Best insoles & shoes for foot pain?

[Kingnoob]

I seem to have a lot of pain while standing long periods over a hour.
I tried sketchers slip ons $80 pair

https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-6535875/skechers-relaxed-fit-garner-crispin-mens-pull-on-shoes.jsp

and Nike reax with dr scholls insoles .
neither really was better for foot pain. Although I’m probably just considering using better insoles with these shoes I’m also open to better shoes that aren’t too expensive.
I also have bad back pain from standing long periods over a few hours. But there’s no desk jobs here I’m able to get so I’ll have to be standing a lot.

 

[Dude#1279435]

I'd just stick to the $50-60 shoe with room for insoles. Plus if you work in wet conditions the life of the shoe decreases.

 

[highfigh]

I seem to have a lot of pain while standing long periods over a hour.
I tried sketchers slip ons $80 pair

https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-6535875/skechers-relaxed-fit-garner-crispin-mens-pull-on-shoes.jsp

and Nike reax with dr scholls insoles .
neither really was better for foot pain. Although I’m probably just considering using better insoles with these shoes I’m also open to better shoes that aren’t too expensive.

Standing without any walking? Modern feet need support- comfort is great, but for standing, thick socks and firm shoes are better. High socks prevent circulation problems in the legs, too- they're more comfortable than short socks.

Where is the pain, just ahead of your heel(s)? That could be Plantar Fascitis and from experience, I can say it sucks.

I have worn New Balance shoes for a long time and they have better arch support than most- flat insoles are OK if someone sits most of the time, but for standing & walking, which I have done A LOT over the decades, arch support has made it possible. Also, it's good to switch between pairs of shoes if possible- it's not always financially practical, but it can help.

 

[everettT]

I seem to have a lot of pain while standing long periods over a hour.
I tried sketchers slip ons $80 pair

https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-6535875/skechers-relaxed-fit-garner-crispin-mens-pull-on-shoes.jsp

and Nike reax with dr scholls insoles .
neither really was better for foot pain. Although I’m probably just considering using better insoles with these shoes I’m also open to better shoes that aren’t too expensive.

Asics are the only comfort shoe I wear since 2007. They make series for people with different strides and with stability control and wide width. They're not cheap but if you get the previous years model they're around 50% off the usual 199 price. I have CRPS and have serious foot problems when an attack comes on.

 

[highfigh]

Asics are the only comfort shoe I wear since 2007. They make series for people with different strides and with stability control and wide width. They're not cheap but if you get the previous years model they're around 50% off the usual 199 price. I have CRPS and have serious foot problems when an attack comes on.

When peole ask what size I wear, I just say 'Clown, medium". I'm also a Clydesdale, so the psi is pretty high when I'm standing. I can definitely tell when my shoes need new insoles or replacement.

 

[TLS Guy]

I seem to have a lot of pain while standing long periods over a hour.
I tried sketchers slip ons $80 pair

https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-6535875/skechers-relaxed-fit-garner-crispin-mens-pull-on-shoes.jsp

and Nike reax with dr scholls insoles .
neither really was better for foot pain. Although I’m probably just considering using better insoles with these shoes I’m also open to better shoes that aren’t too expensive.

Foot pain is a symptom and not a diagnosis. So it is an axiom that you can't prescribe treatment without accurate diagnosis.

 

[Kingnoob]

Foot pain is a symptom and not a diagnosis. So it is an axiom that you can't prescribe treatment without accurate diagnosis.

Yeah I see I also have bad back pain from standing long periods over a few hours. I tried different insoles it kinda helped foot pain but it’s not gone.

 

[isolar8001]

Ear Pain, Foot Pain, Back Pain, Insomnia, Spider Warts....Surely we can add a few more to the list.
Guess that job you finally got at a Gas Station is putting the hurt on you.

