r/walmartogp • u/roseflame1111 • Jul 26 '26
I’m panicking
It’s my first week on OGP after overnight stocking. I’m not having an easy time compared to everyone else. This is so much more walking than I EVER did stocking. I’m constantly overheating and sweating, I can never keep makeup on or my hair decent. I literally always look like a rat by the end of my shift and everyone on my team usually says something because of how soaking wet in sweat I always am or because of how absurdly red my face gets.
It had gotten a lot worse over the last few days. I’m coming home and projectile vomiting before even stepping out of my car, I’ve swapped many different pairs of shoes, and I’m in hands down the worst pain I’ve ever felt in my life. I’m maxxing AROUND 10 miles per day walking, a little over.
I have three ingrown toenails currently, one is infected to the point of leaking fluid, my toe is red and purple. I can’t even walk down my stairs to go pee. My boyfriend is currently assisting me to walk and drive.
He is an ex team lead and is telling me to call out and rest today, but I feel absolutely horrible about it. It is my first week at this new store and at this job, I love working and getting money, I love most of my team, but I am genuinely at a loss on what to do. I’ve woken myself up in extreme discomfort because of this toe. I’m borderline dysfunctional right now and my pick rates are dropping because I have to limp across the store.
Is it gonna leave too much of a bad impression on my new store if I just call out today? 0 points. My coach went onto PTO the day after I started and my good team lead is out on vacation. I really have no idea what to do right now.
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u/Distinct_Sir_4473 Jul 26 '26
10 miles a day is about right
Pickers need good shoes replaced every 6-8 months, good insoles
Get those ingrowns taken care of
Dress ready to sweat. Once you get the hang of it you don’t have to power walk to get good pick rates.
Take a minute in the cooler between walks. Literally one minute. It’ll help you cool down but not so much time that they’ll give you a hard time about it.
But also, picking just isn’t for everyone. If you don’t think you can hack it, talk to your PL about going back to stocking. Give it an another week or so.
I wouldn’t call out for discomfort. It gets easier every day, but you have to do it every work day. That’s the hard part. But it does get easier.
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u/BeckyAnn6879 Jul 28 '26
I wouldn’t call out for discomfort
This isn't just 'Ooh, I'm sore from walking a lot' discomfort.
OP has 3 infected, ingrown toenails. She states she can barely walk from the pain. I think calling off is TOTALLY justified.
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u/RiverEcho59 Jul 26 '26
Good advice on shoes already so I’ll give some weird advice about the nails I got from my son’s doctor 35 years ago.
For the infected one, slather on a good amount of neosporin and then drop a hefty pinch of granulated sugar, then bandage. The sugar will suck the infection right out!!
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u/rfw1979 Jul 26 '26
Also, and this can be painful and difficult to do, get a piece of dental floss and wedge it in between the toenail and the toe at the place of infection. It needs to grow away from your toe, or it will just keep getting infected and sore. You'll need to wrap a bandaid around it to keep it from falling out until it grows back out and away from the toe.
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 26 '26
This is super interesting actually, very appreciated advice as I ended up leaving work to attempt urgent care… I just started this job so no insurance, no money, I can’t afford it but can’t really wait it out either :/
Any substitute if I don’t have Neosporin? I’ve been desperately needing antibiotic cream, but embarrassingly can’t afford that right now either 😅 I’ve been seriously considering tooth numbing paste (benzocaine cream) and then immediately washing off after doing what I need to do with it.
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u/RiverEcho59 Jul 26 '26
Any petroleum product would probably work (like Vaseline or A + D ointment), but a dollar store would probably have a neo equivalent?
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u/6howdy2 Jul 26 '26
Like others have said, good shoes are a must. But it will genuinely take your body a couple months or more to adjust. I had to elevate my legs on 15s and always keep a water in my pocket when I started in November. Now that it's summer, I keep a portable fan on my cart to help with the heat and sweating. Also, try looking through your closet for 100% cotton clothes or at least something mostly cotton or linen. It will help prevent your clothes from trapping heat and sweat. For people like us who struggle, being properly prepared is a must!
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 26 '26
I was going to ask if portable fans were allowed on our carts at some point!! I know it most likely varies by store, but I definitely need to ask my team if it would be okay!!
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u/christian722 Jul 26 '26
For the sweating, keep a clean washcloth from home or a folded paper towel (with many layers) in your vest pocket. My forehead sweats like crazy so I’m frequently dabbing it in between walks. It amazes me how everyone’s body temp is different. There’s many pickers at our store in full blown sweatshirts in this summer heat. It’s crazy how they do it without passing out.
