Bone spurs and sore feet
I have a bone spur/bump on the big toe joint on both feet and I wear orthotics. I up to this point have only worn new balance 768 10D. My feet are killing me now. I need new shoes, what can I find at shoesnfeet that will help me!!! Peggy
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September 11, 2009 - 9:34am | JB says:
Peggy, It sounds like you are having some difficulties that do not sound too much fun. I can give you a few ideas of what to look for in footwear. These are just suggestions since I would need to see your foot to really make a recommendation.
The New Balance 768 is built on a PL/SL 1 semi-curved last (The last is what the shoe is built on). What does that mean? The PL/SL 1 means that it fits narrower and shallower than their other shoes, built on a PL/SL 2 last. With the spur/bump on your joint you want to have enough depth in the shoe so it does not put pressure downward on the big toe. The semi-curved fit is intended for someone who has a high arch with a little bit of pronation (collapsing of the arch inward).
With out knowing what your arch does it makes it difficult to recommend shoes for you.
General shoes characteristics I would think of for someone with your problems are:
1. Wide enough in the toe box
2. Deep enough toe box
3. Stiffer forefoot (where the shoe bends in the front) having a forefoot rocker might take some pressure off of the ball of the foot, by not allowing the toes to bend as much.
For more specific information about the right shoes for your feet visit one of our Certified Shoe Fitting Specialists at your local SHOES-n-FEET store.
I am wondering if others have additional suggestions for Peggy?
Best regards,
Chris
Owner
SHOES-n-FEET -San Francisco
September 11, 2009 - 12:57pm | Guest says:
Another thing to consider is whether or not your orthotics are fitting properly in your shoes. We would want to know if your othotics are full-length or 3/4. If they are 3/4 are you wearing them with nothing in the forefoot? For a 3/4 length orthotic we would want to put a Spenco cushion insole in the shoe to provide some cushioning in the forefoot area and also to help prevent the othotic from sliding in the shoe. It's amazing how many people we have helped with this simple solution to prevent their orthotics from moving around in their shoes. When the orthotics are staying in place they can do the job that they were designed to do.
Doug
Owner
SHOES-n-FEET Davenport, IA
September 14, 2009 - 1:14pm | Guest says:
Chris is spot on, Peggy. You may be better off in a shoe with a deeper toe box and/or a toe box with a different shape that best matches your foot shape. If you like New Balance try ones with a PL/SL 2 last. You will find it marked on the inside of the shoe on the footbed. Or, better yet, seek professional shoe fitting (our recommendation).
And, remember, socks can make a difference to fit and comfort. A less abrasive sock of adequate cushioning can help protect your sensitive areas!
Have faith! Your feet will be happy yet!
- Doug Carmean
SHOES-n-FEET Seattle and Everett, WA
November 21, 2009 - 6:43pm | Guest says:
Well I went to Shoesnfeet in Sacramento and spent $140 on NB 927's. they felt ok for a while but now they are rubbing that bone spur. I am most uncomfortable. I was told that a stiff bottom shoe would be the answer. I really am at the end of the line with shoes!!!! I've tried different socks, different lacing, insoles to help w/cushioning and placement. Nothing is working. I am most unhappy. I feel that the next step is an operation from my podiatrist and I feel that is probably what I will do. I am sick and tired of trying on shoes, nothing works!!!!
November 21, 2009 - 6:45pm | Guest says:
I meant to answer Doug in Davenport! Yes I am wearing full length orthotics not 3/4 length. The woman at ShoesnFeet put a Spenco insole in to help w/the slipping. I've tried it with and without. Nothing seems to work. Thank you for your help. I don't think I can be helped!!!!
February 4, 2011 - 9:03am | Guest says:
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