 

[Kingnoob]

Ear Pain, Foot Pain, Back Pain, Insomnia, Spider Warts....Surely we can add a few more to the list.
Guess that job you finally got at a Gas Station is putting the hurt on you.

My new shoes and my last years shoes with new insoles neither are good enough. I don’t know if anything will help , they are in the $80-90 range . https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1915839/nike-reax-8-tr-mens-cross-trainers.jsp
The new insole are these. I was fine for 5 hours then the foot pain got worse.

 

[Dude#1279435]

My new shoes and my last years shoes with new insoles neither are good enough. I don’t know if anything will help , they are in the $80-90 range . https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1915839/nike-reax-8-tr-mens-cross-trainers.jsp
The new insole are these. I was fine for 5 hours then the foot pain got worse. View attachment 73055

I'd do these with some type of orthotic. Or alone. It kinda depends on your feet, the shoe etc. My experience is if I don't have a hard sole I feel it in my back eventually. Unfortunately a hard sole can have comfort issues. Plus I have a high arch.

 

[TankTop5]

I got plantar fasciitis a few years ago and ASICS solved it but lately they went to the goofy enormous heal. Now I change shoes almost daily but lately I’ve been loving Adidas Gazelle, my feet really like a large arch support.

You said you have foot and back pain, a chiropractor may be a good idea or a podiatrist to figure out what the real problem is.

 

[Kingnoob]

I got plantar fasciitis a few years ago and ASICS solved it but lately they went to the goofy enormous heal. Now I change shoes almost daily but lately I’ve been loving Adidas Gazelle, my feet really like a large arch support.

You said you have foot and back pain, a chiropractor may be a good idea or a podiatrist to figure out what the real problem is.

podiatrist maybe, I think it’s a weight caused issue I can’t lose weight. No matter how hard I try. I don’t even eat much food.
After so long of standing 2+ hours I just have to keep sitting down when there’s no customers it’s like my feet are shot .

 

[Dude#1279435]

podiatrist maybe, I think it’s a weight caused issue I can’t lose weight. No matter how hard I try. I don’t even eat much food.
After so long of standing 2+ hours I just have to keep sitting down when there’s no customers it’s like my feet are shot .

Maybe double up on the air pillo cushions if your shoes have room.

 

[TankTop5]

podiatrist maybe, I think it’s a weight caused issue I can’t lose weight. No matter how hard I try. I don’t even eat much food.
After so long of standing 2+ hours I just have to keep sitting down when there’s no customers it’s like my feet are shot .

Have you tried intermittent fasting? I have done (need to do it again) intermittent fasting where I only eat one meal a day and it’s literally anything I want. Lost about 60lbs in about 4 months. It’s rough for the first couple of days but your body adapts quickly and within 2 weeks you start feeling 10 years younger with tons of energy.

 

[highfigh]

podiatrist maybe, I think it’s a weight caused issue I can’t lose weight. No matter how hard I try. I don’t even eat much food.
After so long of standing 2+ hours I just have to keep sitting down when there’s no customers it’s like my feet are shot .

Anyone can lose weight but it's not always easy. Food is fuel but it's not how much, it's what is eaten. That, by itself, can be a big part of the problem- eating low calorie can be very boring and it's not cheap. Fast food can be very inexpensive, but the nutritional value is usually terrible.

It requires a different mind set- eating when 'it's time to eat' is an easy way to gain or not lose weight- I used to do that and changed to 'eat when I'm a bit hungry'. That works for me and I'm down about ten pounds in only a few weeks. Less carbs, too- I don't add sugar to anything, avoid white bread/pasta/large amounts of rice, no candy/ice cream/baked goods and eat lots of vegetables. Lots of easy ways to make vegetables in a way that aren't boring and bland- I like Asian cooking, so I stir fry with just a little oil and use sauces that don't contain sugar or high amounts of Sodium.

Do you squat, kneel with your feet flexed or sit on something that's close to the floor with your feet flexed? That's what caused PF in my feet. I stopped doing that and added some light stretching- it was gone soon.

