Foot/Ankle Pains

[shauntp]

Hi,

The other day I went to buy new shoes and was told I have a high arch, as well as my feet rolled-in (I think that was the word he used). He told me I needed proper support for it and recommended some special gel soles for the shoe. I'm not sure if the shoes themselves are any different or not (just look like regular sneakers to me).

Now, before this I had never experienced any form of pain or noticeable problems, however, since getting/using these shoes I've been experiencing ankle and foot pain whenever I'm not using them. Nothing severe, but incredibly uncomfortable. Does this sound normal and will go away on its own, or has the guy stuffed up? I am planning on seeing a podiatrist if you think this doesn't sound right.

Thanks.

[S. Kaul, MD]

Hi there!

Well, without a clinical evaluation it would be difficult to comment on the situation. The arch supports are normally fitted into the shoes and they basically just look like regular shoes; though I would suggest getting this evaluated by an orthopedician or a well experienced podiatrist, if you actually need them. Unnecessary usage could lead to symptoms as well.
Hope this is helpful.

Take care!

[shauntp]

Just quickly, the shoes were from a place called athletes foot, and he said they were pretty high (he could fit three fingers under the arch (while I had socks on). The arch's face each other (if you put your feet parallel), while the foots flat on the on the other side.

I also have no other problems (neurological, muscle problems, bone problems, etc etc).