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So I've been doing a LOT of research online and I'd like to try orthotics for this pesky Morton's Neuroma.
However, that opens up another can of worms. Who can I trust?
Does anyone have a trustworthy source for orthotics in the United States?
There are SO many.
I called one place and they wanted to charge me over $1000 for something to put in my danged shoe! ???!!!
Any recommendations?
Thanks, but no insurance, and am simply looking for an insert.
Hello Annie, I had a Morton's removed after I did the Frances in 2016. Before the surgery I was given an orthotic for 6 months It took the pressure off the Neuroma. I got it from a podiatrist. It was a very hard plastic orthotic. Insurance didn't cover it but it was only $35
You might go into a podiatrist office and ask if you can purchase one.
Or try one from a good running shoe store.
One more thing. Make sure you get a shoe that's 1 size too big. My shoes were to small.
Altras have a wide toe box.or Topos.
I used to wear 11.5 now I wear 12.5 all the time.
And dont walk to far. Do shorter distances 15 or 20 km.
These are just suggestions from my own experience.
I did walk the Frances again in may 2019.
No foot problems.
BUEN CAMINO!
Annie
One of my sons has severely over pronated feet and ended up seeing a functional neurologist. She’s also a chiropractor and kinesiologist and prefers limited intervention where possible. She explained a podiatrist would be likely to prescribe hard plastic orthotics for such an extreme condition but she believed leather orthotics would serve him better as they allow the muscles to work instead of rest. Being handmade in the States, they were not cheap (US$400) but truly revolutionised our son’s life. Instead of constant pain, he can now hike and even be on his feet all day.
Of course your condition is not the same but it might be worth investigating (googling!!) whether leather orthotics might help you.
Maybe that can narrow down your search too.
Hello Annie, I had a Morton's removed after I did the Frances in 2016. Before the surgery I was given an orthotic for 6 months It took the pressure off the Neuroma. I got it from a podiatrist. It was a very hard plastic orthotic. Insurance didn't cover it but it was only $35
You might go into a podiatrist office and ask if you can purchase one.
Or try one from a good running shoe store.
One more thing. Make sure you get a shoe that's 1 size too big. My shoes were to small.
Altras have a wide toe box.or Topos.
I used to wear 11.5 now I wear 12.5 all the time.
And dont walk to far. Do shorter distances 15 or 20 km.
These are just suggestions from my own experience.
I did walk the Frances again in may 2019.
No foot problems.
BUEN CAMINO!
I know nothing about Morton's neuromas, but I do know about hard plastic orthotics. They were certainly the cause of my tarsal tunnel (the foot equivalent of carpal tunnel) many years ago when I walked the Norte. Pounding the pavement and a hard plastic orthotic are not a match made in heaven. The hard plastic can cause a lot of other problems if used when walking long distances, especially if there is a lot of asphalt. So I would be careful about that. Since switching to silicone orthotics, and becoming obsessive about avoiding asphalt at any cost on the camino, I have not had a repeat problem.
Hoping you find something that works, Annie. Buen camino, Laurie
I read that you have contacted New Balance already, but I want to say that I have had a neuroma in my left foot for over 5 years. I use a New Balance insert that is supportive and especially for metatarsal issues. With these I have walked the Frances, the Ingles, about half of Le Puy, Hadrians Wall, and Wainwright's Coast to Coast without flare ups from the neuroma. I am currently traveling so I cannot provide the specific model no. I will send when I return home. Good luck!So I've been doing a LOT of research online and I'd like to try orthotics for this pesky Morton's Neuroma.
However, that opens up another can of worms. Who can I trust?
Does anyone have a trustworthy source for orthotics in the United States?
There are SO many.
I called one place and they wanted to charge me over $1000 for something to put in my danged shoe! ???!!!
Any recommendations?
I read that you have contacted New Balance already, but I want to say that I have had a neuroma in my left foot for over 5 years. I use a New Balance insert that is supportive and especially for metatarsal issues. With these I have walked the Frances, the Ingles, about half of Le Puy, Hadrians Wall, and Wainwright's Coast to Coast without flare ups from the neuroma. I am currently traveling so I cannot provide the specific model no. I will send when I return home. Good luck!
@Anniesantiago , During my first camino I had every painful foot problem known to pilgrims. Afterwards I did go to a sports doctor and learned some stretches, also had custom inserts made which did not help. What made the difference for me was shopping on theinsolestore.com. Their website had lots of information about various foot conditions and they suggested a few insoles to try based on my feet. The insoles that have walked with me painlessly through 2 caminos are Powerstep Pinaccle Plus. They have a built in metatarsal pad which cushions the forefoot and helps the Mortons, good arch support and a rounded supportive heal cup. I am not prescribing, just mentioning some features in over the counter insoles that might be helpful.
