Yes I have had a shoe insert but threw them out when the became a bigger pain than the problem! Also they didn't help much of the time.

I DID NOT take copper. Believe I have a copper excess. I supplement mostly with zinc and B6 which have helped the pain. I can now wear shoes that are not just a sandal!!!

Check out Dr. Larry Wilson's site or the book by Louise Anne Gittelman, Why Am I Always so Tired?

They both talk about the copper issue and the problems it causes.

I never thought I would get rid of the foot pain. Had it for twenty years.

You can contact me at {email address edited out by forum moderator}. Would love to help any one get over this horrid pain!! barb