Current Foot Protocol
I’m writing this post, mostly for myself, to document all the things that I’m doing to my foot to make it better. Also, for my coach, because she always asks… as she should be! 
I’m not necessarily posting for suggestions, but if you’ve been in a similar situation and have something that worked for you, let me know.
The doctor recommended a treatment plan of three things -
- Lots of Stretching -
This includes a night splint/use with heating pad to stretch out my foot while I’m watching TV and laying around, I’m supposed to use this 1-2 hours per night. This also includes stretching before I get out of bed and post-workout. I’ve got a series of stretches that I should do in each scenario. - Reduce Inflammation -
His recommendation was Flector. It’s an NSAID in a patch form. I put it directly on the area. I had some issues getting this prescription filled because I switched insurances (with my new job) and needed pre-authorization, which then had to happen twice. As a result, I just got this filled on Friday. Let’s hope it helps. - Support Foot -
I was fitted for custom orthodics. I’m wearing my tennis shoes with my orthodics as much as possible. I am wearing supportive shoes, even when I don’t wear my tennis shoes.
In additional to this -
- Massage Therapy – with someone new, recommended to me by a good tri friend who also suffers from stupid lower limbs – Julie Barton. She is including a technique called cupping on my calves and foot. I’ve been to one session and have 3 more lined up over the next month.
- Foam rolling daily.
- Rolling foot on ball several times daily.
- Trying really hard to be patient.
My poor, stupid foot. I just want it to be better!
3 Bone Spurs
This is an x-ray of my right foot from November. Notice the 3 bone spurs – 2 on the back of my heel and 1 on the front of my heel bone. Really tight lower legs and overuse are to blame. Since I’m not planning to ease up on the mileage anytime soon…I’ll have to figure how this jacked up foot is going to get me there. I’m working on it.
More on this later. Mostly, I’m testing the WordPress iPhone app.