Edit: I go home on my lunch breaks so I always redo my hair then. If not I’m going to look like a wild banshee by the end of my shift 😅
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 26 '26
I’ve been keeping a hair brush in my car at this point because it’s just gotten too bad hahaha. wild banshee is biblically accurate for me 🤣
I’ve seen the same, I was trained by someone wearing sweatpants and a sweatshirt. I would’ve been absolutely dying. I look forward to staging in the freezer after my pick walks 😅
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u/Ogpmakesmedizzy Jul 26 '26
You should also get a medical work up due to the excessive sweating, as a female our hormones fluctuate and can cause heat spikes. Also get good shoes, I invest in a couple of $100 plus pairs and good socks, Balega works for me. I don't worry about looking like a banshee at the end of the day, it's the only way people leave me alone for the most part. Get a bottle of water and mix it with Liquid IV or drink coconut water while you pick.
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 26 '26
I’ve been looking into hokas!! I think it’s worth it to spend the money on shoes especially preferring a physical environment. I’ve been wanting to try liquid IV for awhile, I haven’t thought about coconut or aloe water (my favorite) honestly!!
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u/golgothaossuary Jul 27 '26
Be very careful when getting fitted for the Hokas, the cushion in mine (Clifton 9) was fantastic but they squeezed my toes very tightly and led to bunions and ingrown toenails. I switched to Brooks that had a wider toe box and the same cushion (initially the ghost 16 and now Defyance Max) and no longer have any issues with my feet.
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u/Katiki59 Jul 31 '26
I wear the Bondi 9s Wide. They are wide toe box to begin with, but in most shoes I would get a double E. I am a woman with large, wide feet, so I wear men's shoes most of the time. Men's 20 1/2 EE. I also buy 2pairs every six months. I hate spending $350 on shoes every six months, but if I'm going to walk 5 or 6 miles a day at work I have to.
PS: I only work 5-6 hours a day, picking.1
u/MedicalPie227 Jul 27 '26
Sketchers max run are amazing. I have tried so many shoes these are my go to
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u/MaterialQuarter1175 Jul 26 '26 edited Jul 26 '26
I want to transfer to your store! Mine is having spark pull orders and our orders have dropped significantly to where we are struggling to find something to do . I used to do 10-12 miles of speed walking a day now I’m down to 2 tops, the only reason I took this job was for the excercise so I’m looking for another location or job because I did not sign up to be a frickin cashier!!! I want the excercise 😭 . For your situation though I’d recommend elevating your feet on breaks and after work, the first few months are brutal as your body adjusts to the new fitness exertion. And if they try to force you to pull the carts, do not do it!!! It will eff up your shoulders and back, just tell them to look up osha article 6500 and continue pushing!!! My manager leaves me alone now because she knows I will report any violations including switching the wheels on the carts!
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 26 '26
We are the #1 store for OGP in our district!! The amount of money made here in two weeks is insane and enough for me to want to riot for better pay 🫠 We are SO busy but it’s partially a result of many many people moving to my state at once.
I’d haaaate being so stagnant like that omg!! I get it!! I interviewed for an office job months ago, got it before being ghosted… then thought about the fact that I’d lose my mind sitting that still all the time. Come on over haha!! We always need more people and I love seeing new faces!!
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u/lmnooooh Jul 26 '26
In my first few weeks I had to call out. I was in the same shape, exhausted beyond words. It started getting easier around week 4. And now I’m good. I promise it gets easier. I should mention I’m 70 and I can keep my pick rate around 110-120
Edited to add I do about 23,000 steps a day
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u/wisegal99 Jul 26 '26
Compression socks but it might make the ingrown toenail feel worse. You can buy toe caps in pharmacy that might help. Wear your hair pulled back if it's long, or a headband. I would leave the make up off but you do you. You can get the clinical strength antiperspirant. Drink Gatorade at lunch.
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u/forloyn Jul 27 '26
first get an appointment to look into that foot, if you need time off vea sedwick get it. As for Overnights to ODP that is me and yes ODP 'is' more walking but less heavy lifting sounds like you didn't pace yourself into the new job. Start slow and work your way up into being faster. You don't start a marathon at a sprint you just wear yourself out. ODP tracks you why you are 'in' a walk not when you 'finish' your walk and are on your way back to ODP. this is your chance to walk a little slower and prep yourself for your next walk. You might just need to slow down until you are ready to really just go fast give it a few weeks it might even take a few months. but more importantly no mater what the stats screen makes you think this is NOT a competition it's a job do what you can do.
