Funny...I never thought I would actually miss going to the gym, but I really do. I was planning on going today, but my feet are already hurting quite a bit from a busy week at work.
For many who do not know, I have been dealing with foot pain which has also caused knee & hip pain, thus the lack of time in the gym. It all started back in May, but I didn't do anything about it until June. The pain in my feet just got to be so bad that I was having a hard time walking at work. At first it was worse when I walked in bare feet, but then they started to hurt all the time. I broke down & went to see a podiatrist. I found out that I had a neuroma in my right foot (which is an inflamed nerve) and some inflammation at the base of each big toe. The pain was caused by my tendons attached at the site of inflammation. I was given a cortisone shot between my 3rd & 4th toes (which hurt like hell!), given a prescription for anti-inflammatories and padding to give my right foot some relief. This all helped some, but still hurt especially when I was at work.
After 3 weeks, the anti-inflammatories started to work & I was feeling a lot better. I was told that I would need orthotics as I have a very high arch & it puts extra pressure on certain parts of my foot. I was not crazy about the idea of spending around $300 for orthotics so I asked around at work. I found out a Physical Therapist casts for orthotics & would only charge cost & shipping....HUGE savings!
I am semi-patiently waiting for my orthotics to come in so I can get back into a good gym routine. I have had an unfortunate weight gain which I'm sure doesn't help the foot pressure situation either (hahaha). I am hoping the I can get back to jogging & being able to play raquetball without aggravating my feet. There will be some celebrating going on when that day comes! :)
love to all!
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