Advise on best sneakers with arch support and favorite sandals that look ok?
Advise on best sneakers with arch support and favorite sandals that look ok?
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Flat Feet & Arch Support — page 12
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Hi all- just curious how much everyone has felt any hardware in their foot at around 12-15 weeks.
Hi all- just curious how much everyone has felt any hardware in their foot at around 12-15 weeks. At 13 weeks post I’m able to do my pre-surgery fitness walks which is amazing, and I…
I’ve been recommended to get a hallux valgus correction by scarf and akin osteotomy and at the same time a…
I’ve been recommended to get a hallux valgus correction by scarf and akin osteotomy and at the same time a medializing calcaneal osteotomy to correct the flat foot, anyone got both…
Any shoe recommendation’s for flat feet, 2 bunions, a callus and plantar fasciitis?
Any shoe recommendation’s for flat feet, 2 bunions, a callus and plantar fasciitis? Yes, I know my foot is a mess. lol.
It would so much easier to find the best sneakers if I just have bunions-have hallux rigidus, arthritis on…
It would so much easier to find the best sneakers if I just have bunions-have hallux rigidus, arthritis on different parts of my feet, flexible flat feet and possibly plantar…
It would be so easy to find a sneaker if I only had a bunion issue!
It would be so easy to find a sneaker if I only had a bunion issue! I don't know how bad they are but I have heel spurs, arthritis and flexible flat feet. Been to several podiatrists…
I had my bunions removed, flat foot repaired, but my hammertoes weren’t.
I had my bunions removed, flat foot repaired, but my hammertoes weren’t. I was told by my surgeon that he didn’t want to repair them now (at 28/29) because once I get them repaired…
I wanted to share this for anyone in here who feels like there’s no way out of plantar fasciitis right now.
I wanted to share this for anyone in here who feels like there’s no way out of plantar fasciitis right now. It can get better. But it takes time, consistency, and patience. I’ve been…
Has anyone here had the orthotripsy therapy for heel pain?
Has anyone here had the orthotripsy therapy for heel pain? What was your experience? Did it help? Did insurance cover it? Pam Alexander Working with flat feet, severe pronation…
My feet were getting better, so a couple days ago, I resumed my hour walk on pavement.
My feet were getting better, so a couple days ago, I resumed my hour walk on pavement. I was wearing shoes that I know don't fit just right so I wasn't surprised when my arch hurt…
I have had plantar fascitis for 10 months now, which was diagnosed by ultrasound by my podiatrist.
I have had plantar fascitis for 10 months now, which was diagnosed by ultrasound by my podiatrist. The majority of my pain is felt in the arch with occasional heel pain, which I know…
I took a BIG chance.
I took a BIG chance. I bought boots I’ve eyeing for several months online. I wasn’t sure if I was going to need to size up but the size said 8-8.5 and I’m usually an 8W. Luckily, they…
I see lots of talk about wide toe box shoes.
I see lots of talk about wide toe box shoes. However. I have narrow feet (one still with bunion in situ). I am finding shoes to be too wide on my operated foot but not deep enough…
Best athletic shoe wide width AND wide toe box?
Best athletic shoe wide width AND wide toe box? Hi all. I know that it has been mentioned here already but I can’t find the thread. I would love some recommendations on wide width…
I’m sure this is about to be a book, so thanks to anyone who reads this to the end: especially amputees, bc I…
I’m sure this is about to be a book, so thanks to anyone who reads this to the end: especially amputees, bc I wanna hear from you. I was born with bad feet and ankles (flat feet…
Recommendations for great wide fitting dress shoes for women that have arch support as well, in Australia please
Recommendations for great wide fitting dress shoes for women that have arch support as well, in Australia please
I have had this pain on and off for 8 years.
I have had this pain on and off for 8 years. It increases when doing physical activity and on feet for a long time. Starts dull but ends up getting worse and radiating to arch of foot…
I’m wondering why people end up having hardware removed.
I’m wondering why people end up having hardware removed. I had surgery a year an a half ago and I’m constantly aware of my foot! It feels like there is a rubber band pulling between…
2 weeks post op today, just had my stitches removed and fitted with a splint for the next 2/4 weeks.
2 weeks post op today, just had my stitches removed and fitted with a splint for the next 2/4 weeks. Does this fitting look ok? The nurse said i do have a high foot arch which could…
Are there ANY really CUTE sandals and shoes for PF?
Are there ANY really CUTE sandals and shoes for PF? Not ones that look like orthotic shoes?
Never thought I’d be joining a foot group but here I am looking for some opinions!
Never thought I’d be joining a foot group but here I am looking for some opinions! I’m 25 years old with 2 young kids (2&5) with very flat feet and a very sore bunion!! I’ve always…
Round one complete.
Round one complete. Left the hospital at the 10:30 AM this morning. As of now, the nerve block has mostly held out and it I had a mix of general with it. Have some tingling (I have…
I’m at a loss .. I have seen a neuro muscular specialist and an ortho podiatrist who specializes in foot…
I’m at a loss .. I have seen a neuro muscular specialist and an ortho podiatrist who specializes in foot deformities . None seem concerned and the ortho said my toe seems extra mobile…
I had a flat foot reconstruction and a tendon transfer on 11/21/2025.
I had a flat foot reconstruction and a tendon transfer on 11/21/2025. I have a few questions 1) does your foot have a bunch of random numb areas? Does it come back? I’m about 3 weeks…
Hello! When I joined it said take a pic and introduce yourself! Well, I’m Vicki, why anyone wants to see what…
Hello! When I joined it said take a pic and introduce yourself! Well, I’m Vicki, why anyone wants to see what “used to be” nice, cute straight feet, is beyond me, but here we are! I…
I’m nearly a year post op now (both feet).
I’m nearly a year post op now (both feet). I have flat feet & can suffer with pain when walking, so looking for recommendations for insoles please. Attached a photo of what I’m…
I have a question for any professional/specialists or anyone who has been down this road that might see this.
I have a question for any professional/specialists or anyone who has been down this road that might see this. I had chevron osteotomy on both feet. What type of physio and exercise…
I haven't been doing feet exercises and my bunion is starting to cross over.
I haven't been doing feet exercises and my bunion is starting to cross over. I believe the mild discomfort I am having is the rubbing between the two toes. I just put the cotton that…
Hi, thanks for adding me to the group.
Hi, thanks for adding me to the group. I'm 62 and have had bunions since I was in my teens , which I understand are hereditary, however I have now developed tailors bunions on both…
Hi folks, new here.
Hi folks, new here. Thanks for the add. I'm a 68 yr old ex pro ballerina with flat feet. Yes, no arch! Lol I've been wearing orthotics for decades and I'm still under the care of my…