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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Anyone got any tips for Upper foot pain? the pain is right under where my laces are. Guessing it's inflammation of the extensor tendons, which run along the top of your foot and give you the ability to pull your foot upward and straighten your toes.

Had 10 days off and went for a 6k run last night as was feeling better, but now back to square one again, so frustrating as can't excercise

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A bit of frozen spunk before going to bed and you'll be fix the next day

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"A bit of frozen spunk before going to bed and you'll be fix the next day "

Yeah I'll try that thanks, along with gargling it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"A bit of frozen spunk before going to bed and you'll be fix the next day

Yeah I'll try that thanks, along with garlic

Don't put garlic with it... It won't work

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By *ice But Very NaughtyCouple
over a year ago

Swansea

"Anyone got any tips for Upper foot pain? the pain is right under where my laces are. Guessing it's inflammation of the extensor tendons, which run along the top of your foot and give you the ability to pull your foot upward and straighten your toes.

Had 10 days off and went for a 6k run last night as was feeling better, but now back to square one again, so frustrating as can't excercise

We are runners, I (her) get slight inflammation there sometimes but it eases after resting and also not wearing my trainers quite so tight. I also lace my trainers up a slightly different way (as shown in the sports shop) and this helps me too.

Sorry I can't be of more help. Best of luck though, really hope you recover soon

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By *wingamajigsCouple
over a year ago

Folkestone

I had a pair of insoles made at the Sweatshop. Basically the insole is heated and molded to the shape of your foot.

For Bergan/tabbing Inuse Enerter insoles which use D30 armour. This is flexible and like memory foam until an impact. Got mine from amazon.

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By *edangel_2013Woman
over a year ago

southend

Google different ways to tie shoe laces. I've had various issues over the years, but now do my laces different, and it's worked.

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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago

Dubai & Nottingham

I get it sometimes there on one foot after about 6-8k starts with a numb foot. I don’t think it’s how tight the laces are but the way they are tied

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By *viatrixWoman
over a year ago

Redhill

Best to get it checked out. I got injured (right metatarsal) and I will gave to defer my place at the London Marathon. Gutted.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Have you tried doing laps of your living room for a bit bare foot? If no discomfort it might mean that you just need differnt trainers. I'm guessing though, I'm no real help but I hope you get it sorted and get back on the pavement soon

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Try lacing your trainers differently, or not doing them up so tight. Odd place for ‘pain’, from my experience.

Go to a local running shop, one where they will look at your current trainers, analyse your gait, running style, etc - not a sports shop.

What trainers are you using? Where are you running, road, track, off-road?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had 10 days off and went for a 6k run last night as was feeling better, but now back to square one again, so frustrating as can't excercise

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Try taking turmeric tablets worked for my Achilles ! Oh and magnesium spray x

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By *exyangietgirlTV/TS
over a year ago

edinburgh

Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I sometimes get this if the laces are too tight

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thanks everyone, I'll try and answer all together.

I wear Reebock floatride running shoes and they're so comfy and have been fine until now, I also lace them as they came which was the ladder type method. Do you really think it could be the lacing?

Any tips on a quicker recovery? I'll look in to the magnesium spray too. Someone I know said just give it 6 weeks off, I'll go crazy waiting that long

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

10 days off isn't that long. You might need to try changing exerciae for 4 -6 weeks? Maybe swimming or using a bike or anything with no impact on the foot.

Your body also compensates when something is wrong so if your not careful you can cause a different injury.

Its frustrating but running is for life and so a few weeks off is better than a permanent injury. Good luck OP.

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By *elshkinkyMan
over a year ago

south wales

Freeze a bottle of water and roll your foot over it for a while... there’s a tendon that runs along the sole of your feet that shortens with bad posture and pulls your toes under slightly which stretches the top of your foot. If it is the tendon on the sole it can lead to IT band issues

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

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This and only this as you could risk permanent damage

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By *elshkinkyMan
over a year ago

south wales

"Thanks everyone, I'll try and answer all together.

I wear Reebock floatride running shoes and they're so comfy and have been fine until now, I also lace them as they came which was the ladder type method. Do you really think it could be the lacing?

Any tips on a quicker recovery? I'll look in to the magnesium spray too. Someone I know said just give it 6 weeks off, I'll go crazy waiting that long

And lace them uk by licking them in place. Check on line how to do it and stops the trainer moving while running

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Thanks everyone, I'll try and answer all together.

I wear Reebock floatride running shoes and they're so comfy and have been fine until now, I also lace them as they came which was the ladder type method. Do you really think it could be the lacing?

