Foot pain advice needed!

[griff488]

Hi folks!

I am needing some advicse with regards to foot pain I'm getting after longer rides.
All the previous threads I've read about foot pain seem to occur during the ride itslef which is where I'm diffferent! I have no discomfort whilst riding but after I've finished and try to walk anywhere i get severe pain in the ball and big toe of my feet. The right foot is worse but there is also pain in the left.

Any ideas whats causing this? I think I need wider shoes but don't want to fork out loads on new shoes if i don't have too!!

Cheers Griff

 

[S-Express]

What shoes, what pedals?

 

[griff488]

Currently have Sidi shoes. Not sure on the model think they're Genius maybe?? My pedals are Look Keo Carbon with the red cleats.

 

[S-Express]

Depending on what constitutes a 'longer' ride for you (to some people it's an hour, or two hours, three hours, etc) then it sounds as though the toe box of the shoe is not big enough - or has been over-tightened - to the point that it may be restricting your feet, which do expand a bit when riding.

If you've already tried loosening the shoe bindings, then going a size up (or a different brand of shoe altogether) might be the next option. Personally, I always start a ride with my shoes relatively loose, and then tighten them as I go, on the basis that if I start with the shoes done up tight, then there is nothing left for the foot to expand into.

 

[griff488]

By longer ride I mean 70-100 miles over 5-8 hours of riding. I have tried loosening the toe straps to the point they're hardly doing anything and my foot feels like its moving too much, all making no difference. I hadn't considered going up a size to allow extra room though so might have to try that or go for a wide fit shoe. No idea if the Sidi's are wide fit or not

 

[vickster]

Sidi offer their shoes in mega option

Bikechaincafe have Sidis at good prices, eBay or direct

Assume you've tried thinner socks as a cheaper option

 

[bigjim]

I would not have thought shoes size would be affecting the ball of the foot. I experienced this on a long hot 100mile ride. My problem was caused by gout. Never had it before in my life. Dehydration is a big stimulator for hidden gout to rear it's head. I now get an attack about once a year. Proceeded by tingling in the foot. I have Naproxen tablets in stock and they stop it in its tracks, plus a few pints of water down my neck. I'm very careful now to avoid dehydration on a ride. So. Just a thought.

 

[User269]

Depending on what constitutes a 'longer' ride for you (to some people it's an hour, or two hours, three hours, etc) then it sounds as though the toe box of the shoe is not big enough - or has been over-tightened - to the point that it may be restricting your feet, which do expand a bit when riding.

If you've already tried loosening the shoe bindings, then going a size up (or a different brand of shoe altogether) might be the next option. Personally, I always start a ride with my shoes relatively loose, and then tighten them as I go, on the basis that if I start with the shoes done up tight, then there is nothing left for the foot to expand into.

So the question about 'What shoes, what pedals?' was irrelevant then.

 

[S-Express]

So the question about 'What shoes, what pedals?' was irrelevant then.

Not really, Sherlock. He might have been wearing trainers on flats, for all we knew. Some cycle shoes have a reputation for a narrow fit (like Sidis, for instance), while others are known for being wider (like Bont, or Specialized, for instance), but it's always nice to have as much context as possible, or don't you agree?

 

[bigjim]

So the question about 'What shoes, what pedals?' was irrelevant then.

People just trying to help. Live with it.

 

[Kernow Cyclista]

I was having pain at one side on top of one foot down by my little toeon longer rides. I went into my lbc and they discovered the cleat was in a slightly different position to the one on the other shoe. It was adjusted, I also bought some thinner socks and loosened my shows a little and have had no problem since.

 

[Levo-Lon]

Id go with ill fitting shoes..
When on the bike your feet are being squeezed but your not putting all your weight on them.
So when you stop and remove the shoe your foot swells and returns to a relaxed shape.
Bit like walking a long way in bad shoes ..

You may have a bit of planter fascia? Do your feet hurt when you get up in the morning?
Or after putting your feet up for a while

 

[griff488]

Id go with ill fitting shoes..
When on the bike your feet are being squeezed but your not putting all your weight on them.
So when you stop and remove the shoe your foot swells and returns to a relaxed shape.
Bit like walking a long way in bad shoes ..

You may have a bit of planter fascia? Do your feet hurt when you get up in the morning?
Or after putting your feet up for a while

Yes I do get Planta fascia but only in my left foot! Its my right foot that hurts after a ride!

I think I'm going to start with either docs or physio and maybe a bike fit to check cleats are in correct position

 

[griff488]

Anyone know any cycling physios in the midlands?

 

[vickster]

Anyone know any cycling physios in the midlands?

Tried google?

Midlands a big area...these guys are in Warwickshire for example

http://www.tudorphysiotherapy.com/about.html