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Daydream Believer said:
I've been getting gout attacks for 20 years marra, although the 1st 10 years were misdiagnosed as early onset Arthritis as I mostly get attacks in the knees & ankles rather than toes. Because of the misdiagnosis it got progressively worse until most months I was hobbling roughly 3 weeks out of every 4.

I couldn't get away with Allopurinol either, it left me feeling weak & without much appetite. I'm on febuxostat instead now & it's been amazing. No side effects, no big attacks since November, just a few minor flareups that I've been able to either train with or work around.

It's my longest period of uninterrupted training since my late twenties & This year I've managed a Marathon, 20 mile road race, 16 mile road race, 4 ½ Marathons, 4 10ks, a 5 miler & 14 parkruns. I've actually signed up for this winter's cross country season for the 1st time in years as the cold & wet & long time before getting them properly warm & dry combination used to almost guarantee an attack but I'm fairly confident it's under control now.
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Went to see the specialist today been referred to a podiatrist now. Apparently my foot shape is that bad that he is surprised that I haven't had more problems. I think I may be Forrest Gump.
I have three issues that aren't necessarily related. He thinks the gout will improve with medication and diet. The osteoarthritis isn't a major issue as far as he can tell and there's nowt that they can do anyway. He did say they would give a cortisone injection if I was in a lot of pain and was desperate to get through a half marathon. I doubt I would ever be that desperate to do one.
The foot shape is the major issue and I should be wearing insoles in my day to day shoes as well as my running shoes.
 


RestlessNatives said:
Went to see the specialist today been referred to a podiatrist now. Apparently my foot shape is that bad that he is surprised that I haven't had more problems. I think I may be Forrest Gump.
I have three issues that aren't necessarily related. He thinks the gout will improve with medication and diet. The osteoarthritis isn't a major issue as far as he can tell and there's nowt that they can do anyway. He did say they would give a cortisone injection if I was in a lot of pain and was desperate to get through a half marathon. I doubt I would ever be that desperate to do one.
The foot shape is the major issue and I should be wearing insoles in my day to day shoes as well as my running shoes.
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theres a company called Podfo that one of our best runners used , based in newcastle, anyway your shout but if going down that route maybe worth a try, dont think they are cheap though
 
like i say hes not meant to be cheap but a lass at our club was ruined and on verge of giving up and his custom made orthotics sorted her , she now runs for GB at masters level
 
Fletch said:
like i say hes not meant to be cheap but a lass at our club was ruined and on verge of giving up and his custom made orthotics sorted her , she now runs for GB at masters level
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It would have to be some proper Inspector Gadget type shit for me to reach that level.:lol:
As long as I can get round a half marathon without ending up with an elephant's foot I'll be happy.
 
tempted to sign up to a marathon for next year. I've already entered liverpool half, is it possible to upgrade?
 
oROSSo said:
tempted to sign up to a marathon for next year. I've already entered liverpool half, is it possible to upgrade?
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They should, may have to pay an admin fee and the difference. I'm going to sign up to Manchester marathon and attempt to run sub 3 hours
 
D.A said:
They should, may have to pay an admin fee and the difference. I'm going to sign up to Manchester marathon and attempt to run sub 3 hours
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manchester is another option. I know people running both of them. One worry with Liverpool is its just a week before my holidays and I'll probably knacker myself or summit.

Whats your current PB? I'll be fending off the street sweeper
 
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RestlessNatives said:
Went to see the specialist today been referred to a podiatrist now. Apparently my foot shape is that bad that he is surprised that I haven't had more problems. I think I may be Forrest Gump.
I have three issues that aren't necessarily related. He thinks the gout will improve with medication and diet. The osteoarthritis isn't a major issue as far as he can tell and there's nowt that they can do anyway. He did say they would give a cortisone injection if I was in a lot of pain and was desperate to get through a half marathon. I doubt I would ever be that desperate to do one.
The foot shape is the major issue and I should be wearing insoles in my day to day shoes as well as my running shoes.
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Often physio's and Pod's are too quick to send you down the rote of custom orthortics - it basically easy money in flogging them to you. I full length custom pair will be 250-300 a pop and probably need replacing every 12-18mths depending on how much you use them. Have a look on YouTube for the 'gait guys' and some of the other 'foot tripod' stuff - it is possible to strengthen feet / arches etc and 'cure' issues like pronation over time. Fast fix orthotics are not always the best way forward.
 
archiesdad said:
Often physio's and Pod's are too quick to send you down the rote of custom orthortics - it basically easy money in flogging them to you. I full length custom pair will be 250-300 a pop and probably need replacing every 12-18mths depending on how much you use them. Have a look on YouTube for the 'gait guys' and some of the other 'foot tripod' stuff - it is possible to strengthen feet / arches etc and 'cure' issues like pronation over time. Fast fix orthotics are not always the best way forward.
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Cheers. No way can I justify £300.
 
oROSSo said:
manchester is another option. I know people running both of them. One worry with Liverpool is its just a week before my holidays and I'll probably knacker myself or summit.

Whats your current PB? I'll be fending off the street sweeper
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If you're not planning a running holiday you'll be fine.

3:11, I wanted to beat it this year but London marathon was far too hot. You've got plenty time to train, you'll do it in 4 hours no bother by then.
 
D.A said:
If you're not planning a running holiday you'll be fine.

3:11, I wanted to beat it this year but London marathon was far too hot. You've got plenty time to train, you'll do it in 4 hours no bother by then.
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think i'm going to enter the brass monkey in Jan and see how fast I can do that in. Had a better time in me for Kielder but I was running with people.
 
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RestlessNatives said:
Went to see the specialist today been referred to a podiatrist now. Apparently my foot shape is that bad that he is surprised that I haven't had more problems. I think I may be Forrest Gump.
I have three issues that aren't necessarily related. He thinks the gout will improve with medication and diet. The osteoarthritis isn't a major issue as far as he can tell and there's nowt that they can do anyway. He did say they would give a cortisone injection if I was in a lot of pain and was desperate to get through a half marathon. I doubt I would ever be that desperate to do one.
The foot shape is the major issue and I should be wearing insoles in my day to day shoes as well as my running shoes.
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Just noticed a clinical study for Osteoarthritis pop up on my Facebook if you're interested in taking part. We’re getting under the skin of Osteoarthritis - Synexus
 
One of those days when you feel like you can do no wrong.

5 miles in 38.37. Should really have kept on going and beaten my 10k besy, as felt as if I was flying along, but doing another half marathon on Sunday so max today was 5.
 
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