Retarded feet = new trainers every 3 weeks

Darkst4r · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:11

Ok heres my problem, every time I buy a new pair of trainers I have to replace them every 2 or 3 weeks because of my wonky feet.

The outside heel edge wears down massively compared to the rest of the shoe and looks crappy very quickly.

Does anyone else have this problem and if so is there any solution bar a set of Forest Gump leg callipers ?

I was thinking maybe there could be some kind of wedge shape insert or insole I could use to counter my weird gait.

I've included a picture to explain better:

I am fully prepared for the onslaught of *&%$ taking comments that my predicament will no doubt bring !

Greenlizard0 · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:12

Haha you have foot aids.

Kol · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:13

Yes go see your gp and get referred. You need some
Orthotics to correct it.

Redman · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:13

Every 2-3 weeks? Damn, I'd take them back if they wore that badly after such a short time. Oh, and I'd stop walking like Dale Winton if I were you too

Azza · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:16

Kol said:
Yes go see your gp and get referred. You need some Orthotics to correct it.

This.

How long has this been going on? Surely it would occur to you that you should see a doctor as soon as you noticed your feet were not normal... :confused:

Tefal · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:16

get some fell running shoes or similar, should be a damn sight more hardy.

starfighter · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:16

Post a video of your wonky walking, we will laugh at you until it is better.

Or see a GP.

Greenlizard0 · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:17

^Do that. I feel it's imperative we understand the problem before we can really advise.

Darkst4r · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:19

It's been going on for as long as I can remember really, I haven't seen a doctor or anything because I didn't really think it was a medical problem, just an unfortunate way my feet are.

I used to ride BMX and skateboard quite a lot as a teenager and sprained both ankles a few times so it could from then ?

I'll book an appointment and see what they say.

Darkst4r · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:22

Haha, I dont walk funny. At least nobody has mentioned anything, it's just the way my feet hang when I pick them up to walk. You can't notice anything.

I've tried every type of footwear from running shoes to skate shoes to proper shoes and the wear is the same.

K.C. Leblanc · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:25

Darkst4r said:
I've tried every type of footwear from running shoes to skate shoes to proper shoes and the wear is the same.

Clogs?

CliffyBiro · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:27

What the hell are you walking on? Lava?

Darkst4r · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:27

skippi90 said:
What the hell are you walking on? Lava?

You would think so

Greenlizard0 · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:27

It sounds like you're dragging your feet as well.

Beans on toast Dave · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:28

i would put them on the wrong foot they would wear evenly then

might be a bit uncomfortable

Azza · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:28

challengedavid said:
i would put them on the wrong foot they would wear evenly then

might be a bit uncomfortable

LOL!

Great advice!

Darkst4r · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:29

challengedavid said:
i would put them on the wrong foot they would wear evenly then

might be a bit uncomfortable

+1 for problem solving, -10 style points.

tibbsey · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:29

Don't wear any shoes.

You'll start to wear down your heel and so it'll force you to re-approach the way you walk.

Walking over rough concrete will help speed this process up.

indyskyz · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:33

i feel your pain OP i have the same problem although its over a period of 6 months
i dont walk funny or drag my feet just wear the outsides out

SexyGreyFox · 31 Jul 2010 at 20:33

Go to a proper running shop where you can have a MOT on your feet.
They will get you on a treadmill and watch your gait and with the correct shoes you should be OK.
If it is too much then a trip to the Podiatrist to see if you need orthotics.