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Originally Posted by KCZ  I have unique issues due to back and left ankle problems. The best thing I ever did for myself was to see a physical therapist who specializes in foot/gait problems, and who fit me for custom orthotics. Then I went to a good, reputable shoe store (not a sleazy discount place) and got shoes that fit my feet and accommodated my orthotics. You may need to consider the same thing. |
Your mention of a physical therapist reminded me of an experience I had.
My back was in excruciating pain once, and I went to a doctor. I had a twisted vertebra. I had to psych myself up for the pain before turning over in bed, it hurt so bad. The pain pretty much defined my personality--that's how much it was. It was the worst pain I've ever had. He prescribed pain killers and muscle relaxants. A week later I was no better.
Then he referred me to a physical therapist. She bent my body a certain few ways, and by the next morning I was able to think straight, and the following day I had almost no pain. She saved me, and that's no exaggeration. She might be an exceptionally good one, I don't know, but I wish I had seen her first.
Physical therapists rock!