Comments for Foot Pain Blog http://www.footpainblog.org Information on all types of foot pain Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:00:15 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 Comment on how can i get rid of bunions w/o surgery? by sisilemiou http://www.footpainblog.org/bunions/how-can-i-get-rid-of-bunions-wo-surgery#comment-5559 sisilemiou Sun, 25 Jul 2010 03:07:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/bunions/how-can-i-get-rid-of-bunions-wo-surgery#comment-5559 there is no way to get rid of bunions without surgery. you can prevent them from getting worst by wearing good shoes. i got the surgery even if it didnt hurt because i was very selfconcious about my feet and i never wanted to take off my shoes. im still in a cast and its bein one month but im glad i did now i will be able to wear flip flops<br><b>References : </b><br> there is no way to get rid of bunions without surgery. you can prevent them from getting worst by wearing good shoes.
i got the surgery even if it didnt hurt because i was very selfconcious about my feet and i never wanted to take off my shoes.
im still in a cast and its bein one month but im glad i did
now i will be able to wear flip flops
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]]> Comment on Occupational Therapy or Podiatry or Physiotherapy Australia? by Ads45 http://www.footpainblog.org/podiatry/occupational-therapy-or-podiatry-or-physiotherapy-australia#comment-5561 Ads45 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:53:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/podiatry/occupational-therapy-or-podiatry-or-physiotherapy-australia#comment-5561 Hi, I'm a student at the university of western Sydney. We had one lecture a couple of months back about transferring into either physiotherapy/podiatry/occupational therapy courses at our university. This applies to any student who is eligible for entry into these courses after 1 year of university study if they didn't initially get accepted. If you get an offer to do a bachelor of health science/bachelor of sports and exercise science at the university of western Sydney, you can finish one year and transfer provided you get a GPA (grade point average) of 4.5 (pass-credit average) for podiatry/occupational therapy and a GPA of 5 (credit-distinction average) and above for physiotherapy (very competitive). You can then apply for exemptions so you don't have to start from first year but you will still be behind by a few subjects. Just check the ATAR requirements for bachelor of health sciences/bachelor of sports and exercise science at the university of western Sydney and see how it works out. Best of luck in the HSC!!!<br><b>References : </b><br>First year university of western Sydney student Hi, I’m a student at the university of western Sydney. We had one lecture a couple of months back about transferring into either physiotherapy/podiatry/occupational therapy courses at our university. This applies to any student who is eligible for entry into these courses after 1 year of university study if they didn’t initially get accepted. If you get an offer to do a bachelor of health science/bachelor of sports and exercise science at the university of western Sydney, you can finish one year and transfer provided you get a GPA (grade point average) of 4.5 (pass-credit average) for podiatry/occupational therapy and a GPA of 5 (credit-distinction average) and above for physiotherapy (very competitive). You can then apply for exemptions so you don’t have to start from first year but you will still be behind by a few subjects. Just check the ATAR requirements for bachelor of health sciences/bachelor of sports and exercise science at the university of western Sydney and see how it works out. Best of luck in the HSC!!!
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]]> Comment on How can I keep my shoes on now that I have orthotics? by Angora Sweaters http://www.footpainblog.org/orthotics/how-can-i-keep-my-shoes-on-now-that-i-have-orthotics#comment-5560 Angora Sweaters Sun, 25 Jul 2010 02:53:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/orthotics/how-can-i-keep-my-shoes-on-now-that-i-have-orthotics#comment-5560 How odd. My husband also wears orthotics and hasn't run into this problem. Maybe it's your brand of shoe or type of shoelace. curious question: Is the orthotic sliding around, or just your foot?<br><b>References : </b><br> How odd. My husband also wears orthotics and hasn’t run into this problem. Maybe it’s your brand of shoe or type of shoelace.

curious question: Is the orthotic sliding around, or just your foot?
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]]> Comment on Interested in Podiatry need detailed information? by Mother M http://www.footpainblog.org/podiatry/interested-in-podiatry-need-detailed-information#comment-5551 Mother M Thu, 15 Jul 2010 01:04:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/podiatry/interested-in-podiatry-need-detailed-information#comment-5551 Preparation for podiatry school is very much like preparation for medical school. You will need to take a heavy load of sciences like biology. Podiatry school is four years long and followed generally by two-years of residency training. This link will provide you with some helpful information about podiatry education. Good luck!http://www.aacpm.org/<br><b>References : </b><br> Preparation for podiatry school is very much like preparation for medical school. You will need to take a heavy load of sciences like biology.

