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Best metatarsal pads for metatarsalgia/capsulitis
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Limulus
Dec 16, 17 14:20
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Hi all,
I'm trying to recover from some ball of foot pain and a diagnosis of capsulitis in the second toe (MTP joint) of my left foot. I think I'll be able to return to running soon, but obviously I'd like to try to prevent this from ever occurring again.

I was just wondering if anyone has any recommendations on metatarsal pads that have worked for them to offload the ball of foot/toe joint area. I've been using these:

https://www.amazon.com/...sal+pads+for+runners

with a Sole insole with a met pad:

https://secure.yoursole.com/...s/active-medium-met/

I like the Happy Feet pads because the are adhesive but they are so thin, I don't feel like they are doing much.

I've seen some posts on the forum that people like Hapads and appear to duct tape them to their insoles.

Does anyone have any other pads they like? If so, how do you keep them from moving around while running? Thanks for the info.
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mvenneta
Dec 16, 17 18:09
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Here’s what I used

FootSmart Gel Callus Cushions https://www.amazon.com/...ZM?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Try to think of what caused the issue and try to address that - rather than continuing to train the same and using the pad

For me it was too much hard running ... and i don’t like heavy shoes

Once in awhile the pain flares up and I put these back on the ball of my foot, and then I take it easy running for awhile

This pad never really slips inside my sock - they are pretty tight in there, couldn’t imagine using duct tape!

Good luck getting better. Hope pain goes away soon and you get bSck running!
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ktm520
Dec 17, 17 11:36
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Lyncos: comes with or without rear posting with front transverse arch support.

Stiff midsole shoes e.g. Saucony Guide/Mirage, Altra Paradigm, most Hokas, Nike Vapor...

Inverted orthosis or modified Mortens extension to shift load to first MTP

In loose order of correction/mitigation.

No cutouts, IMO.
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rroof
Dec 17, 17 17:08
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https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Tec-Athletics-Premium-Metatarsal-Large/dp/B01DL0CDL4/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1513559285&sr=8-13&keywords=metatarsal+pad


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doug in co
Dec 18, 17 9:54
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1/8" orthopedic felt, cut to shape, stuck to bottom of whatever insole came with the shoe. Sometimes the insoles compress significantly and then need a second layer of the felt to get the appropriate lift and separation..

https://www.muellersportsmed.com/...ive-backed-felt.html

rroofs' pads look good too.
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ktm520
Dec 18, 17 20:55
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All these solutions will likely help and rroof knows his stuff. FWIW, in working specifically with runners and runner's footwear the addition of the pads can be challenging in terms of fit/placement, friction... that is the reason of recommend the lynco. No vested interest, link is to neutral bed with metatarsal pad. They also come with a rear post (~2 degrees) with same metatarsal pad (L425).

I actual tested these in my days as a fellow and they were one of the few OTC insoles that actually change kinematics (location) beyond cushioning.


http://aetrex.com/...orthotics-l405m.html




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aikiman44
Dec 24, 17 17:39
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Try a Budin splint. It’s a plantar pad that hooks around one or two toes.
And don’t wear anything with a thin or non cushioned sole at any time. Slippers are bad and walking barefoot is the worst.
That Aetrex insert may cushion the area for relief, but it will not alter any ‘kinematics’.

Adhesive pads are good, place one behind the area that hurts ( toward the heel). You can thicken the area under the hot spot with a thinner material, but place the thicker felt or foam behind/proximally.

A custom orthotic will work best, though, if the problem continues. It will alter the ground reaction forces under the metatarsal heads, as well as provide cushioning using any number of effective materials.
Dr Jay
http://www.Tri-Pod.net
Last edited by: aikiman44: Dec 24, 17 19:38
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