Arch Pain

[annie2867]

Arch pain! After working out my arches hurt, they used to do this from time to time now it has become more frequent. I am wondering if I need a different shoe, I think my arches are normal to high, definitely not flat footed. Any advice on this topic?

 

[marnold]

Here are some websites which may be helpful to you (I googled it).

http://www.foot.com/info/cond_arch_pain.jsp
http://orthopedics.about.com/od/footankle/a/archpain.htm
http://www.sportsmed.buffalo.edu/info/archpain.html

After reading many posts regarding foot pain, I cannot specifically advise you on your foot pain because it is so individualized and there are so many causes.

I would really recommend that you try new shoes and if that doesn't work go to the doctor. Good Luck!

 

[scm]

I have high arches and sometimes they hurt a lot. I've puchased arch supports from footsmart.com and they helped. http://www.footsmart.com/ProductList.aspx?productCategoryId=46
Susan C.M.

 

[melimcn]

Definitely try new shoes that will offer more support.

For post workout, try the golf ball trick!
Take a golf ball (or anything about that size) and roll it under your foot to stretch your arches out. Most arch pain is from the arch "collapsing". Stretching that out will help with the soreness for you.

I have plantar fascitis in my left foot and have struggled with arch pain for years. That trick works for me every time!