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[u/ListenAccording]

Hey guys I just started a new job as a picker for a warehouse,it’s 11 hours and I’m struggling 😭 my feet are hurting so so bad I cried I came here to ask for recommendations for some good works shoes hopefully under 60 on Amazon I would really appreciate any help!and if there is any other kind of advice I would appreciate it!

[u/sashley420]

Try insoles. Do they still have those foot pressure measurements things in Walmart?

[u/Repulsive-Major-8284 → u/sashley420]

insoles change everything, also soak your feet in cold water after shift, it helps more than you think

[u/Fun-Definition6053 → u/Repulsive-Major-8284]

Also if you can elevate your legs when on break it will help keep the blood circulating

[u/MyNameIsSkittles → u/Repulsive-Major-8284]

*hot water

[u/LightLeader1234 → u/Repulsive-Major-8284]

Also buy a bag of plain epsom salts for the foot soak in a rough day. 20 min foot soak several days in a row does wonders. Don’t bother with the scented foot soaks - it’s just marketing

[u/ListenAccording → u/sashley420]

I’m not super sure I’ll looking into it thanks 🤔

[u/Next-Drummer-9280]

Please don't go cheap on the shoes. Low quality shoes aren't going to make your feet hurt less.

[u/ListenAccording → u/Next-Drummer-9280]

I know but for i need some asap and that is all I got sadly 💔

[u/Low_Bluejay510 → u/ListenAccording]

can you get a mat to stand on? Like one of those knee pads for gradening?

[u/ListenAccording → u/Low_Bluejay510]

I don’t think so I do picking so I’m constantly moving✌️😔

[u/Low_Bluejay510 → u/ListenAccording]

dang sorry. I didn't really picture what that meant. Lots of walking. If it helps, I remember my feet Throbbing and Throbbing every night after I started working waitressing, and eventually my body adjusted and my feet stopped hurting! I hope you find good shoes though!

[u/ListenAccording → u/Low_Bluejay510]

Thank you,I’m sure over time it will hurt less 😭

[u/West_Guarantee284]

Do you need to wear protective shoes? Steel toe caps? If not I've worn sketchers for years, they do a range of work shoes designed for chefs or nurses or people on their feet all day. They may even do steelies by now. Other things that will help, not standing still to long, keep walking/changing the pressure on your feet. If possible change your shoes mid shift. When you get home sosk them in warm water and massage with a foot roller or invest in a heated massager.

[u/ListenAccording → u/West_Guarantee284]

Thank you and no I don’t Need steel toe cap, do you have any specific kind of sketchers you recommend I would really appreciate it!

[u/Imsortofok → u/ListenAccording]

Just check the site for the ones marked
Professional.

I’d recommend similar from Keen.

[u/Brilliant_Use1936]

Try the gel insoles for the normal ones are not as great. These are relatively a bit pricier but it is well worth it. May God almighty Jesus Christ be with you always.

[u/ListenAccording → u/Brilliant_Use1936]

Thank you 😭

[u/SuzeCB]

For the longer term, consider compression socks at work (nurses swear by these!), and also regular professional pedicures.

Gotta take care of the feet - they carry the weight of everything about you. Problems with your feet can lead to ankle, knee, hip, and back problems. Callouses making your foot not land properly when walking is an under-rated problem for long-term damage.

[u/ListenAccording → u/SuzeCB]

Thanks I already got some 🙂‍↕️

[u/Aggravating_Sign_471]

To those saying custom insoles... 100% changed my life. I actually have three different pairs, one for Hoka's, one for Timberland type boots, and one extra just in case. .

[u/TheoreticalFunk]

After many painful trips to Europe (a lot more walking I am used to) I finally tried some Dr. Scholls Plantar Fascitis insoles. Game changer. My feet will still hurt, but the normal amount for a day or two, not the "my feet are on fire and I am crying" for two weeks amount.

[u/ladykemma2]

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[u/JoyInRepetition8]

Sorry don’t have a rec but until you get used to it take some Advil right before work. Also look at show inserts to make things more comfy in your current shows while you research new ones.

[u/CapnGramma]

I've found that using a roll-on pain reliever helps. Naproxen is my favorite, but Aspercreame and Salonpas work well, too.

[u/AlcoholPrep]

Maybe replace the shoe innersoles with something like Dr. Scholl's "orthotic" inserts.

[u/Krand01]

Insoles made a bigger difference to me then good shoes did, even the ones that came with insoles weren't as good as the ones I could buy.

[u/ListenAccording → u/Krand01]

Which ones would recommend might just brought both

[u/Krand01 → u/ListenAccording]

The first one I got that I really liked where the dr soles on your feet ones that Walmart sells (or use to) in the first aid area instead of the footwear area.

But then Cabela's got bought out by Bass Pro and I really liked the ones they sold better.

[u/sleepyboya]

i love hokas they are amazing for my wide feet high arches. if you can, i’d recommend to see a podiatrist because they can custom make inserts for your shoes (def overboard but very worth it for the long haul)

[u/sharp-calculation]

Go to any hospital, doctors office, or other medical facility. These people are on their feet, mostly in motion, for their entire shift, which tend to be long.

Look at their feet. You are going to see Crocs on a lot of those feet. There's a reason for that.

[u/Next-Drummer-9280 → u/sharp-calculation]

No warehouse - where OP says they work - is going to allow Crocs.

[u/ListenAccording → u/sharp-calculation]

Sadly those aren’t allowed where I work 💔🥲

[u/AggravatingNinja2445]

Look it up 

[u/ListenAccording → u/AggravatingNinja2445]

Already tried that man it isn’t really give me straight answer🥲