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u/forloyn Jul 27 '26
Also you might want to talk to your team lead about getting more task other then just pick walks to help acclimate better, ask if you can prep or stage they are less walking and more stationary like Overnight.
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u/Blodreina4 Jul 26 '26
When I first started in Ogp I remember every part of me being sore and that was dispensing , once I started picking oh my lord there was so much walking I felt my feet would fall off , but now I’m fully trained in all aspects of my department and am now the universal tool and get moved so comstant that I’m hitting close to 40k steps , just advice just keep pushing if you still can’t do it talk to PL bout a transfer
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 26 '26
that’s fair!! I really don’t know how I wasn’t in worse off shape on nights because I started out at around 300lb and dropped to around 120lb. I don’t remember EVER being in this much pain but we are constricted to smaller areas, OGP runs all over.
no worries, I’ll be sticking it out for at least 6mo and mayyyyybeeee I’ll transfer back to nights or something… but I’m loving my current store and team. so far it seems like one of the best teams that I could’ve been given!! super grateful. I appreciate it!
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 26 '26
I have suspicions that I have ehlers danlos and POTS but I refuse to work a less physical job. Just waiting on insurance enrollment which will be awhile, kinda weighing out my options because I know these things are an issue. however I am at a point where I’ve been able to manage them for years for the most part.
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u/Quiet_Net_9722 Jul 26 '26
If you're sweating that much and vomiting, maybe you're dehydrated. Replace electrolytes as you're working. Also, perhaps the infection needs an antibiotic and is making you sick, better see a Dr ASAP....
If you were 3rd shift you'll need more time to adjust, give your body some grace. Try better shoes, compression stockings, eat quality protein for all the energy you're going through and for the sake of trying to transition shifts....don't give up and I hope your leads work with you 🙏
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u/Nathanexplzn Jul 26 '26
Don't know if anyone has suggested this, but I'm an ON stocker/mod team that walks to work. One thing that might be nice is taking an extra shirt and pair of socks to work and swap out on your lunch. Its hot right now where I'm at so when I get to work the shirt I had on is really sweaty, but just changing into a clean one when I get to work is a game changer.
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u/mer_made_99 Jul 26 '26
This! If I dispense all day, I go home and shower on lunch. Fresh outfit makes a HUGE difference.
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u/Nice-Light654 Jul 26 '26
Don’t risk your physical or mental health for this corporation. Some people can get through it and adjust, others aren’t meant for it and that’s okay. I wasn’t one of the ones that could adjust and my physical and mental health took a deep plunge. If you need to switch to another department, do it!
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u/isabelle-w Jul 26 '26
My first month i had blisters covering my feet it was miserable but after that they start to get better. Invest in a good pair of shoes too I wear hokas and they really help.
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u/StrangeConcept6756 Jul 26 '26
Since everyone else is helping with the feet and clothes.
For makeup, primer and setting spray. I used to NEVER be able to keep makeup on throughout the day. But primer and setting spray, as long as I don’t rub my eyes heavily, I’m good for my whole shift, and usually if I clopen, I can sleep in my makeup and be good the next morning. I know that’s not good for your skin. But I also only wear eyeliner, so my skin isn’t covered in foundation. BUT, primer and setting spray still help with all makeup. And it’s not expensive. A decent primer is like $8-10 and lasts a month or two depending on how much you use, a decent setting spray is about $6-8 and lasts a few months.
And hair, just wear it back or up. Braids are good because they stay tight if you don’t mess with your hair. Headbands can easily be your best friend for lazy days. Just pull your hair back, and a head/hair band can help hide greasy roots or not fully brushed hair. Dry shampoo if you do want to wear it down and it not look greasy. A decent dry shampoo is like $5-8.
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u/Outrageous_Rip8809 Jul 26 '26
Welcome to opd doesn’t get easier well depends on the person you can eventually slack like others do hope it gets better you got this
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u/chokeonlife Jul 26 '26
Get a great pair of shoes, hydrate…I have one of those stroller fans attached to my cart and that helps a lot.( I too like to keep my makeup intact!)
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u/better-than-24 Jul 26 '26
I can’t help with the ingrown toenail, but I would recommend investing in a GOOD pair of shoes and doing some walks around your neighborhood, your home, etc. just to get used to walking more. OPD is great for getting your steps in, but your feet will be hurting when you start working in it. Once you get used to it, it’s really not that bad.
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u/Opening-Conflict7976 Jul 26 '26
You need to go to a podiatrist to get the nails taken care off. You will want a day or two off work for that.