I see you are in Palm Springs. In San Diego we have The Good Feet Store in several locations. They are amazingly helpful with all sorts of foot problems. There maybe a store closer to PS but it might be worth the 2 hour drive to San Diego if not.Thanks Kevin. This is the type of advice I'm looking for.
I already wear New Balance SL-2 shoes with wide deep toe box and that helps.
I need something to LIFT the pressure off the neuroma.
I will try to find a podiatrist here and buy an orthotic - I hadn't thought of just asking to buy without an appointment but maybe it's possible here in Palm Springs.
Joe and I have planned out our March/April walk and are trying to keep our distances around 20K.
I'm not beyond nabbing a bus or taxi if I need to.
I've heard that with surgery, the neuroma can return, so I'm not really wanting that (yet).
I tend to form keloids also, which is a concern with surgery. It could end up worse than now, which is pesky, but not what I'd consider "serious."
Anyway, thanks so much!
So I've been doing a LOT of research online and I'd like to try orthotics for this pesky Morton's Neuroma.
However, that opens up another can of worms. Who can I trust?
Does anyone have a trustworthy source for orthotics in the United States?
There are SO many.
I called one place and they wanted to charge me over $1000 for something to put in my danged shoe! ???!!!
Any recommendations
There is a foamy triangle shape that can sit under the neuroma. But difficult to place
See a professional podiatrist or a sports place that does custom orthotics . You may not need orthotics if you don’t need the arch support
I see you are in Palm Springs. In San Diego we have The Good Feet Store in several locations. They are amazingly helpful with all sorts of foot problems. There maybe a store closer to PS but it might be worth the 2 hour drive to San Diego if not.
Have you considered a steroid shot? It only cost me the doctor appt charge and the medicine. Also, Amazon sells neuroma pads. I tried some and they did help but the shot lasted for a year without any pain. Good luck. If you have insurance it should be covered.
I bought the exact same insert from the exact same site. I have a Morton’s Neuroma which was diagnosed after I walked Leon to Sarria in January. I wore the insert Sarria to Santiago in July and though my feet were sore and tired, the Morton’s was much better. I notice now that when I wear the insert my foot is much better and when I wear dress shoes my foot starts hurting with very little walking. So I concur with Sparrow.@Anniesantiago , During my first camino I had every painful foot problem known to pilgrims. Afterwards I did go to a sports doctor and learned some stretches, also had custom inserts made which did not help. What made the difference for me was shopping on theinsolestore.com. Their website had lots of information about various foot conditions and they suggested a few insoles to try based on my feet. The insoles that have walked with me painlessly through 2 caminos are Powerstep Pinaccle Plus. They have a built in metatarsal pad which cushions the forefoot and helps the Mortons, good arch support and a rounded supportive heal cup. I am not prescribing, just mentioning some features in over the counter insoles that might be helpful.
Hi Annie. This sounds unbelievable but its true. I had a very painful Morton's Neuroma a few years ago about 3 weeks prior to a Camino and was offered a steroid injection which I refused. However I accepted acupuncture to the area and it somehow cured it and never had a problem since.
You are a lucky person.. I too 'believe in' acupuncture. Spelling that out, my experience with two lovely Chinese doctors who live in Dublin has been such that if I ever need to go back, I do. The needles aren't bad, but the herbs... let's just leave it at that!I only had the one treatment with acupuncture then went off and walked the VDLP.
I walked the Camino Portuguese in May and deal with the same issue as you with my feet. First, buy wide shoes! I had Altra trail runners with a natural foot shape. They also have a zero rise from back to frontSo I've been doing a LOT of research online and I'd like to try orthotics for this pesky Morton's Neuroma.
However, that opens up another can of worms. Who can I trust?
Does anyone have a trustworthy source for orthotics in the United States?
There are SO many.
I called one place and they wanted to charge me over $1000 for something to put in my danged shoe! ???!!!
Any recommendations?
Annie, here is the New Balance insole I use Supportive Cushioning IUAS3810. What was the model you ordered? Let me know how you do. I might want to try the ones you ordered!I read that you have contacted New Balance already, but I want to say that I have had a neuroma in my left foot for over 5 years. I use a New Balance insert that is supportive and especially for metatarsal issues. With these I have walked the Frances, the Ingles, about half of Le Puy, Hadrians Wall, and Wainwright's Coast to Coast without flare ups from the neuroma. I am currently traveling so I cannot provide the specific model no. I will send when I return home. Good luck!
I know nothing about Morton's neuromas,
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