[pct-l] Metatarsal issues

[Sarah Spergel]

Hi Lisa,
I had metatarsalgia last summer hiking the CDT so bad that I could not walk
without doping myself up on Ibuprofen, eventually got off trail, and had
pain for a few months afterwards. Metatarsal pads helped me a lot--but not
the drugstore ones, which I had trouble keeping in place. I've had a lot of
success with Aetrex Lynco 405 orthotics--see:
https://www.amazon.com/AETREX-LYNCO-SPORTS-L405M-ORTHOTICS/dp/B00F2259S4/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1468188219&sr=8-1&keywords=lynco+orthotics--men's
orthotics and men's shoes. No foot problems since, knock on wood. I agree
with others that there are few one-size-fits all solutions for feet, but
these orthotics really helped me.
Best,
Hatchet



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> Hi,
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> Been training for my Oregon section hike coming up July 28th. Started
> experiencing foot pain recently. It may be originating from my metatarsals,
> but has permeated to other areas of my feet as well.
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> How does one manage this while training, and even more importantly, on the
> trail? Do metatarsal pads help? If so, any good recommendations?
>
> I recently switched to the Brooks Cascadia 10 and feel that although my
> feet may have been an underlying problem already, the shoes have
> exacerbated the condition. Thoughts?
>
> Thanks,
> Lisa
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