You are hereForums / Preparation / Training / Pain in the Arch
Pain in the Arch
Yes... that's A-R-C-H 
For the last couple of days I've had a pain in the arch of my right foot. I'm not sure, but think my right foot is also swollen - that shoe certainly felt tighter when I put it on yesterday.
What's the go? Has anyone heard of this kind of pain being caused by riding? I haven't been doing much else
- Login to post comments
- Bookmark & share
Rob, have a look here and google the name.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plantar_fasciitis
Looks like they are talking about extreme condition, you may just need to put your foot onto a bag of frozen peas to relieve the inflammation.
As shazz would say, go to bunnings, pick up some cement and harden the...
I get arch pain a lot. It could be the shoes, i found the specialized ones hurt a lot, the shimanos didn't but obviously everyone is different.
Try a different pair of shoes see if that makes a difference.
... on this subject. If you wanna borrow the DVDs so you're a bit better informed, drop me a PM.
They won't give you a specific diagnosis, but will help if you need to engage with a health professional such as a podiatrist.
Yes, you can get it from riding. I'd suggest it has something to do with your shoes.