Podiatry school is four years long and followed generally by two-years of residency training. This link will provide you with some helpful information about podiatry education. Good luck!http://www.aacpm.org/
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]]> Comment on How To Relieve Foot Pain After Taekwondo Lessons? by possum http://www.footpainblog.org/foot-pain/how-to-relieve-foot-pain-after-taekwondo-lessons#comment-5531 possum Sun, 04 Jul 2010 21:58:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/foot-pain/how-to-relieve-foot-pain-after-taekwondo-lessons#comment-5531 Yes, it depends a lot on where the pain is and when you get it. For me, I am a chronic victim of plantar faciitis, aka, plantar worts. It's a nerve problem in the arch and heel. I feel it mostly on waking up in the morning, especially after a hard workout the night before. For this, I use extra thick rubberized shoe inserts, and it helps a lot. But other people have bone spurs, tendonitis (achilles tendon), ingrown toenails, even improperly healed breaks. These can all cause post-workout pain (as well as during the workout). You don't say where you have pain, but best is to see a doctor.<br><b>References : </b><br>30 years taekwondo Yes, it depends a lot on where the pain is and when you get it. For me, I am a chronic victim of plantar faciitis, aka, plantar worts. It’s a nerve problem in the arch and heel. I feel it mostly on waking up in the morning, especially after a hard workout the night before.

For this, I use extra thick rubberized shoe inserts, and it helps a lot.

But other people have bone spurs, tendonitis (achilles tendon), ingrown toenails, even improperly healed breaks. These can all cause post-workout pain (as well as during the workout). You don’t say where you have pain, but best is to see a doctor.
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]]> Comment on What’s the best way to treat a heel spur, besides a cortisone shot from the doctor? by uziell http://www.footpainblog.org/heel-spur/whats-the-best-way-to-treat-a-heel-spur-besides-a-cortisone-shot-from-the-doctor#comment-5533 uziell Sun, 04 Jul 2010 21:22:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/heel-spur/whats-the-best-way-to-treat-a-heel-spur-besides-a-cortisone-shot-from-the-doctor#comment-5533 surgery, it will take you out for a while but the heel spur probably will not go away. Talk to your doctor for other options.<br><b>References : </b><br> surgery, it will take you out for a while but the heel spur probably will not go away. Talk to your doctor for other options.
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]]> Comment on Which inexpensive sandals would be good for Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs? by Ezrada http://www.footpainblog.org/plantar-fasciitis/which-inexpensive-sandals-would-be-good-for-plantar-fasciitis-and-heel-spurs#comment-5535 Ezrada Sun, 04 Jul 2010 21:21:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/plantar-fasciitis/which-inexpensive-sandals-would-be-good-for-plantar-fasciitis-and-heel-spurs#comment-5535 Hi Maybe you will get many answers from people who want you to buy their favorite kind of shoes but believe me good shoes for one individual are bad for the other. I have plantar fasciitis and I have been through a long journey looking for a good shoe. A good shoe for one is not good for the other. An expensive shoe is not necessarily good for heel pain. You should find your kind of shoes or sandals, one that feels comfortable and give you support. It depends on many factors such as wide or narrow foot, high or low arch, your favorite kind of sport etc. You should try to use good cushioning shoe which has motion control and is not flexible in the middle. There is a good website that I use to take a look at from time to time. Many good ideas that I took from there - http://plantar-fasciitis-elrofeet.com/plantar_fasciitis_shoes.html Take care & Good luck<br><b>References : </b><br>http://plantar-fasciitis-elrofeet.com Hi
Maybe you will get many answers from people who want you to buy their favorite kind of shoes but believe me good shoes for one individual are bad for the other. I have plantar fasciitis and I have been through a long journey looking for a good shoe. A good shoe for one is not good for the other. An expensive shoe is not necessarily good for heel pain.
You should find your kind of shoes or sandals, one that feels comfortable and give you support. It depends on many factors such as wide or narrow foot, high or low arch, your favorite kind of sport etc. You should try to use good cushioning shoe which has motion control and is not flexible in the middle. There is a good website that I use to take a look at from time to time. Many good ideas that I took from there -
http://plantar-fasciitis-elrofeet.com/plantar_fasciitis_shoes.html
Take care & Good luck
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]]> Comment on How To Relieve Foot Pain After Taekwondo Lessons? by Rob B http://www.footpainblog.org/foot-pain/how-to-relieve-foot-pain-after-taekwondo-lessons#comment-5530 Rob B Sun, 04 Jul 2010 21:19:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/foot-pain/how-to-relieve-foot-pain-after-taekwondo-lessons#comment-5530 It depends on the kind of pain you are having. Talk to your instructor or doctor. As for me, if I go barefoot a lot, I have problems with my arches. I use professional arch supports in my shoes and keep those on when I'm not training. Sometimes I even wear them when I teach if they are hurting a lot.<br><b>References : </b><br> It depends on the kind of pain you are having. Talk to your instructor or doctor.

