Do Masai Barefoot Technology shoes really work?
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If you really want ot find out, go to the beach or a playground and walk around in the sandbox barefoot for an hour.  If you are not sore as all frakk when you are done, let me know!  I don't own a pair, but they do sound like a legitimate method.
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I do it sock sock shoe shoe. No particular reason why, and I don't see any advantages between methods.
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There are a lot of proponents of running barefoot either on grass or on the beach as a way of strengthening the foot. As far as putting stress on the knee joints, I don't think that running barefoot is any worse than running in shoes.
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At 40, I guess I'm OLDER. LOL When did that happen? ;-b I'm pretty clued up with techno stuff as I live in a wheelchair adapted bungalow and have lots of gadgets to help me in my daily life.  I do wish someone would invent something better to help me put my shoes on though! LOL  The basic shoe horn is no good, even the long handle one, as my ankle doesn't flex enough to even put my foot in the stupid shoe!  Anyone who could invent a "shoe-putter-on" would make a bloody fortune!!
322587
get a tube top and go barefoot for a while
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You could try donning sandals or socks and walking, but of course that isn't barefoot.\n\nJust persist with it, you'll callous and eventually not even feel it
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If your foot problems are bad enough to need a special shoe, you'd be better suited by just ponying up the extra cash and getting some custom-fit insoles.  They'll work far better than any out-of-the-box so-called "specialty" shoes.
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I have RA all over.. but it really affects my feet. New Balance has some type of program that helps for those who need special shoes to accomodate foot problems. I was gonna use this program but a REALLY wide shoe helped me out instead. I hope you have/will go see a doctor - the earlier they catch things like this, the easier they are to control and lessen the pain...But all of what you said sounds very farmiliar. I unfortunatley used to be a barefoot girl but not anymore, I understand. I hope this helps and will keep you in my prayers.
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I might have to have them in my foot. Apparently they are excruciating and only have 50% chance of working anyway!! Good luck
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My ex brother in-law wears one.  He thinks it works. So either it does work or it's a mental thing?
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Yes... Save your knees!!!!! Running shoes are the most important training tool a runner can have. Heavier shoes can put stress on your ligaments and joints. Running shoes are designed to take the stress and properly support your feet and legs during running. \n\nafter a while the spring will be pounded out of your running shoes. even though you will still have more cushion than running barefoot, the stress on your knees can be great enough to cause damage over time.  Ideally you should change your shoes every 3 months or 300 miles depending on your training volume. realistically if you can update your shoes twice a year you will probably be alright. But make sure you buy the right shoe for the terrain. I wouldn't recommend using a trail running shoe for a track or road race.\nbest of luck to you.
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I don't know the entire situation but I'll run some suggestions by you.There are alot of factors to be considered.I'm sure your Doctor is more aware than I am. There are different types of shoes,they have certain exercises,and foot cradles can be used.\nI once used a cardboard box as a foot cradle.I placed it under the mattress and the cover over the box, I had found some clean foam and put it inside the box so the feet would be upright instead of hanging down.The Doc said "Well  I'll be....." GOOD LUCK!!
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lol i wear my shoes sockless all the time. i hate shoes and i mean hate em. I take my child to school and pick him up every day and 99% of the time a wear no socks. It is just a pain in the ass to put em on. About the only time i wear socks is if I am going to be gone all day long or going to someones house where i know ill be removing my shoes. If weather permits i wear sandles. I ve always been this way. i think it partially has to do with the fact i was raised in the country and my mom let me run around barefoot all the time.
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No without losing important useful parts of them.\n\nI understand your question... I am 11 AAAA (or SS) and I have serious problems to find a comfortable pair of shoes... I never choose the one that I like, but the one that fits me the best.
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I did a search and found a lot of sites selling these shoes online. I guess you'll have to look for the cheapest ones.
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well, i have to wear them too. they were covered by my insurance, i didn't pay a dime.\nthey have lasted so far about 3 months. but they are not worn out yet.\nalso, have you tried the regular inserts? those actually work better for a lot of people.\ndoes he have the problem called, gosh, i can't even spell it, let alone pronounce it..but is his arch flat? if so, you can get him a shot of cortizone & it will fix the pain that he has. \nthe regular inserts are around $15. that would save you a lot of dough.\nmy daughter is 10, and she will probably need a new pair of shoes a couple of times in the upcoming year, but not from growth, but from wear. that's what you need to be concerned about.\nhope i've helped. i hate those podiatrist inserts. to be honest, i quit wearing them 2 months ago once i got the cortizone shot. i am much happier now. you can email me if you need more info.
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no - thats partly an old wife tale \n\nin fact walking barefoot can be healthy as you feet have to work naturally to maintian their arch - bit this is on soft ground like sand , grass etc \n\n this is not the case on hard ground - on concrete etc there is no give for your feet and your aches over time may possibly drop \n\nif you arches drop your feet do spread a little and get wider (not longer)