How to Treat Foot and Toe Numbness When Exercising

[@rakeshhubert3031]

My doctor wrongly advised me to stand on my tippy-toes like a ballerina, I persevered doing that and it just made it worse, I won't be doing that anymore. I don't like surgery period, doctors' bury their mistakes. Thank you Dr. Huppin.

[@graceread4083]

Excellent presentation. I have asked different sports people, sneaker stores etc. why this happens and no one had the answer. Thank you for addressing this topic!

[@makaivictor8795]

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[@andershayes8498]

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[@z3urx541]

Got this from a 10hr shift I’m dying over here

[@psycold]

I've had a calloused big toe for a long time and I've always thought I was weird because I do exactly what you described in the video...I bend my feet inward and my big toe does not bend properly even though I am in good shape otherwise. Good to know I'm not the only one and it is treatable, thank you.

[@erickdferrer4675]

Thank you DR. Larry for your info. I did looked at my old cycling shoes and there was the dif. my old shoes had more of an arch. I switch the cleats back to my old cycling shoes and no more numbness of my toes. THANK YOU very much. DR. LARRY

[@Footankle]

Erick Ferrer No problem. Glad it worked out!

[@Iaapwm]

Great presentation,, Many thanks from Lismore NSW Australia..

[@Footankle]

Do your feet or toes go numb when you exercise? Podiatrist Larry Huppin can help!

[@bettykebede2744]

Since one week already a got numbness on right side of my toe cos I was wearing thight shoes 👟

[@vtrandal]

At 1:50 he begins to explain the goal of transferring pressure off what I thought was the ball of the foot to the middle of the arch which he points to and calls the ball of the foot.

[@debstayblessed9549]

Thank you very much for sharing the video. I do walking exercise in my house. I walk in place mostly with my compression stockings on my legs and feet. Would you suggest the same foot wear for numb third and fourth toes that I experience? Appreciate your thoughts.

[@uoeno62]

I don’t think I have any serious damage however I am a beginner runner. Will this numb discomfort go away as I progress and stay consistent? I would like to run a 5k and up but struggle with 1 mi.

[@bmp713]

Have you or anyone here ever experienced numbness between the balls of your feet and big toes from running? What did you do to treat it? How long does it take to heal? I think running too hard on my forefoot down inclines for a few days is what caused it for me. Thank you for any ideas.

[@toxicg8604]

It could also be shoes that are too tight, because that was my problem

[@gabrielparedes2873]

Great explanation

[@dhekwucieoejduf]

I have recently started getting this after first mile and a half of running. I am wearing the same size shoe I have always worn never had this issue before. I tend to tie my laces really tight. It could be because I'm fatter now and now my foot is fat. I haven't really noticed. I am 2 miles into my run right now it is really bad and I found this video. I am going to try loosening my shoes and will let you know it goes. Edit: it worked ended up running 4.5 more miles without issue.

[@Footankle]

So glad it helped!

[@remya17]

Hello doctor, need a help. I have been having tingling in between first and second toes of left foot for about 4months. I feel it as a type of hyper sensitivity and it reaches the top of the foot & lower leg. I have consulted neurologist and they did tests including mri of head, neck, spine. Also emg&nerve conduction studies. Couldn’t find anything. I’m recently feeling pain in left knee left side nerve when pressing and this reaches the foot as well. Also I have pain in left buttock. Could you please advise.

[@lecapitalist]

Same im 15 yrs old, ive been doing exercises, it helps

[@TheEdshow-u7g]

Thanks Doc !!! I'm feeling better all ready !!,

[@eddiemuise4791]

Hi I have this numbness in my feet but when I bend my toes on my left foot the shake up and down and my fingers do this too and they turn red and then the tips of my toes all sting and I can feel the nerves

[@joshserna6899]

Hello Dr. i got the numbness and tingling affect after a 10k.. whats the best way to get rid of it and how long does it last / at the end of the race my foot hurt and was really sore but a day after just had the numbness and tingling in the mid front like you showed on the video. what do you recommend i do how long will it take for it to go away?

[@Footankle]

+Josh Serna Hi Josh. Assuming what you have is the damage to the nerve on the side of the toe from too much pressure that I describe in the video, then your best bet is to not go barefoot at all (even in the house) and use arch support constantly for a few weeks. You can find suggestions on some of the best arch supports and arch support sandals for this condition on this page: www.footankle.com/skin-conditions/callus-corns-big-toe/ Also ice the area several times per day 10 minutes each time. Since we don't know for sure that this is the condition you have, I do recommend getting an examination as soon as possible from a sports medicine podiatrist. Certainly if it is not getting better within a week be sure to see someone. Nerves can take months to heal completely, but you should start to see some improvement in the first week or so. Happy new year!

[@joshserna6899]

+Foot & Ankle Center of Washington Thank You!

