I just got my orthotics and I'm scared of them

[papie]

I'm taking them running shoe shopping soon. OMG, the middle part is HARD plastic. How in the world is that not going to be torture to run with?

But my feet already hurt when I run (thanks to my overpronation and bunions) so maybe it won't be that different?

I'm trying them tomorrow. Yikes!

[laptopvixen]

I am also afraid of my orthotics.

I look at them every morning but so far we haven't been on a date.

[cleo29]

People I know that use them, swear by them.

[papie]

Aug 23, 2012 14:05:42 GMT -5 laptopvixen said:

I am also afraid of my orthotics.

I look at them every morning but so far we haven't been on a date.

We'll need to exchange first date stories.

[cbwm1]

I HATED them with a passion at first.

You have to gradually work your way up to wearing them full time. Start with an hour a day for a few days, two hours for another few days, etc.

Once you get used to them, you won't be able to wear any kind of shoe without them!

[kellbell191]

Agree that you need to start with an hour a day. I love mine, I run in them and got fitted with them for my running shoes. You will start loving them I promise just slowly work into it.

[jenn1298]

Aug 23, 2012 14:12:35 GMT -5 cbwm1 said:

You have to gradually work your way up to wearing them full time. Start with an hour a day for a few days, two hours for another few days, etc.

This

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Don't just throw them in your shoe and leave them there. Ease yourself into it. Wear them for an hour or two and then take them out gradually increasing your wear time which I'm sure the people who prescribed/made them told you! Don't be afraid, it's the over pronation that's hurting you. This will fix it! If they cause more pain, take em out and get a do-over!

[loveday]

My PT wants me to be fitted for orthotics because of my super high arches and the way I roll my foot. I'm a little intimidated myself. Report back and let us know if they are helping!

[Jalapeñomel]

I want some. My feet and back hurt.

[wildfloweragain]

Mine helped a ton.

[annyong]

I hope they work, papie!

I want some for my bunion, but I'm scared!

[mudslide]

They look uncomfortable, but really they are not. Ease into them. I have had to wear them for the last 5 years and will have to forever, because I tore my plantar fascia.