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I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
Hi Lynne. Ouch! It does sound disappointing to get this injury just a couple of weeks before leaving.I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
Talk to a PODIATRIST, not a doctor. He/she can teach you to tape it up, and if you rest prior, it should improve. Lighten your backpack..June 5TH is 11 days away.
With rest you should be okay for CP.
Or, you can walk another route.
What does doctor say.
I just walked the Coastal route and there were a lot of hard surfaces underfoot: asphalt, concrete, cobblestones, and mosaic or patterned surfaces made of inset stones. Very hard on the feet and knees. I would estimate more than half the walk from Porto to the Spanish border was on such surfaces.
Coming out of the Albergue in Zabaldika I slipped on wet rocks, grass mud. Heard 3 loud snaps. Stage 3 torn tendons around the ankle. I hobbled 1 km per hour to get to another Albergue. No cars, people could not get back up mountain. Ice, elevation for 13 days. Day 14 walking 2 km the swelling took another day and night to go down. All the time minimal pain. Finish stage 3 to Pamplona, Bus to Madrid, meeting friends staying in Marriott. Elevation, minimal walking, always reswelled. Finally bus to Pamplona, overnight @ Albergue Jesus y Maria. 3 weeks later I have made it to Puente La Reina now walking 3.5 miles an hour 6km, 7km, 8km sending my pack ahead. Tomorrow I will attempt 11 km still sending my pack 5Eu a day. Just saying, I have never had any injuries, am a well seasoned sportster walking easily 10 miles a day. Think hard, once you are here?I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
Sometimes these injuries are more painful than breaks! Your tendons and ligaments get stretched, and worse, torn. If you haven't seen a doctor for further evaluation you should. If nothing is torn then you need to make the decision. There are boots that will support your ankles which would help prevent further injury. You could use an ankle brace underneath. Using hiking poles and picking your steps carefully would be important, too. Of course, nothing can guarantee that you won't get hurt again. Good luck with your decision!I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
Lynne- I just had to abandon my walk due to a fall in Porto. I rested for a couple of days after fall hoping to give foot and knee a chance to heal. I then walked for several days in pain until I could go no more for fear of permanently damaging knee. The trail is very rough in many places and includes climbs and downhills. It has cost a significant amount of money( May or may not be covered by my travel insurance) to make my way back to the U.S. I am currently in transit. The walk will put significant strain on your injury. It is a very difficult choice. I wish you the best but suggest thinking long term. The Camino will wait for you. Buen Camino.I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
My daughter and I just finished the Portuguese camino last week. I also had an ankle injury a year ago and went to physical therapy for months to get the mobility back in my foot. I can't imagine doing that walk with foot pain. The camino in Portugal is lots of cobblestones and many times they are very uneven. Our feet were killing us a couple of days. If I were you and wouldn't suffer any financial loss from postponing the trip, I would definitely do it. There were a few really difficult stages. I hope it gets better soon! So sorry this happened. The Camino will still be there waiting for you when you are good to go.I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
Oh, Lynne, I just did the same thing 10 days before leaving Seattle for my first (easy) Camino. I babied it at home, ice and volteran (topical ibuprofen) and after a week flew to Stockholm first and walked 10 miles a day there with no problem. ut that was flat. I managed the Camino just fine, but the BEST thing I did was wear an ankle brace. It made all the difference.I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
On our first Camino, I twisted my ankle just 10 days before starting , however we were already in Europe visiting family and friends ( we live in Costa Rica), so there was no question of cancelling the trip.I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
We walked the Camino Portuguese from Porto in 2017. We have also done the Camino Frances and the Via Francigena it Italy (so we have experienced different terrain). The first day we took the Coastal route which was all boardwalk and easy on the feet. Then we cutover to the Central Route the second day. There is a lot of cobblestone in Portugal and I found it hard on the feet but I was wearing a low cut boot. If I was to do it again, I would wear my high toppers to give me more foot and ankle support. I don’t know the severity of your ankle, but if you go, I suggest high top hiking boots and also transport your bag - you don’t need to be a martyr and carry all that weight until you know know your body can handle it.I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
Beg to differ, but my feet were sore and tired on the cobblestone paths. Boots would have helped my feet. It’s a flat walk in that there are not any alpine hills or mountains, but it’s very uneven.We walked the CP last year from Lisbon, and the walk from Porto will be manageable for you if:
Learn how to strap your ankle if you need (you really don’t need boots for this route)
Keep your pack as light as possible
Use walking poles
The walk will promote healing!