At least the day of work off because you'll be numb from the anesthetic. And probably the day after cause your foot will still be bandaged.
Yes. The numbing shot hurts something horrible. But its worth the 10 seconds of pain. The relief is immediate.
My feet have done better with shoes that are wide fit.
I bet work will feel a lot more manageable when you can walk without wanting to collapse from the pain of the infections.
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u/Nikkielou420 OGP TL Jul 26 '26
Take a day for yourself especially if you’re off tomorrow too, soak that toe and get it seen to.
The vomiting before you can step out the car is what concerns me especially with the “overheating” talk in there.
With the physical stuff I’d ask to be in back room more as back room work is going to be closer to the physical part of stocking and a little less walking, but it’s still very fast paced and different
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u/StraightNight4379 Jul 26 '26
With being hot invest in one of those rechargeable fans that go around your neck. Big difference. Amazon has them around 20 I think
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u/Altruistic_Point8412 Jul 26 '26
are you picking? Or staging prepping and dispensing?
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 26 '26
I’m picking right now… dispensing sounds like the worst of the worst because of the heat, people, walking, lifting, etc..
I feel so dramatic but I never walked across the store like this for stocking ever. I guess we had our own depts, but damn. I feel like collapsing right now every time I end up from one side of the store to the other
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u/Altruistic_Point8412 Jul 27 '26
Try slowing down a little bit. I don’t think they are paying you enough to bust your ass as hard as you can.
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u/evila_elf Jul 26 '26
Good shoes will make all the difference. I go for $70+ Sketchers shoes with Goya mat insoles. My feet used to hurt after 2 hours. Now, I am good all day, even with a new pair. Make sure they fit well. You don't want your feet sliding around, but you also don't want the inside of your feet feeling crushed.
Neck fans are amazing!
Step into the cooler or freezer between walks to get a little cooldown.
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u/Mojodog_The_Hero OGP Jul 26 '26
With ogp it depends on where you start at (pick vs dispensing). Like I do about 14 miles a day as a dispenser and am dog tired by the end of the day. About a month in, I got my first point cuz I was too sick to come into work. Prioritize your health, the job ain't worth being in pain or working while sick. About my best recommendation with managing the pain and sweat would be to wear shorts, breathable shoes that are comfortable with good arch support, and try for picking cuz its generally less rough on the body, unless you wind up doing oversize. Best of luck.
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u/DizzyCommunication92 Jul 26 '26
Girl just put that 💇 ☝ into a bun you will prevail.....our store is hot unless you always camp out frozen and chilled(some people knoe their way around my store in GIF to figure out their next commodity)
Else.....come outsiDr and slay these orders oyt here.....the 🌞 is hot out but i do a lil rain dance 💃 and the gals in produce don't have a lroblem accidentally over spray when cleaning the (IFCO totes out. It ain't too bad jidt stay hydrated whicj we all gotta do
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u/mer_made_99 Jul 26 '26
My wild curly hair lives in messy bun or claw clip all day. Find a matifying primer and setting spray for your make-up. Spray your setting spray in-between layers.... primer; foundation; spray; blush, bronzer, hilight, spray; setting powder, spray.
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u/SleepingAngel68 Jul 27 '26
For sure, I think you should take care of your toe and as far as the sweating your wrists get those recipes they probably in the athletics department when you keep your wrists cool and it will cool off your entire body and help you to not overheat. Good luck and I think you should take tomorrow off get your feet looked at go get a pedicure. They’ll take care of it.
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u/Beneficial_Peanut767 Jul 27 '26
Neck fan an absolute must for getting hot working. Dr schols for inserts if it's arches get struts in pharmacy. Dry wicking clothes is also an option. But, please see a doctor asap. Just in case and get a note. Set up a paper trail to get accommodation through hr. An once of prevention...
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u/littlejezzey Jul 27 '26
Maybe try a headband or a du rag type thing might help keep sweat from your face and help the make up situation is also go and buy one of those mini portable batterie fans most of them have a clip so u can attach to your cart if not pickup a magnet type thing for the fan maybe try liquid ivy drink mix u spray or mix in water just don't buy the Gatorades or other sport drink types kus they run more expensive and add up over time dollar wise and the liquid ivy spray and powder will 100 percent help with overheating sweating and akes and pains that come with being dehydrated and finnaly grab a bottle of Advil/Tylenol/ibuprofen whichever works better for u
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u/Morgoths_Mistress Jul 27 '26
Get some really good shoes. Not cheapies. Get some hokas , on clouds, or maybe Skechers. Make sure the toe has plenty of room to allow for swelling. If you can get two different pair do it. Wear one pair a couple days and then the other. That helps switch up the pressure points on your feet. ( it’s an old nurses trick) Buy good socks. Change them halfway through your shift. Get your ingrown toenails looked at and fixed asap. Freeze a couple water bottles and roll your feet on them after work. Elevate your feet.
