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  • #16
    Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

    Originally posted by awranger View Post
    I've been wearing orthotics for a number of years and find they make a big difference. I have a pair in an Ecco golf shoe. You've got it right as to wear to get them. If you have health insurance through work they might be covered. Have them made from a cast of your foot. You should find they help alot.
    most people would play just fine in running shoes.
    I have 5 pair of comfortable golf shoes and yet this year am seriously considering a pair of non-spike Puma King Exec.

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    • #17
      Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

      +1 on using a foot Doctor. I just paid $550 and recovered $250 from insurance. My Doc is Kel Sherkin, he is a podiatrist and wants you to return every 6 months for visits, all prepaid in the amount. Worth every dollar.

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      • #18
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        +10 on the specialist way. $550 for the first pair and then $250 for each extra pair made from the same mold. Tried all the "off the shelf stuff" and none of it worked over the long haul. There is no better way than a specialist. Only something molded from your foot will provide the necessary support for every area of your foot. If the off the shelf stuff works it usually means you have more of a tired foot syndrome than a true problem.
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        • #19
          Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

          For shoes you just need to make sure that you buy shoes with a removable insole. You should definitely mot feel the spikes through the sole of the shoe.

          If you can afford custom made orthotics, go for it. Anything custom made should be better than off the rack. I tried SuperFeet for $40, and have been satisfied with those.

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          • #20
            Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

            You shouldn't feel the spikes through your shoes, ever. It sounds more like a bad pair of shoes than worn out, but either way I'd replace them.

            I've worn orthotics for the past 12 years. I developed severely painful plantar fasciitis when I used to run a lot - the first few steps every morning were almost unbearable with pain in the heel.

            I got mine done the right way as others have described - plaster casts made while lying on my front with my feet hanging off the edge of the table. I don't remember the exact cost but around $400-500 sounds about right. I got the half length ones and have had them re-covered a few times at the foot clinic/store thing on Yonge N of Eglinton. The fabric cover can wear out, but new covers are cheap - $15-20.

            I wear them almost all the time - it's very quick and easy to grab them out of one pair of shoes and toss them into another. The only times I don't use them is for downhill skiing (boots too tight), XC skiing (too much movement), and golfing! For XC and golf I use a pair of Superfoot insoles, which seems to work out fine. FWIW I always walk when I play, never cart.

            I think if you have a "real" foot ailment, orthotics are the way to go. If you're just suffering from tired feet, off-the-shelf insoles might work, as well as golfing in running shoes.
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            • #21
              Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

              Originally posted by swingpure View Post
              I wore them for a short while in my golf shoes (my wife still does) and I still wear them in my running shoes. They did work, but I could not find a pair of golf shoes that the orthotics did not squeak in. I couldn't stand the squeaking and took them out. They did help my feet and I now play pain free.
              I've worn them for many years, and I've found the best solution to the squeaking. Put a little baby powder or any powder in the shoe before inserting the orthotic, and the squeak is gone!

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              • #22
                Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                Originally posted by Johnson View Post
                The doctor said I need prescription orthotics for some foot pain that I get with walking the golf course. Anyone use these in their shoes and do they help? where did you get them? He said most physios, chiros and podiatrists cast them.

                Another question ,when you start feeling the the spikes pressing into your feet is it a sign the shoes are done or you just need a new insole for extra padding?
                I have flat feet (technically fully collapsed arches) and need to wear orthodics to prevent leg and back pain. I have been using the same style for three years now - new pair coming in two weeks and they let me walk and do anything short of running pain free.

                If you're going to get orthodics, get them from a chiropractor; I did not need to get a cast of my feet, rather, he had machines that took digital scans of the feet and also analyzed my legs and knees. Odds are, if you've got foot pain, it's probably going to cause mis-alignment in the rest of your body. The chiropractor will be able to help with that as well; mine was able to show how my left foot's poor support in my old arches resulted in a weak left leg and right shoulder.

                Some people may only need support's available off the shelf; however, if your doctor is telling you to get orthodics, go see a pro. Saving a few hundred dollars it's not worth screwing up your feet, legs, and back.
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                • #23
                  Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                  I consider them somewhat of a scam. How do orthotics made from casts of your feet account for different leg lengths? I am now working out in bare feet and intend to play golf in my adidas 360's. I sure they work for some, but do your research and check out the media surrounding wearing no shoes at all.

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                  • #24
                    Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                    Sharing my experience. I couple of years ago, I developed plantar fasciitis (pain in arches for me, often in heel for others). Luckily I caught it early and have no problems now. Many people live with plantar fasciitis for years and never fully resolve the problem.

                    I solved it with exercise and stretching routine from a physiotherapist, and off-the-shelf (but high quality) orthotic inserts. Expensive custom inserts may work for some people, but well designed off-the shelf may be as good or better.

                    My experience in brief:
                    * did lots of internet research.
                    * knew that if I saw a chiropractor, podiatrist, chriopotist (not sure if I spelled them all right), that each of this type of practioner would be highly likely to recommend custom orthotics.
                    * I decided to see a medical doctor who specializes in sports medicine, with a particular interest in feet (he is medical director for some marathons). The foot pain actually wasn't so bad when I saw the doctor (since I caught it early). He suggested physio.
                    * By the time of my first physio appointment (just 1 week later), pain was much worse. Physiotherpist set up routine of exercises and stretches.
                    * at around the same time, a big article came out the NYT and Globe&Mail saying how off-the-shelf orthotics was as good as custom. My physiotherpist suggested off the shelf orthotics.
                    * in internet forums, lLots of people with plantar fasciitis foot pain also recommended off the shelf orthotics more often.