[@dolloftheday]

Here 5 years later, having similar issues after a 5k but mine goes away after activity ends 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@marottajoe]

Hello Dr. Even with custom orthotics my left foot - only my left foot mind you goes numb after 2 to 2.5 hours of riding. I purchased larger and wider specific shoes. Wide pedals complete with the wider cleats. All types of foot beds, played with cleat and saddle position. Nothing seems to help. Have you got any more tricks up your sleeve. I live too far from you to visit. Thx much

[@Footankle]

Giuseppe Marotta You have done everything right and you are still having pain, so I think it is time to get an opinion from a sports podiatrist in your area. You may have something going on with that foot mechanically or medically that is causing the problem. Just as an example, you may have a Morton's neuroma in that foot. You can read more about neuromas here: www.footankle.com/surgical-solutions/neuroma-surgery/ This is just an example of a number of different conditions that may be preventing your improvement. Here is a list of some podiatrists around the country that may be able to help you: www.footankle.com/patients/podiatrists-outside-washington/ Good luck!

[@Cjs94]

Any idea what I can do if I get this in soccer boots? I tried a pair of arch sullort insoles but I didn't like playing with them in

[@Footankle]

Soccer boots tend to be worn tight so there isn't much room for a good arch support - thus they tend to be uncomfortable. I usually recommend a model called the FootChair Slim. It is supportive but very small - actually was designed for women's dress shoes. But works great in cleats. You can find our review of it on this page: www.footankle.com/orthotics/off-the-shelf/

[@RealStrategyGamingClassics]

My foot actually falls asleep and I cant tell if its neuropathy or bad circulation in my foot. I have both problems, but not sure which is causing it in my foot and its really messing me up badly i cant run without stopping to let foot wake up

[@Footankle]

Please see a foot and ankle specialist to have an evaluation, get a definitive diagnosis and an appropriate treatment plan.

[@zos5142]

I play football in middle school and my top of my right toe has been tingle for about two weeks

[@toxicg8604]

Omg i thought I had diabetes

[@saulfuentes253]

Dude fr 😂😂😂😂😂

[@randygonzalez5758]

I was thinking the same (onset of diabetes)

[@gustavoadolfocardozo96]

My great right toe feels numb at times. It been 2 weeks. Im on my feet all day. Could alcohol/drugs be a contributor to this condition?

[@ziadirida]

At 1:50 your pointing and talking are different! Do we want pressure on or off ball of foot?

[@Footankle]

off

[@Sashstashreview]

Mine has been number about 4 days. I'm going to get a massage. Should I be worried since it hasn't went away?

[@Footankle]

See a sports medicine oriented podiatrist for an exam, diagnosis and treatment plan.

[@robnewman6101]

This is like looking at the Future.

[@Sixpoint7five]

mine go numb with hiking boots, and all basketball shoes. I get blisters more often because i cant tighten the shoes properly.

[@Footankle]

Here is detailed information on the causes and treatment options for numb feet while exercising. If the treatments listed don't provide relief within 3 weeks please see a sports medicine podiatrist in your area. www.footankle.com/self-care/numb-feet-toes-home-treatment/

[@Sixpoint7five]

@@Footankle Thank you kindly

[@francisnicolugue2664]

hi. i need help. my wife's left feet is aching for almost 2years. she cant walk properly anymore.

[@Footankle]

She should see a podiatrist near you

[@RussellDouglas73]

My right big toe is numb a little bit. I don't feel anything when I'm at work or at the gym. I feel fine, no other problems. I just want to see if they're any recourse to this matter.

[@EswarKumar1]

Me too, although I've been facing some back issues ever since the numbness started.

[@danijames4740]

Same here, how u guys treated it?

[@RussellDouglas73]

I'm doing much better now.

[@chiazee5153]

I went to japan for 9 days vacation and i wore boots... And we did a lot of walking during those days.. Then when we arrived at home lastweek my right big toe started feeling numb untill now. :'( Is it because of my boots?

[@Footankle]

Likely either the boots or the amount of walking or both. Usually this clears up after a few weeks. Here is detailed information on numb big toes. Hope it helps! www.footankle.com/skin-conditions/why-big-toe-numb-callused-one-side/

[@suzysurgent62]

i like to workout barefoot and its gotten rid of my pain and made me stronger, can i get 5 finger shoes?

[@Footankle]

Sounds like they would not be a problem for you at all given that working out barefoot is comfortable for you. They are not for everyone, but with your history I would expect you would do fine. Here is something I wrote on minimalist shoes a few years ago. Pretty much still true today: www.footankle.com/minimalist-shoes-and-barefoot-running-seattle-podiatrist/

[@Darkay9]

I don't feel both of my feets while playing football

[@jacobhardy974]

same bro its so anooying

[@falco2143]

@@jacobhardy974 I have the same, did you guys find a solution already?

[@TannerPlaysinHD]

Yo i have the same thing. My assumption is that the problem is flat feet in tight shoes

[@KarenBeckerPhoto]

what about numbness on top of foot? where does that come from?

[@Footankle]

It could be an issue anywhere from the back down to the foot. A common cause, however, is pressure on the nerve that runs on top of foot. I see this a lot in skiers who over-tighten their boots over the top of the foot.

[@Footankle]

It could be an issue anywhere from the back down to the foot. A common cause, however, is pressure on the nerve that runs on top of foot. I see this a lot in skiers who over-tighten their boots over the top of the foot.

[@stephenplamondon8698]

Had a massage and my toes have been numb since.

[@strykerevian8245]

❤

[@robnewman6101]

Wiggling toes keeps the blood flowing.

[@taveosjonez4403]

So true my new steel toe shoes got my feet like dat now the weight of the shoe and the cement I'm walking on 🍻

[@charmainechetty8621]

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