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I used prescription orthotics for a while and came to the conclusion they dont solve the underlying issues, but cause other problems. I ended up going the opposite way and using barefoot shoes - not for running (although now I do occasionally run in them), but for day to day use.
My theory was that they’d help strengthen feet, improve balance, and stretch my Achilles. I’m a good few years on from that decision and now very sold on barefoot shoes for general use.
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I used compression socks for a few years but I can’t say it did much.. judging by the Parkrun consensus they’ve fallen almost entirely out of fashion.
For massage gun .. I got a Renpho budget version which seems to do the trick. It’s been in fairly regular use in our house for a couple of years.
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On the Theragun I would recommend avoiding the non removable battery versions. They work fine until the battery stops working then they're non repairable.
They are very good when they work though.
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£20 if you fancied a generic one to test with?
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Had been thinking about a massage gun so will look into that more. Was a bit overwhelmed by the number of options and range in price, but could stretch to a Theragun.
I'm already on prescription orthotics (5mm extra on the right) and avoiding hills. Not much I can do about the increasing age.
Are compression socks worth considering?