I can't take it any longer!!!! Going to Dr. Tomorrow

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I can't take this foot and leg pain any longer! I work 12 hours shifts and also do 20 hours of clinical a week and I feel like someone is taking a chain saw to my knees, ankles, and feet! They are literally screaming by the end of the day! I currently switch off between a pair of new balance with orthotics and a pair of Danko's. I have pretty much quit the Dansko's bc they are causing me to have varicose veins flare up! I am going to see the podiatrist tomorrow, pray that he has some answers for me!!! :crying2:

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OMG... I'm so sorry... my sis (nurse too) had a similar issue with leg and back pain. It ended up being her cheapy shoes. Have you tried those rounded sole shoes like the Skechers SHapeUps or the Reebok Easy Tones? THey helped her. I found this article on the topic for you: http://www.walkingshoes.net/importance-proper-foot-wear-service-industry-professionals

Hope you feel better.

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