Any tips on a quicker recovery? I'll look in to the magnesium spray too. Someone I know said just give it 6 weeks off, I'll go crazy waiting that long

And lace them uk by licking them in place. Check on line how to do it and stops the trainer moving while running "

Thanks I'll look for this, and I'll also try the frozen bottle

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

This and only this as you could risk permanent damage "

Yeah I know, last resort though as I'm Stuborn and like to get on with it.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

This and only this as you could risk permanent damage

Yeah I know, last resort though as I'm Stuborn and like to get on with it. "

Where did you get your running shoes from?

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"10 days off isn't that long. You might need to try changing exerciae for 4 -6 weeks? Maybe swimming or using a bike or anything with no impact on the foot.

Your body also compensates when something is wrong so if your not careful you can cause a different injury.

Its frustrating but running is for life and so a few weeks off is better than a permanent injury. Good luck OP. "

Looking like my only option, might try the bikes at the gym for a while, just get bored on them tho

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

This and only this as you could risk permanent damage

Yeah I know, last resort though as I'm Stuborn and like to get on with it.

Where did you get your running shoes from? "

Bought them online, can't remember now exactly where from.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Best to get it checked out. I got injured (right metatarsal) and I will gave to defer my place at the London Marathon. Gutted.

Sorry to hear

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

This and only this as you could risk permanent damage

Yeah I know, last resort though as I'm Stuborn and like to get on with it.

Where did you get your running shoes from?

Bought them online, can't remember now exactly where from. "

I hate to say this but they might not be right for you, I get mine from a specialist running shop they’re a bit more expensive but you get the advice etc

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

This and only this as you could risk permanent damage

Yeah I know, last resort though as I'm Stuborn and like to get on with it.

Where did you get your running shoes from?

Bought them online, can't remember now exactly where from.

I hate to say this but they might not be right for you, I get mine from a specialist running shop they’re a bit more expensive but you get the advice etc "

Been using them a while now though, really comfy too. I am weighing up going to a specialist shop to be fair once I get this sorted though.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

This and only this as you could risk permanent damage

Yeah I know, last resort though as I'm Stuborn and like to get on with it.

Where did you get your running shoes from?

Bought them online, can't remember now exactly where from.

I hate to say this but they might not be right for you, I get mine from a specialist running shop they’re a bit more expensive but you get the advice etc

Been using them a while now though, really comfy too. I am weighing up going to a specialist shop to be fair once I get this sorted though. "

It might be best in the long run, happy to help if you have any more questions

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By *ylvie 888Woman
over a year ago

Cleethorpes

Had 10 days off and went for a 6k run last night as was feeling better, but now back to square one again, so frustrating as can't excercise

I find that if I've done my laces too tight...

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Go to a good sports physiotherapist.

This and only this as you could risk permanent damage

Yeah I know, last resort though as I'm Stuborn and like to get on with it.

Where did you get your running shoes from?

Bought them online, can't remember now exactly where from.

I hate to say this but they might not be right for you, I get mine from a specialist running shop they’re a bit more expensive but you get the advice etc

Been using them a while now though, really comfy too. I am weighing up going to a specialist shop to be fair once I get this sorted though.

It might be best in the long run, happy to help if you have any more questions "

Thank you x

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Had 10 days off and went for a 6k run last night as was feeling better, but now back to square one again, so frustrating as can't excercise

I find that if I've done my laces too tight..."

Could of I suppose, I'm looking at different options as some have recommended with laces.

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By *om and JennieCouple
over a year ago

Chams or Socials

I have plantar fasciitis & the cold bottle works a treat under the foot but it doesn’t sou fluke you have this? I had a gait assessment. My trainers aren’t pretty but they are functional & protect my feet. I hope you get your answer x

J x

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By *elshkinkyMan
over a year ago

south wales

I swear by Hoka trainers btw.. worth a look after gait analysis

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I have plantar fasciitis & the cold bottle works a treat under the foot but it doesn’t sou fluke you have this? I had a gait assessment. My trainers aren’t pretty but they are functional & protect my feet. I hope you get your answer x

J x"

Thanks. Already popped a bottle in the freezer for tomorrow

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I swear by Hoka trainers btw.. worth a look after gait analysis "

I'll have a look, thanks.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Just like to say thank you everyone, some great advice

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As you say they were fine to start with one thing to try is loosening the laces right off. Over time as you tighten and tie the laces up they can stay a fraction tighter each time, and eventually start to cause issues.

