katie@camino
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Hi there,
My father has a large lump on the back of his heel, we think it is probably Haglund's Deformity. He bought a pair of Oboz Sawtooths, causing quite the painful, deep blister on his morning walks. The Sawtooth seems to be quite a rigid shoe. We wonder if anyone could recommend a shoe, perhaps something a bit softer with more give in it, for the Camino this April 2019, that might be better for his heel? Or any ideas how to manage the condition on the Camino?
Thanks so much
Thanks @davebugg - pretty certain they're low height...looks like a shoe, not a boot.
We've encouraged him to see a podiatrist/physiotherapist but being a 72 year old man living in a rural area, he's not the best at seeking help! He does like Compeeds which I introduced him to in December for a terrible blister he got from them.
We'll start walking from Leon in mid-April, so I fear it might be too cold for sandals for this Aussie country guy with very limited long-distance hiking experience...How about some type of sandal, like Keens?
I don't, but one of the moderators here @Kanga has worn sandals on many Caminos. Perhaps she will chime in here or you can send her a private message.We'll start walking from Leon in mid-April, so I fear it might be too cold for sandals for this Aussie country guy with very limited long-distance hiking experience...He did find the sandals that he wore after he got the huge blister in December comfortable...but that was during a 35 degree dry Aussie summer. Have you experience walking in sandals in cold, wet seasons?
My advice to you is to listen to Davebugg!!!!!Thanks @davebugg - pretty certain they're low height...looks like a shoe, not a boot.
We've encouraged him to see a podiatrist/physiotherapist but being a 72 year old man living in a rural area, he's not the best at seeking help! He does like Compeeds which I introduced him to in December for a terrible blister he got from them.
Thankyou @trecile i'll check them out xCheck out these new Chaco sandals https://www.chacos.com/US/en/odyssey-sandal/37502W.html?icid=search_suggested_products
Here is an article about testing them in Alaska! https://gearjunkie.com/chaco-odyssey-torrent-pro-sandal-review
Hi there,
My father has a large lump on the back of his heel, we think it is probably Haglund's Deformity. He bought a pair of Oboz Sawtooths, causing quite the painful, deep blister on his morning walks. The Sawtooth seems to be quite a rigid shoe. We wonder if anyone could recommend a shoe, perhaps something a bit softer with more give in it, for the Camino this April 2019, that might be better for his heel? Or any ideas how to manage the condition on the Camino?
Thanks so much
Hi there,
My father has a large lump on the back of his heel, we think it is probably Haglund's Deformity. He bought a pair of Oboz Sawtooths, causing quite the painful, deep blister on his morning walks. The Sawtooth seems to be quite a rigid shoe. We wonder if anyone could recommend a shoe, perhaps something a bit softer with more give in it, for the Camino this April 2019, that might be better for his heel? Or any ideas how to manage the condition on the Camino?
Thanks so much
I walked the Norte/Primativo in sandals. Started April 20. We hit some very wet slogs and one cold, nonstop heavy rain day. I wore liner socks and then merino ones over them. They worked basically fine - that is my feet were no colder than the rest of me that day. I will never walk in anything else. As Kanga told me when I was worrying about the wisdom of only taking sandals, when it rains, you just muck through it (think I got that right). I also have a lump on the back of my heel, it’s been there for years, my ortho guy has no idea why! Maybe it’s what your father has. Anyway it’s gone on four Camino with me. Wishing him good luck - CherryWe'll start walking from Leon in mid-April, so I fear it might be too cold for sandals for this Aussie country guy with very limited long-distance hiking experience...He did find the sandals that he wore after he got the huge blister in December comfortable...but that was during a 35 degree dry Aussie summer. Have you experience walking in sandals in cold, wet seasons?
I want to echo gerip's post. I also have Haglund's deformity and have struggled trying to find hiking boots that don't destroy the back of my heels. The answer, for me, is to find hiking boots that are really more like supportive sneakers, with soft, cushioned heel counters (the part of the shoe that goes around your heel).
The best I've found are the Altra Lone Peaks (any version of them). I've worn them for many long backpacking trips now, and I've never gotten a blister. I can't say that about any other hiking boot I've ever worn. I strongly encourage you to check them out.
Hi Katie - sorry your father is experiencing a painful problem. I can only go on persoanl experience, as I have the same condition on both heels. Your father has my sympathy and best wishes:Hi there,
My father has a large lump on the back of his heel, we think it is probably Haglund's Deformity. He bought a pair of Oboz Sawtooths, causing quite the painful, deep blister on his morning walks. The Sawtooth seems to be quite a rigid shoe. We wonder if anyone could recommend a shoe, perhaps something a bit softer with more give in it, for the Camino this April 2019, that might be better for his heel? Or any ideas how to manage the condition on the Camino?
Thanks so much
Hi Davebug - yes, low healed shoes are a pain for this condition, and will inflame the Achilles too. See this linkkatie, Is he using the Sawtooth mid height or low?
Hi Davebug - yes, low healed shoes are a pain for this condition, and will inflame the Achilles too. See this link
as an example of the type of everyday boot I would recommend - and read my message to katie@camino above. I can only wear hiking boots too, and never shoes nor back-strapped sandles.
Best regards, Keith
I hope you find the best sollution to the problemWow guys, I'm so thankful for your input and care. Thankyou so much for taking the time to make such great suggestions.
My Dad's feet are going great guns in Hoka Bondis. Because he has a serious, rather scary-looking pronation problem and Haglund's, these were a godsend with their soft back-of-shoe and stability. Unfortunately he rolled his over-pronoting ankle and tore some liaments a few weeks ago son after consulting a physio, he had to add in there an ankle guard too! But, like the trooper he is, he soldiered on and we start walking the Camino Frances from Leon on Monday.
@MtAiry and @gerip - i completely understnd your love for Altras. I'm a total convert. So happy for you that theybwork for your Haglunds.
@Redhead Keith it sounds like you have an excellent doctor looking after you. Thankyou for your advice, really appreciate it
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