catnapper
07-30-2007, 07:55 AM
Remember when I hurt my foot last winter? The doctor said that the toe wasn't officially broken but the X-rays revealed that I had heel spurs. At the time it didn't mean anything to me because I wasn't ever on my feet too long. Well it means a lot to me now. I feel crippled by the end of the day. My feet throb at work and some days I groan when I realize I have to get up from my desk to greet a customer. By bed time.... well, if you need a laugh, watch me go down the steps to let Nicki out.
Hubby's been the same way and he had X-Rays done a few weeks ago to confirm it. So we're suffering together. You should have seen us last night. Two oldsters sitting on the couch. Both were thirsty but neither one of us could get up to refill our cups because of our throbbing heels.
I did a quick online search for remedies. But I kept finding people selling stuff. I don't want to buy something unless I've heard its effective. A coworker said there are stretching exercises that provide relief, but I couldn't find it online. I did chuckle over many sites saying Birkenstocks provide relief. Can you see me dressed up for work and wearing Birkenstocks? LOLOLOL Hubby said a lot of people have told him about those sandals. Speaking of hubby, his doctor confirmed heel spurs but didn't say anything about how to get relief.... he only mentioned that if it gets too painful to go to the orthopedist. :rolleyes:
Anyone have/had them? What can we do to get some relief? Different shoes brands? Supportive insoles? Stretches? What worked/works for you????
Hubby's been the same way and he had X-Rays done a few weeks ago to confirm it. So we're suffering together. You should have seen us last night. Two oldsters sitting on the couch. Both were thirsty but neither one of us could get up to refill our cups because of our throbbing heels.
I did a quick online search for remedies. But I kept finding people selling stuff. I don't want to buy something unless I've heard its effective. A coworker said there are stretching exercises that provide relief, but I couldn't find it online. I did chuckle over many sites saying Birkenstocks provide relief. Can you see me dressed up for work and wearing Birkenstocks? LOLOLOL Hubby said a lot of people have told him about those sandals. Speaking of hubby, his doctor confirmed heel spurs but didn't say anything about how to get relief.... he only mentioned that if it gets too painful to go to the orthopedist. :rolleyes:
Anyone have/had them? What can we do to get some relief? Different shoes brands? Supportive insoles? Stretches? What worked/works for you????