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Shoe inserts for support / bunions

SandGirl — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 00:36:04 GMT

I wasn't sure where to post this.

I want to try inserts but I don't want super thick ones that won't fit in my shoes or make my shoes super tight.

Would love to hear your recommendations, I'm clueless where to start.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

hooked on books — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 01:40:46 GMT

@SandGirl, if you are looking for support in the arches of your feet, I would definitely recommend the Vionic brand. Along with a good selection of footwear, they also sell the inserts that come in most of the shoes, separately. Good luck! Wishing you Happy Feet!

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

AngelPuppy1 — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 12:53:55 GMT

I don't know how good they are but drug stores have that Dr. Scholl kiosk where you put your foot on the stand and it supposedly suggest a certain insolve. They are not really expensive.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

Still Raining — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 15:37:57 GMT

Not sure there are any that would fit into a dress shoe you already own. They do take up space.

Might be better to move to a different style for other times.

Took a while for me to accept clodhoppers for comfort. 9.5 double wide at 5'3", you get the picture. But I can walk forever.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

Shanus — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 17:03:26 GMT

@SandGirl wrote:
I wasn't sure where to post this.
I want to try inserts but I don't want super thick ones that won't fit in my shoes or make my shoes super tight.
Would love to hear your recommendations, I'm clueless where to start.

@SandGirl I had an orthopedist make orthotics for my running/gym sneakers & went up 1/2 size to allow for them. For my every day shoes, I rely on Clark's flats, sandals, even some nice comfy dress shoes on their site. They have wonderful support. No suggestion on what to do about the bunion issue except if quite painful and causing problems walking in most shoes, maybe a doctor visit is a good idea.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

SandGirl — Sun, 22 Dec 2019 19:12:01 GMT

@Still Raining Thank you!! What are Clodhoppers? I tried to google but nothing came up....

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

ECBG — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 03:01:59 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 wrote:
I don't know how good they are but drug stores have that Dr. Scholl kiosk where you put your foot on the stand and it supposedly suggest a certain insolve. They are not really expensive.

@AngelPuppy1 They aren't effective. They didn't even last me a month for metatarsal pain.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

ECBG — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 12:29:43 GMT

@AngelPuppy1 If the issue is a bunion, and the issue isn't for an insert. Bunions stem from a certain type of foot and outside pressure. To help, you want to stop pushing in on the area. You can use wider shoes, tie shoes (stop slide ons which hold on at the metatarsal area causing pressure. If your shoes are too tight, not only will you have pain, but the area will be red.

I highly recommend you order this bunion stretcher for all of your shoes. It will help relieve pressure with your shoes, and for goodness sake, don't wear plastic shoes. Leather stretches!

Amazon Hoke And Ball, owned by most shoe stores. You can't wear it out. Rub some warm water on the inside of the shoe and clamp this on for several days. It will help you with every shoe you own.

My family owned the largest fine shoe store here for 50 years. I learned quite a lot and have the kind of foot for bunions. I wore the wrong shoe for years as a teacher and developed a bunion. I know all of the applications.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

AngelPuppy1 — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 12:01:26 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
@AngelPuppy1 wrote:
I don't know how good they are but drug stores have that Dr. Scholl kiosk where you put your foot on the stand and it supposedly suggest a certain insolve. They are not really expensive.
@AngelPuppy1 They aren't effective. They didn't even last me a month for metatarsal pain.

@ECBG

O.k. I didn't know. I have a bunion, also. I have a terrible time getting comfortable shoes as well. it is a big problem.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

Fressa — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 15:55:54 GMT

I discovered the brand "foot petals" on HSN. I think QVC has them as wll. These are soft and thin inserts to cushion inside your shoes or whatever. They come in different shapes for different parts of the shoe, I have them in most of my shoes and boots.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

Still Raining — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 19:05:14 GMT

@SandGirl wrote:
@Still Raining Thank you!! What are Clodhoppers? I tried to google but nothing came up....

Sorry, it is merely a nickname for big, ugly shoes.

I have 4 bunions, with the outer ones being the worse. I have to go up 1 size and 2 widths. If your bunions are red when you remove your shoes, they are being irritated.

I also have some fused bones, which are causing one foot to shrink, and metatarsal pain. And really high arches.

If you look around you can find good insets, but they will not fit into your usual. Expect to pay at least $50.

I still have "good" shoes, but can not stand them for long.

For me New Balance last SL2 shoes with one of their met pads work well.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

ECBG — Tue, 24 Dec 2019 23:10:05 GMT

They're extremely light support. For a real issue, they're not enough.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

ECBG — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 04:32:37 GMT

@SandGirl Take a look at Foot Smart dot com. They have everything possible for the feet. Just put your problem in the search bar.

I even get dress shoe inserts there which I put in sandles.

Re: Shoe inserts for support / bunions

1MrsT — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 22:18:29 GMT

@SandGirl I have bunions and also developed Morton's Neuroma, so I'm always looking for solutions to make my feet comfortable. I've recently discovered (and absolutely love) silicone toe separators. I slip one between my big toe and the one next to it. It holds my big toe in proper position, where without it in, that big toe wants to drift toward the rest of the toes on that foot. The silicone is soft, but not so soft it can be flattened out. Wearing them has made a huge difference for me, so much that I don't get that awful pain running along the side of my foot toward that big toe joint. I buy these from Amazon.

I've tried shoes with known arch support, as well as inserts for my feet/shoes. Bunions often run in families...but also from ill fitting shoes with narrow toe boxes. I'm doubly cursed.

First and foremost I look for wide toe boxes so my toes can splay and not be cramped. Insoles by their very nature, take up depth/width in shoes, so best to have shoes where the insoles can be removed, or buy larger shoes. I prefer the toe separators over insoles. Combining the separators with a wide toe box shoe that has some arch support AND a stiffer sole provides the most comfort for me.

i think for all of us with foot issues, it's a whole lot of trial and error to find what makes our feet happy. Hopefully you'll find something that works for you.