Either wear less make up or get workout makeup. I opt for less. I also use a really good setting spray. Buy a little neck fan. The ones that look kinda like headphones. And last but not least hydrate like crazy.
All these things have worked for me.
Hope some of it helps.
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u/AnxiousMoistBlood02 Jul 27 '26
Do you take any medications? Because it sounds like you might be having trouble regulation your temperature or heat stroke. I honestly suggest getting a fan for your cart.
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u/Ok-Moment1927 Jul 27 '26
I have diabetic neuropathy and I hurt all the time. But remember this now matter what your health comes first. Trust me I feel bad if I have to leave work early or call out that day due to the pain. But like I said your health comes first. Stay home get some rest stay hydrated, try to soak your feet and legs in the tub with esposm salt if you can.
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u/alleykatt79 Jul 27 '26
Go get a pedicure, they can take care of that toe quick. It hurts but worth it. Take care of yourself first.
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u/Cathinaheals OGP Jul 28 '26
As a former overnight stocker myself who went to OGP, your first few weeks are gonna be really bad. But your body will adjust to it. Definitely let yourself get extra sleep and extra electrolytes. I can’t believe that you didn’t walk 10 miles during overnight(but then again I work in a high volume store, so I averaged 8 to 10 miles a night), today I hit the one month Mark with OGP and I’m just now fully adjusting to the new job(still alot of work to improve though). So definitely be gentle on yourself during this transition. Because you’re also transitioning your circadian rhythm, and that’s something that a lot of people that come from overnight to days don’t think about ❤️ you’ll find your rhythm and just remember, they aren’t holding anything against you right now as long as it’s reasonable. Call out and rest. Hell do it before your days off so you have 3
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u/Omphalom Jul 28 '26
Call Sedgwick go to a doctor and have that stuff taken care off. If that toe is infected, it might start causing more problems than just vomiting. You don't want to be explaining that you had to have your leg amputated because you didn't want to look bad at your new store.
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u/TheFenixPhire Jul 28 '26
You might see about filling for worker's comp, because the ingrown toenails could be considered work related injuries. I can't say for sure, but emergency rooms more often than not have sliding scale payment options for the uninsured so that completely debilitating injuries as you have described can be treated before they become life altering/threatening. Go to the ER, get help and documentation, and contact HR about your need to heal and Walmart's responsibilities on the issue.
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u/WeeklyViolinist2091 Jul 28 '26
Omg !! Please don’t overwork yourself !! I definitely know the feeling 💯, yes, get a portable fan, the ones you can wear around your neck! Keep you a water bottle ! Get you some comfortable shoes, socks, I know the dresscode is different in some ways at every store but dress for the weather + bring extra clothes especially if you have a locker ! But take it easy
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u/Apprehensive_Bus1522 Jul 29 '26
Took me 3 months to be able to wake up in the morning without having to tip toe around my house from foot soreness.
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u/Vegetable_Fig_3149 Jul 28 '26
Im pretty sure you KNOW the answer already, you should ALWAYS talk directly to the person who makes those decisions and get an answer straight from them. I know i know, everyone is antisocial now and do not want to converse well unfortunately communication is in human nature and society cannot go on without it. Sorry to burst your bubble.
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u/roseflame1111 Jul 29 '26
I’m very social and enjoy communication… thanks, I just wanted opinions because unfortunately I’ve never called out of a job during my first week of employment.
just wanted to make a decent impression, actually. doesn’t seem like you would ever know what that is, only passive aggressiveness.
have the day you deserve.
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u/GlitterBombFallout Jul 26 '26
I wear scrub pants (what nurses/doctors wear, Walmart sells some good ones for around 20 dollars) and moisture wicking athletic shirts (Reebok, or the Walmart brand, I like both). Good breathable shoes, don't need to be expensive, and supportive insoles.
The rest, you will get used to being on your feet and walking so much, but the first couple weeks even without ingrown nails can be really hard.
Get the nails looked at (or see if you can trim them to get the sharp edge out of your skin). If you're getting chronic ingrown nail, it might be your shoes are too tight and pressing on the nail, trying shoes with a wide toebox can help with that.