Comments on: Anyone know good supportive athletic/running shoes for a bad back?

By: n0witrytobeamused

n0witrytobeamused — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 03:29:59 +0000

Should you be running at all? I’m an addict, but if I had a herniated disc I would really consider my options. Swimming might be a lot better since there’s no impact; running will put a lot of impact on your herniated disc, no matter what shoe you buy. Really, even if you could run in a bounce house, you’d still be getting about twice your weight loaded onto the disc each step; for realistic surfaces like a good, spongy track, you can easily create five times your weight in impact (a short stroke of energy in a small amount of time).

So ask your doctor or chiropractor if running is wise. I would think not.

If you simply want a good shoe for walking around (not running), a walking show would be best since it’s designed for the walking stride, which is different than the running stride. Try out a few pairs, you’ll see.
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By: Grifter75

Grifter75 — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:51:59 +0000

I've tried Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Asics, Reebok, and Brooks. My top 2 are Brooks and Asics in that order.
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By: macie

macie — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:20:59 +0000

I have The New Balance my daughter talked me into getting them..Love them…not bad looking either…
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By: facecancer

facecancer — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:00:59 +0000

New Balance
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By: raechel.hunt

raechel.hunt — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 01:14:59 +0000

You should get the shoe you want and take the insoles out and then get formthotics(insoles) from a physio or pharmacy. I got them for my shoes and it fixed my problem. There is a range of insoles for many different problems.
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By: leighcheri34

leighcheri34 — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:43:59 +0000

The New Balance running shoe is great. It is super for running or cross training. It really takes the shock away.
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