoles and primarily wear New Balance cross trainers (608), but was wondering if anyone else with a similar situation has found a particular brand/type of insole or shoe that either alleviates or minimizes the "post activity" pain. Thanks.
Bill
I am just recovering from a severe calcaneous injury and reconstructive surgery (5 months non weight bearing due to complications). I am attempting to wear shoes again to work and have sucessfully worn tennis shoes without too many problems for the past week. I do have pain and swelling, but my pain tollerance is fairly high. Anyway, the reason for my post is that I work in a position that requires me to wear business attire and I frequently need to wear suits at work. My tennis shoes do not work very well in this situation. Does anyone have suggestions for business shoes that can be worn comfortably? I cannot bear weight in any shoes unless they are totally flat or supportive like a tennis shoe. All other shoes feel like they are unstable. I am sure this is going to be a permanent situation for me, so I am willing to pay for a good pair of shoes. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!
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