                    Some links:

                    Here's the article in the New York Times: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/01/07/he...best.html?_r=1

                    Here's the actual study quoted in the article:

                    Study noted that off-the-shelf inserts (premium ones.. not Dr Scholls type) are just as good as expensive custom inserts.

                    After more research, I ended up buying some "Superfeet".. available at Running Room, National Sports, MEC. http://www.superfeet.com/

                    And a Canadian company with heat moldable insoles (form to your feet). http://www.yoursole.com/why-sole/foot-health/ availabe at running room.

                    each person will have a different situation... but hope these links are helpful for anyone with foot pain.

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                    • #25
                      Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                      I also have this issue; I have developed planta faciitis as another poster, through golf (walking w/ push cart), playing a lot of basketball, and playing softball.

                      I had to limp to the bathroom when I roll out of bed in the morning, feel pain in my right heel when walking to work, then the pain goes away until the next morning.

                      Playing so many sports without doing proper stretching and massaging will cause foot pain (among many other reasons); I have seen a specialist and got some recommendations for massages that I can do myself. So far it's been helping, but it remains to be seen whether it will get rid of the pain completely even when the golf season finally arrives.
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                      • #26
                        Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                        I only wear them in my golf shoes and dress shoes. They have made a 100% difference for me. If your insurance doesn't cover it, try Superfeet, they are a good/cheaper alternative.

                        Good luck

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                        • #27
                          Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                          I am a chiropractor that currently manages a clinic that employs a chiropodist along with with other rehabilitation health professionals. Firstly I would have to say that everyone can benefit from custom made orthotic/orthopaedic shoes. With regards to which casting method is best is still debated, whether it is plaster cast or foam casting technique. The entire goal is to place your foot in a "neutral" position so the mechanics of walking is optimized and stresses on the structures of the foot/knee/hip/lowerback are minimized. As for the "scanning" techniques, we use that in conjunction with our physical assessment to determine the mechanics of the individuals walking, but the orthotic is made with the cast itself. The main thing to look for is that the clinic/facility that you purchase the orthotic from is able to make adjustments to the orthotic if they do not solve your problem when it is first made. The main thing is that the clinic should be able to make an orthotic specific for your needs and condition.

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                          • #28
                            Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                            Originally posted by philly63 View Post
                            I consider them somewhat of a scam. How do orthotics made from casts of your feet account for different leg lengths? I am now working out in bare feet and intend to play golf in my adidas 360's. I sure they work for some, but do your research and check out the media surrounding wearing no shoes at all.
                            Orthotics aren't intended to address leg length differences. But that in no way makes them a scam.
                            The "no shoes" movement is a bit of a scam. I read "Born to Run" (a book about barefoot distance running) and thought the author had confused anecdotes about successful runners with biomechanically gifted feet as being proof that shoes caused problems for everyone.
                            I have a friend who has tremendous distance vision - he can see things that are miles away - but it doesn't mean the glasses industry is all just a scam.
                            In short - don't confuse inappropriate usage for proof of ineffectiveness.

                            Originally posted by ice1124 View Post
                            I also have this issue; I have developed planta faciitis as another poster, through golf (walking w/ push cart), playing a lot of basketball, and playing softball.

                            I had to limp to the bathroom when I roll out of bed in the morning, feel pain in my right heel when walking to work, then the pain goes away until the next morning.

                            Playing so many sports without doing proper stretching and massaging will cause foot pain (among many other reasons); I have seen a specialist and got some recommendations for massages that I can do myself. So far it's been helping, but it remains to be seen whether it will get rid of the pain completely even when the golf season finally arrives.
                            I agree that physio/rehab can be an important part of the solution.

                            Originally posted by dcdc View Post
                            The main thing to look for is that the clinic/facility that you purchase the orthotic from is able to make adjustments to the orthotic if they do not solve your problem when it is first made. The main thing is that the clinic should be able to make an orthotic specific for your needs and condition.
                            Just wanted to emphasize that final point: You need to get what YOU need, for whatever foot problem YOU are having. For some, off-the-shelf footbeds will work. For others, more serious (and expensive) solutions are required.

                            Good luck with finding what works for you
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                            • #29
                              Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                              Originally posted by Ignatius Reilly View Post
                              Orthotics aren't intended to address leg length differences.
                              I am picking up custom orthotics (right foot only) with a lift built into them to address leg length differences? Is this against what you are saying here?
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                              • #30
                                Re: Golf Shoes and Orthotics for foot pain

                                Originally posted by golfingoalie View Post
                                I am picking up custom orthotics (right foot only) with a lift built into them to address leg length differences? Is this against what you are saying here?
                                Nope - (but I see how you could get that from what I typed...)

                                Custom orthotics are intended to fix specific problems with the foot itself. Heel lifts can address leg length differences (up to a point).

                                My guess (worth what you pay) is that if your doc has recommended a single custom orthotic, you may have both leg length AND foot problems? I don't know why you wouldn't get a pair of orthotics - unless your doc is trying to save you money () or get you to spend money on one you don't actually need ().

                                For simple leg length difference, I'd think heel lifts should suffice. But if I had to choose, I'd trust my doc (who's got all the info) over some golf newsgroup Other than costing money, I'm unaware of orthotic actually causing problems (although friends have required a couple of fitting sessions to get them "right").
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