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Worn custom made insoles for 5 days. wake up with pain on both knees when i stand n walk. knees are swollen. it's been 6 days now. what's going on?

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

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Orthotics: Did you start using the orthotics all day right away ? If so , you may be experiencing muscle pain due to the correction. Try using them 1 hour the first day and add 1 - 2 hours each successive day and see if your knees feel better.

Answered 10/10/2013

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A member asked:

Worn custom made insoles for 5 days. wake up with pain on both knees when i stand n walk. knees are swollen. it's been 6 days now. what's going on?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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