Solution for Supination?

[noodle1083 0]

I did a search on here the other day, but could really only find information on pronation, not supination. I've recently noticed that my weight is on the outside of my skates, causing them to roll outward. I especially notice this when I'm standing still. After looking at my shoes, I noticed that they are worn more on the outside of the sole, especially back on the heel. I also have really high arches. How does supination negatively affect someone's skating? What are some options for dealing with supination? I've read that superfeet are great, but would these help me get my weight more evenly distributed on my feet? I'd like to get this figured out because I'm gonna be buying new skates soon, and don't want to have them possibly break down prematurely because of this.

Thanks

[kovalchuk71 212]

I would go the custom orthotics route. They can help you tremendously

[Jason16 0]

Not just that but DEFINITELY get a blade alignment. I also supinate and as a result break down skates, most notably in the heel counter, prematurely.

[noodle1083 0]

So how does skating suffer as a result of supination? (i.e. what are the benifits of correcting the problem?) Also, I'm not sure what a blade alignment is, care to elaborate? Jason, is the alignment the only thing you did to deal with your supination, or do you have orthotics?

[Jason16 0]

The biggest problem was having to go through a pair of skates a season because I was consistently breaking the boot down at a rapid rate. Skating didn't suffer (pre-alignment and orthotic) as I didn't know any other way or have any other technique to compare with at the time as I have always supinated.

With me I leaning too much on my outside edges so the blades had uneven wear, it also gave me back problems because I was trying to compensate by rolling my ankles out to alleviate back discomfort. I had custom othotics made up which propped my arch up (I'm flat footed) and realigned my spine. This solved my back pain but because of my foot shape, I had to always purchase regular sized (D) width skates to fit my heel and then punch out the forefoot to accommodate my feet. So if you can imagine, I had the outer portion of my foot extended pass the edge of the outsole therefore the blade holder was not centred under my foot but rather the theoretical centre of the boot. I was topping out on turns and just felt like I wasn't getting everything into my stride.

My LHS helped me reconfigure the placement of the holder (in my case, shifted laterally) to centre it under my foot. Problem solved, no discomfort. Skating has improved incredibly. I've been skating with a handicap all my life and to all of a sudden have it taken away was mind boggling when I first stepped on the ice.

[indaslot 0]

The problem with high arched rigid feet is usually not a stability issue but a cushioning issue (which is not an issue in skating).Shoes need to be deep enough and well cushioned and not totally flat ( as in flip-flops).I don't beleive orthotics help supination in a high arched foot.Deep skates and adjusting he blade might.Do you have any problems that you are aware of? If not,maybe apply the "if it ain't broke don't fix it" rule.

[saba 0]

How much do you weigh?

[noodle1083 0]

Sometimes I feel great on my skates, sometimes a little shaky. I always have my skates sharpened by the same guy, so that shouldn't be an issue. Sometimes it feels like I'm not getting on my inside edges easily enough, and like I'm not getting enough out of my stride.

I weigh 170 lbs.

The problem with high arched rigid feet is usually not a stability issue but a cushioning issue (which is not an issue in skating).Shoes need to be deep enough and well cushioned and not totally flat ( as in flip-flops).I don't beleive orthotics help supination in a high arched foot.Deep skates and adjusting he blade might.Do you have any problems that you are aware of? If not,maybe apply the "if it ain't broke don't fix it" rule.

[indaslot 0]

If you think it is a problem,a sports podiatrist or orthotisist might be able to help you.I thik you need to investigate carefully though before you take any action.You don't want to create a bigger problem.