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I have pain in the ball of my foot when I walk, especially when not wearing shoes.. My doctors, both GP and Neurologist, ran a bunch of tests and concluded nothing - "maybe it's MS-related, or maybe it's plantar fasciitis ". They gave me more pain killers and suggested I try orthotics in my shoes. The pain killers don't help much. I have ordered orthotics ($575 ) but they are not here yet. Thanks for any info you can share.
I was dx with neuroma in both feet. In my opinion the spasticity in my feet either caused it or aggravated it along with weight gain and walking I do with my job. I had injections of steroids directly into the balls of my feet. Ice helps, what I did before to alleviate the pain and it was listed on treatment by podiatrist as well. I felt like I was walking on marbles, but in fact, I was walking on bundles of inflamed nerves. No matter if I say with my feet up or sleep through the night, my feet would hurt constantly and even worse upon walking. Stretching and rubbing my feet helps as well.
Look for Nike Benassi sandals on Amazon, famous footwear or khols. Get 1 size larger so you can wear socks with them (otherwise your feet might get too sweaty or your toes too cold). They come in whole sizes only and they also run small so don't get a 9 unless your shoe size is 8. The Benassi come in Solar Slides which cost $15 more but feel like a dream. You can get the regular kind for $20. If the expensive orthotics don't work out go by a running store and get fitted for some Brooks. Once you know your correct "platform" and size you can find a cheaper pair with the same specifics online or like I said at Ross for $29.99. Your feet are so important to your prolonged mobility and I am glad you are being proactive. Your feet will still hurt😳 but they will be supported.
@MyMSTeam users... - thank you everyone for all your answers! You folks are great!!! This def gives me some stuff to try and even to know it's not just in my head and could well be MS-related is a big, big help. (I mean it still sucks that it's MS but it changes my expectations. ) I will get my orthotics next Tuesday and start to see if that helps. Btw, the chiropodist said going around in the house without shoes is a no-no, just like Tracy said. Big hugs for all of you and I pray you have a good weekend and get some relief from the MS s**t that bothers you. Oh, btw, what's are "soccer slides" Tracy?
My Dr swears by Brooks running shoes. He said "once you wear them you won't be able to wear anything else". I found a pair for half the price they charge at a running store at Marshall's and I have also found them at DSW and even Ross. He was right I have 4 pairs. (And when I tried to wear my old Nikes on a rainy day I had to pull them off and switch to the Brooks- just like he said!) Also going barefoot is not a good idea. Try some soccer slides with socks for around the house. A tennis ball in a sock can be rolled gently back and forth under the sore spots. I hope you find relief soon!!
I had plantar fasciitis and to prevent a bone spur, I purchased some Dr. Scholl's Orthotics (Arthritis) design proved very helpful for me. A good pair of walking shoes can be helpful too.
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