Can you use an anti-fatigue mat on the floor? That could help, if the emloyer will allow it.

 

[NINaudio]

My new shoes and my last years shoes with new insoles neither are good enough. I don’t know if anything will help , they are in the $80-90 range . https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1915839/nike-reax-8-tr-mens-cross-trainers.jsp
The new insole are these. I was fine for 5 hours then the foot pain got worse. View attachment 73055

Is there a roadrunner sports near you? They can do a gait analysis and recommend shoes and inserts for you based on that. That's likely going to be better than anything we can tell you. Having gone through many pairs of shoes over the years my favorites went from New Balance to Asics to Saucony and now Brooks. I have always felt that Saucony's were very comfortable, they just rarely make them in my width.

 

[Kingnoob]

Anyone can lose weight but it's not always easy. Food is fuel but it's not how much, it's what is eaten. That, by itself, can be a big part of the problem- eating low calorie can be very boring and it's not cheap. Fast food can be very inexpensive, but the nutritional value is usually terrible.

It requires a different mind set- eating when 'it's time to eat' is an easy way to gain or not lose weight- I used to do that and changed to 'eat when I'm a bit hungry'. That works for me and I'm down about ten pounds in only a few weeks. Less carbs, too- I don't add sugar to anything, avoid white bread/pasta/large amounts of rice, no candy/ice cream/baked goods and eat lots of vegetables. Lots of easy ways to make vegetables in a way that aren't boring and bland- I like Asian cooking, so I stir fry with just a little oil and use sauces that don't contain sugar or high amounts of Sodium.

Do you squat, kneel with your feet flexed or sit on something that's close to the floor with your feet flexed? That's what caused PF in my feet. I stopped doing that and added some light stretching- it was gone soon.

Can you use an anti-fatigue mat on the floor? That could help, if the emloyer will allow it.

occasionally I eat Wendy’s but fast food is rare for me the Baconator meal was expensive $13.18 for large. But the biggie bag was too small $6.09. I eat breakfast usually a bagel or fig bar and dinner. Then usually a snack later . Two coffees a day from a k cup coffee maker .
anti-fatigue mat didn’t help. They have them.

 

[highfigh]

occasionally I eat Wendy’s but fast food is rare for me the Baconator meal was expensive $13.18 for large. But the biggie bag was too small $6.09. I eat breakfast usually a bagel or fig bar and dinner. Then usually a snack later . Two coffees a day from a k cup coffee maker .
anti-fatigue mat didn’t help. They have them.

I eat almost no fast food, but when I did before COVID, I would have the Spicy chicken sandwich or a Spicy Chicken GoWrap with a 1/4 lb double stack and that was my whole lunch. I used to like baked goods, but at this point, I shouldn't eat that stuff. Don't get me wrong, I am definitely a fan of good food, but it's time to drop a bunch of weight. My knees are just about toast and the weight just doesn't do the rest any favors. I have two mugs of coffee without adding anything because its Sumatra or Guatamaa and it doesn't need anything, then drink water or sparkling water, no soda, nothing with sugar.

 

[Kingnoob]

I eat almost no fast food, but when I did before COVID, I would have the Spicy chicken sandwich or a Spicy Chicken GoWrap with a 1/4 lb double stack and that was my whole lunch. I used to like baked goods, but at this point, I shouldn't eat that stuff. Don't get me wrong, I am definitely a fan of good food, but it's time to drop a bunch of weight. My knees are just about toast and the weight just doesn't do the rest any favors. I have two mugs of coffee without adding anything because its Sumatra or Guatamaa and it doesn't need anything, then drink water or sparkling water, no soda, nothing with sugar.

Yeah my knees used to be the problem now my feet hurt so bad I can’t stand very long. They don’t hurt at all when I’m sitting or on walks so I think it’s a weight issue.