Dr. Scholl's Gel Inserts Causing Foot Discomfort?

The directions that came with the Dr. Scholl's gel inserts did not mention whether to remove the original shoe inserts or not. I removed the original insert and put in the Dr. Scholl's. At the end of the first day of wearing them, I felt pain in my right foot as a I walked. The inside curve on my right foot (between the ball and the heel) was severely inflammed and sensitive to the touch. I was only having minor foot issues (tired feet after much walking) before trying the Dr. Scholl's; just saw the ads and wanted to give them a try.

Has anyone else experienced this?

Answer:
When i developed foot pain I turned to gel inserts for relief. I later learned that I had plantar fascieitis and that the treatment is to get thin hard ridgid inserts. After several months of wearing the hard inserts my problem resolved. The ones I used are Sof-Sole inserts from a sporting goods store but a podiatrist can make custom inserts for you that cost hundreds of dollars more.

---

I have never actually used Dr. Scholl's. I live in Louisiana and we walk barefoot everywhere that it's legal. :) However, I do know that everyone's feet are completely different. Dr. Scholl's is just a general product. There's no way it could have the same affect on absolutely everyone. It's like comfy shoes - You may be able to walk all day in them, while another individual can't bear an hour. I suggest a set of custom fitted inserts from a podiatrist to solve your problem. It's a bit on the pricey side, depending on who your doctor is, but it's worth the sacrifice in the long run. :)

Previous：Down by my hip hurts what is it.?   Nest：Dr.'s plese help!?