and another surface, whether it be socks, shoes or a combination of both. To solve blistering problems you need to look at the following. 1) Do your shoes fit correctly – are they wide enough, deep enough and long enough to accommodate your feet? 2) Are you

to cure the problem – I still get pains in these toes, which always ends in the nail falling off. I’m sure I can’t be alone with this problem – is there a gadget or a special type of shoe that I should be using?A Morton’s toe, or Morton’s neuroma, is a

Q I’m an overweight beginner who can now run three to four miles every other day at a steady 10 minute/mile pace. But a few years ago I suffered fallen arches, which caused quite considerable pain. My GP recommended arch supports, which I stopped

UAN:207 Article type:-->SymptomsYou’ll notice a painful, hot toe after a run in new shoes or without socks. This may then cause discomfort in any shoes.SignsYour nail turns dark red or black due to blood underneath. This happens because

running on hard surfaces, such as concrete; and running in stiff shoes.Beginners are the most susceptible to shinsplints for a variety of reasons, but the most common is that they’re using leg muscles that haven’t been stressed in the same way before

-ray or scan.Self-treatmentIf you avoid pressure you will ease the pain, so bigger shoes, soft padding, or avoiding heel backs by using sandals or running without shoes can help. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory tablets and ice are the other staple treatments

with hydrocortisone or a similar appropriate steroid.Can you run through it?If you change your shoes and use an arch support, you may find that some running is possible, but you should not run through any pain that’s severe enough to cause you to limp.Recovery time

off. I’ve fitted an orthosis in my left cycling shoe, and heel raises in my running shoes. I mainly run off-road and do plenty of static stretches, along with stretches over a step, and massage the tendon. But it still hurts – what can I do?A Your

visible; the rest of the shoe may be in very good condition (500 miles is an average lifespan; it could be 200-800 miles depending on the shoe and your body).Consistent running is better for your body than training in fits and starts, but for beginners

, particularly during faster sessions. For days afterwards the area is painful, even to gentle massage. I only use the ‘traditional’ rugby stretch of one foot back with my heel to the floor. Is the problem caused by my changed running surface, or could it be my