As for me, if I go barefoot a lot, I have problems with my arches. I use professional arch supports in my shoes and keep those on when I’m not training. Sometimes I even wear them when I teach if they are hurting a lot.
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]]> Comment on How do i stop heel pain without going to the doctor? by Frodo http://www.footpainblog.org/heel-pain/how-do-i-stop-heel-pain-without-going-to-the-doctor#comment-5532 Frodo Sun, 04 Jul 2010 21:17:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/heel-pain/how-do-i-stop-heel-pain-without-going-to-the-doctor#comment-5532 Hello, From your description it is hard to tell exactly why your heel hurts - it could be "Plantar Fasciitis" (Inflammation of the fascia at the bottom of the foot) Or just a bruise. If you can answer these questions I will be able to give you a better diagnosis and a possible treatment: 1) Does it also hurt when you are not walking/standing? 2) Is there any redness or swelling visible? 3) Is it sensitive to the touch? 4) Do you have high or low arches in your feet? 5) What kind of shoes you usually wear? 6) Do you have more pain after a night sleep (waking in the morning)? 7) Where exactly is the pain located in your heel? 8) Is it painful in both feet? What you should do for now is ice your heel at least 4 times a day. You should also try and avoid walking barefoot around the house - wearing shoes with orthotics can help. If gel inserts don't provide relief then you should consider having custom made orthotics to wear in your shoes. I also advise you to stretch your legs and feet before getting out of bed in the morning and after sitting down for a long period of time. Again, if you can answer my questions above I will be able to help you further. You can write to me directly if you prefer, my email is in my profile. Good luck and feel better!<br><b>References : </b><br> Hello,

From your description it is hard to tell exactly why your heel hurts - it could be "Plantar Fasciitis" (Inflammation of the fascia at the bottom of the foot) Or just a bruise.

If you can answer these questions I will be able to give you a better diagnosis and a possible treatment:

1) Does it also hurt when you are not walking/standing?
2) Is there any redness or swelling visible?
3) Is it sensitive to the touch?
4) Do you have high or low arches in your feet?
5) What kind of shoes you usually wear?
6) Do you have more pain after a night sleep (waking in the morning)?
7) Where exactly is the pain located in your heel?
8) Is it painful in both feet?

What you should do for now is ice your heel at least 4 times a day.
You should also try and avoid walking barefoot around the house - wearing shoes with orthotics can help.
If gel inserts don’t provide relief then you should consider having custom made orthotics to wear in your shoes.

I also advise you to stretch your legs and feet before getting out of bed in the morning and after sitting down for a long period of time.

Again, if you can answer my questions above I will be able to help you further.

You can write to me directly if you prefer, my email is in my profile.

Good luck and feel better!
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]]> Comment on How To Relieve Foot Pain After Taekwondo Lessons? by SiFu frank http://www.footpainblog.org/foot-pain/how-to-relieve-foot-pain-after-taekwondo-lessons#comment-5529 SiFu frank Sun, 04 Jul 2010 21:10:59 +0000 http://www.footpainblog.org/foot-pain/how-to-relieve-foot-pain-after-taekwondo-lessons#comment-5529 I had a similar problem the first few months when I started training. I started going bare foot around the house more. I also started doing toe lifts to strengthen my leg muscles. Another thing you can do to help with sore feet at home is to get a tennis ball and role it under your feet to gently massage your feet while relaxing watching TV, or playing computer games or whatever. It really helps a lot. My students report that it works well for temporary relief of soreness and minor pain. Soaking in warm to moderately hot epsom salt solution helps with more persistent pain. If these things don't help and pain is severe you should see a health professional.<br><b>References : </b><br>life I had a similar problem the first few months when I started training. I started going bare foot around the house more. I also started doing toe lifts to strengthen my leg muscles. Another thing you can do to help with sore feet at home is to get a tennis ball and role it under your feet to gently massage your feet while relaxing watching TV, or playing computer games or whatever. It really helps a lot. My students report that it works well for temporary relief of soreness and minor pain. Soaking in warm to moderately hot epsom salt solution helps with more persistent pain. If these things don’t help and pain is severe you should see a health professional.
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