I have to do this with one pair of my trainers. All the rest are fine, I just have this problem with one of them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Asked a friend about this she is a track athlete.

She recommends that you visit a dedicated running shop most towns have them nowadays. They can give impartial and sound advice for no cost.

And a simple test for Extensor Tendonitis try putting your foot down and push down on your toes, get someone to then hold your toes to the floor try to pull your toes up against the resistance. If you're feeling pain on top of your foot or along the Extensor Tendon when you're doing that then it's probably Extensor Tendonitis.

Are your Calves going tight when you run this can also cause Extensor Tendonitis.

Also a fallen foot at arch

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"As you say they were fine to start with one thing to try is loosening the laces right off. Over time as you tighten and tie the laces up they can stay a fraction tighter each time, and eventually start to cause issues.

I have to do this with one pair of my trainers. All the rest are fine, I just have this problem with one of them."

I'll do that, thank you.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Asked a friend about this she is a track athlete.

She recommends that you visit a dedicated running shop most towns have them nowadays. They can give impartial and sound advice for no cost.

Are your Calves going tight when you run this can also cause Extensor Tendonitis.

Also a fallen foot at arch

Aww bless ya, thank you.

Yes when I do that test it really hurts on top of my foot, it hurts like hell when I walk down any steps too.

Not noticed anything from my calves or arch problems though. Problem is it took so long to get used to my running shoes as I've soft feet so get blisters galore, I really don't want to change them if I can help it. But after everyone's advice I'm going to go for a proper test once I can at least slowly run again and see what they say.

Been running for 4 years now and can't imagine not being able to do it anymore.

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By *iablo soloWoman
over a year ago

southside

I get this sometimes too.... it feels like the lace us too tight...definitely worth getting the gait analysis... the wrong pair of trainers can ruin everything for u. I just have a dodgy ankle after an old rugby injury, so I strap my ankle up when running now. My new injury of late is on the outside of my ankle which is a strange one!!

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By *wisted999Man
over a year ago

North Bucks

Got the opposite after a hefty fight with compartment syndrome and shin splints my arches and balls of my feet hurt.

I can never get momentum with my running programme I also have to have lengthy lay offs which interrupt my training.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I get this sometimes too.... it feels like the lace us too tight...definitely worth getting the gait analysis... the wrong pair of trainers can ruin everything for u. I just have a dodgy ankle after an old rugby injury, so I strap my ankle up when running now. My new injury of late is on the outside of my ankle which is a strange one!!"

Frustrating isn't it, It's worried me because after a steady 6k run I'm back to square one . Hope it heals soon for you though too.

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By *ai24Man
over a year ago

Hull

Try a hard ball, golf ball or something similar to massage the area.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Got the opposite after a hefty fight with compartment syndrome and shin splints my arches and balls of my feet hurt.

I can never get momentum with my running programme I also have to have lengthy lay offs which interrupt my training. "

The joys of running eh, feel your pain. I've very soft feet so I used to constantly nurse blisters, spent more time off my feet than on in the early days. Perseverance is all we can do.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Try a hard ball, golf ball or something similar to massage the area. "

I do massage it. Someone suggested similar with a frozen bottle of water rolling it under my foot, I'll try that later and then use the bottle as an ice pack after

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By *iablo soloWoman
over a year ago

southside

Frustrating isn't it, It's worried me because after a steady 6k run I'm back to square one . Hope it heals soon for you though too.

Thank you, I hate being injured! I'm on the treadmill for a bit atm, boring as f**k but easier on the ankles for now!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Frustrating isn't it, It's worried me because after a steady 6k run I'm back to square one . Hope it heals soon for you though too.

Thank you, I hate being injured! I'm on the treadmill for a bit atm, boring as f**k but easier on the ankles for now!"

Oh god poor you, I hate treadmills, think that may be my route back eventually tho

I'm a street runner.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Had 10 days off and went for a 6k run last night as was feeling better, but now back to square one again, so frustrating as can't excercise

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properly fitted trainer's and possibly footbeds will be your best bet and check out the"step over" technique to look at how your actual running technique maybe causing issues. Remember it's not running that is causing you pain it's the interaction with the ground.

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By *edangel_2013Woman
over a year ago

southend

Don't know how long you've had your trainers, but you should only run around 500 miles in trainers before you replace them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Don't know how long you've had your trainers, but you should only run around 500 miles in trainers before you replace them."

Don’t be fooled by this, the last two pairs I’ve had I’ve got 800 miles out of them

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