Semi-regular whinge

[hummingwolf]

I can't find my ancient custom-made orthotics. I suspect that I threw them out and I rather wish I hadn't. This in spite of the fact that if I did throw them out as I suspect that I did, I had good reason--the coverings were worn out enough that when I tried to use them last, the orthotics tore up my socks and were rather bad for the feet they were meant to be good for. If I'd been able to find a way to remove the covering material, the orthotics might have been useful underneath some cushioning inserts, but I never did find a way to do that. If it turns out that I didn't throw them out and I eventually find wherever they've been hidden, I will probably try to use them and then throw them out in disgust.

In spite of all their utter uselessness, I do wish I had those old orthotics. Why is that, you ask? Because they were made to fit my feet, that's why. Every nonprescription orthotic insert out there is made to support arches my feet don't have and it hurts and I'm tired of it and I am whining inside my own head right now and it's annoying.

This coming week, I'm going to try once again to find out if how I can visit a podiatrist, even though I belong in the category of person over 21 without diabetes or circulatory problems. There's gotta be a way.

Comments

[defeatedbyabridge]

Oh, boy, that sounds so frustrating, honey. :(

[hummingwolf]

Yeah, it is.

Life. Why so hard?

[hasufin]

Several years ago, when my plantar fasciitis first started acting up (I have no room to complain, really, it's totally my fault), my podiatrist made these arch supports out of "piano foam" and bandaging. Unlike orthotic inserts, they could be put directly on my foot and did not require shoes. This is a boon for a dedicated sandal-wearer like me.

Now, this leads to two things:

1) If I found the materials (not, I think, terribly difficult) I recall how to make them and could try to make some for you, or walk you through it.

2) I've found that they now make these suckers commercially, in different shapes and sizes. Which likely won't work for you, but does exist as an option.

[bluegreen17]

ouchie. feet are pretty sensitive,and you like to walk. there has got to be a way that you can see a podiatrist. you seem to be very resourceful so i think your chances are good.hoping you can figure something out.

[hummingwolf.livejournal.com]

I'm not always that resourceful when it comes to dealing with medical stuff. Especially when I'm this tired.

Bleh. My feet don't feel too bad today, but then again I haven't walked much in the last two days. We'll see what happens tomorrow!

[kitten-goddess.livejournal.com]

I'm sorry your feet hurt *hugs*

[hummingwolf.livejournal.com]

Me too!

::hugs back::