First- Rest, Ice (48 hours), Compress the ankle and foot (Ace bandage or compression socks), and Elevate the injured area. Known as RICE treatment. After 48 hours, alternate foot baths in ice and hot water for 15 minutes every few hours. Keep the injured area under compression when not doing this. After five days, see how the foot feels when walking. Keep it wrapped when exercising, as you don’t want to reinjure the offended area, and take it easy for a few days.
Finally, try walking for a couple of miles with your foot wrapped in a brace (any pharmacy or Target or WalMart will carry lace up ankle braces with cross over Velcro straps that allow movement without damaging your foot further).
Not a doctor or physical therapist, just an aging endurance and extreme sports guy whose exploits have resulted in a few injuries. Walked CP from Lisbon last September and many stages are on setts (bricks on end that resemble cobblestones), but after a couple of days they didn’t bother my feet at all. Good trail shoes and a light pack are the keys for me.
If the healing process is not rapid, I’d follow the advice from those who suggested seeing a doctor for a written excuse and take the pilgrimage at a later date. In any event, wish you Bom Caminho, whenever it happens.
Lynne, I was checking to see when you might come back in on your thread. I am truly sorry for you, I can just imagine that you are feeling dreadful. In a few weeks, I hope that you will have come more to terms with how this is turning out. When you do manage to book again, you will be so much stronger, having lived with the great disappointment. I look forward to news of the next date you set!Thanks to all of you for sharing what you have learned. I read each response over the last few days as I discerned what is best for me.
I have decided to cancel my trip. I feel deflated. I’m sad and disappointed, but the only thing that makes me feel better is that I know this is the right decision.
I thank my past Caminos too! They taught me to be patient, to trust my heart, and not to worry too much because the right thing will come at the right time.
I will be on that path again some day.
Thanks to all!
Lynne
I met someone who sprained her anklewhile on the Camino. She took a week off and was doing well. You still have ample time to recover, I would, however, suggest wearing a light ankle support while walking. Buen Camino!I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
I met someone who sprained her anklewhile on the Camino. She took a week off and was doing well. You still have ample time to recover, I would, however, suggest wearing a light ankle support while walking. Buen Camino!
Thanks to all of you for sharing what you have learned. I read each response over the last few days as I discerned what is best for me.
I have decided to cancel my trip. I feel deflated. I’m sad and disappointed, but the only thing that makes me feel better is that I know this is the right decision.
I thank my past Caminos too! They taught me to be patient, to trust my heart, and not to worry too much because the right thing will come at the right time.
I will be on that path again some day.
Thanks to all!
Lynne
It’s a beautiful walk.I am supposed to start walking out of Porto on June 5th, and I have suffered a recent injury.
I wasn't sure if I should post this under medical issues or CP. I am choosing CP because of the terrain in Portugal - and I thought those of you who walked it could give me your experienced opinions.
Last week I twisted my foot/ankle. It was a crazy, stupid thing that happened so fast and it was painful! I have had an X-ray and it is not broken, but it is sore. All over - top and bottom of my foot and up past my ankle. I can walk, but I have some pain. I remember walking for hours and hours, and days and days on the CF when I had no prior injury. It takes a toll on one's body on the best days!
I have to go with my instinct, but I'm also looking for some insight. I am wondering about these cobblestones and asphalt I've read so much about. Add on to that carrying a backpack. I just don't know what to do. If any of you who have walked have some insight about foot pain/injury on the CP, I'd be happy to read about it.
I bought insurance for my flight, so I think I'm good for a refund as long as I make a decision soon. I am thinking more about the complete disappointment I'd feel as a result of canceling my pilgrimage....but I want to be smart and safe.
Thanks for your time -
Lynne
It’s a beautiful walk.
Take doctors advice. But if walking,
There is a tram out of Porto so consider taking some public transport
Have your back pack transported
May be best to defer until fit and fully enjoy
Good luck
Ian
Thanks to all of you for sharing what you have learned. I read each response over the last few days as I discerned what is best for me.
I have decided to cancel my trip. I feel deflated. I’m sad and disappointed, but the only thing that makes me feel better is that I know this is the right decision.
I thank my past Caminos too! They taught me to be patient, to trust my heart, and not to worry too much because the right thing will come at the right time.
I will be on that path again some day.
Thanks to all!
Lynne
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