Are you switching up your footwear? What shoes to wear for pain-free feet!
Jody Templeton • April 26, 2021
When looking after your feet it is important to vary your footwear to ensure you are suitably supported.
Whether you are working from home and live in your slippers or are enjoying the easing of lockdown with your favourite pair of heels, wearing unsupportive shoes for long periods of time can result in foot pain.
At Plymouth Podiatry, we suggest being proactive and switching up your footwear to ensure that your feet are supported, even when working from home!
We have some top tips to share with you below:
- Keep high heels for special occasions, as regular use can damage your feet.
- To reduce your chances of developing a fungal infection, try not to wear the same shoes two days in a row.
- Wear supportive shoes, with good heel cushioning and arch support. For instance, trainers are a brilliant option.
If, however, you are experiencing foot pain that continues for longer than 3 weeks, get in touch with us so we can assess the cause and put a suitable treatment plan in place.
You can call us on 07815 849368 or 01752 778372 or alternatively, visit our contact page on our website with the link below:
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Achilles Tendinopathy is a common condition which causes pain and sometimes inflammation along the back of the leg near the heel. Achilles tendinopthy is caused by repetitive or intense strain on the Achilles tendon, the band of tissue that connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. This tendon is used when you walk, run, jump or push up on your toes. The structure of the Achilles tendon weakens with age, which can make it more susceptible to injury — particularly in people who may participate in sports only on the weekends or who have suddenly increased the intensity of their running programs. It is important to note that not all heel pain is achilles tendinopathy and not all achilles tendinopathies are treated the same. Overview A patient came into the Plymouth Podiatry clinic after being requested by her employer to seek the help of a Podiatrist at their cost. The patient's ability to work had been impacted by the pain she had been experiencing in her feet for the past 12 months. The patient presented with significant pain and inflammation at the point of insertion of the achilles tendon into the heel. She had sought help from her GP in the past, who had prescribed some stretches but these had not helped and her condition was worsening. Treatment Following an in depth Musculoskeletal Assessment at Plymouth Podiatry, we were able to come up with an accurate diagnosis of her condition. We were also able to identify some functional abnormalities which were likely to be causing the tendinopathy. Knowing the patients condition and identifying the cause enabled us to create a successful treatment plan which enabled the patient to return to work comfortably within 6 weeks. This patient's treatment plan involved some rest, and topical anti inflammatories alongside the correct exercise plan. We also prescribed a pair of bespoke orthotics which her employers were happy to pay for. I immediately informed the patient to stop the exercises prescribed by her GP as these were likely to be making her condition worse. Outcome The patient carried out the treatment plan while waiting for her orthotics to arrive. Her condition improved steadily until she was finally able to return to work pain free wearing her orthotics.
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