I've been walking around in my "boot" for several days now and my arch is killing me! Obviously, I am not one to need arch support, but sheesh! I think the problem is a hard soled shoe without arch support. My foot is not flexing or moving naturally (of course it isn't, it isn't supposed to) so the arch is being flattened without the opportunity for the muscles to engage and support it. I think this is why so many people think they need arch support. If you are in a stiff, non-flexing shoe, you probably do need orthotics! If I haven't adapted in a week or so, I'll go back to the clinic and beg for some help, this is nuts.
It is going to be a LONG 6 weeks!
It is going to be a LONG 6 weeks!