PediFix Pedi-gel Dancer's Pads, 2-Count

After experimenting with a variety of products, I discovered that this was the most effective treatment for my sesamoiditis in both feet. My podiatrist basically told me that unless I got custom insoles and over corrective shoes, it wouldn't go away. So, what did I do in the meantime? My feet haven't felt this good in at least 6 months, so I bought some $10 dancer pads and a pair of non-supportive Altra shoes. I work in a grocery store and am on my feet all day on hard concrete, so the sesamoid pain was affecting me every day to the point where I was limping and on the verge of giving up. This was extremely difficult for me as a hiker. I was able to get through my shift without limping thanks to these pads, which provided immediate relief. But the fight was far from over. The pain was still evident in my body. You must be committed to completing these tasks. I’m not needing to wear these and have little to no pain after wearing them 80% of the time (mostly at work) for about 3 months and have little to no pain I strongly advise you to try these out; they're only $10, so it's well worth your time. I'll keep a pair in my backpack just in case, because they were extremely helpful to me. I'm now a staunch supporter of barefoot shoes. Insoles and supportive shoes aren't always the answer; in fact, they're only used in a small percentage of cases. Also, I recommend working on strengthening your calf muscles, as they have a significant impact on your feet, and if they are weak, the tendons and muscles in your feet, including the tendon that runs through your sesamoids, are put under a lot of stress. The only drawback is that the adhesive wears out after about three weeks; however, if you wear socks, it usually keeps them in place. Every night, use water to clean them. In the span of three months, I went through three pairs of shoes. I'm so glad I came across them!.

Kyson Callahan

| Apr 27, 2021

These have come in handy for protecting my left foot's sesamoid bones. My doctor and I are still debating whether I have a broken sesamoid or sesamoiditis. I've tried everything from a walking boot to ultrasound therapy to KT tape. So far, when I need to walk around, these pads have been able to provide me with immediate relief. br>br>For the past few weeks, I've been wearing one of these pads on my left foot. It's simple to place, but it's a little strange at times. On my foot, at least, a small portion of the pad protrudes. When I start walking around, the pad will quickly stick to my foot and I won't be able to tell it's there. br>br>Only once did I notice the pad shifting, and that was after a long walk of about an hour. The pad is extremely sticky on the other hand. To ensure that it remains sticky, you must rinse it with plain water every day and allow it to dry. I wore these to the gym for about an hour and a half and they stayed put every time! br>br>The pad really helps my sesamoid bone "float" so that it barely touches the ground or my insole. I'm hoping that if I keep wearing these, I'll be able to get some long-term relief!.

Abner Reed

| Apr 01, 2021

UPDATE: Editing my previous review to say that, after extensive use of the three different types of pads I purchased quite some time ago (as well as a couple of other products purchased elsewhere), I find these PediFix Dancer's Pads to be the best; they are simply more comfortable (especially after you get used to the feeling of having them stuck to the bottom of your foot) and they stay securely affixed much more successfully than the other kilos. Also, because my problem is mostly with my left foot, I like that I can use the right foot if necessary. By repositioning my left foot, I was able to use a footed pad. When the left-hander is on the left, it's not ideal, but it's a feasible option. There isn't a footpad to be found. The other two brands I purchased here (listed below) are slightly thicker, which means they're less comfortable because there's too much space between the pad's outside surface and my skin's surface. Furthermore, the edges of those pads are too acute or pronounced, whereas the PediFix pads gently slope at the edges, making the pad feel more like a part of one's foot. So there's my update to the original review, which you can find below. br>br>After searching in stores for something similar to these (I had no idea if they even existed), I came across this site and purchased three different brands of the same product, as well as a few other items.

Milena Santiago

| Oct 04, 2021

After having my foot fixed in a strained position while kayaking, I had been suffering from sesamoiditis for about three weeks. At that point, I was willing to try anything, so I gave in and purchased these. Within a few days, my foot was pain-free, but expect to wear them for a few weeks before the pain is completely gone. After only a few weeks, the adhesive will be worn out. Here are a few pointers to help you make them more effective:br>br>1. Step down onto the pad, adjust it to fit properly, and wait 30 seconds after the sticky adhesion has worn off. The heat from your foot will warm the gel, making it sticky enough for you to put your sock on over it again. 2. br>br>1. br>br>br>br>br>br If you're having trouble getting comfortable, small adjustments to the pad's left/right/up/down can make a huge difference. 3. br>br>4. br>br>5. br>br>6. Allow yourself to be patient. At first, the gel pad will feel very solid, which may put you off. After a while, as your foot warms it up, it becomes much softer. After a while, you won't even notice it's there; this is a difficult area to treat, and healing takes time; don't expect a miracle to happen overnight. br>br>I'm glad I bought these online because the name "Dancer's Pads" would not have enticed me to walk up to a cash register with them. Sesamoiditis pads are a good option. They do, however, work, and I recommend them.

Vienna Schultz

| Jan 16, 2021