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Plantar Fascitis

Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, a piece of strong, thick tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. It connects the heel bone to the toes, creating the arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain and can develop as a result of overstretching, overuse, or a medical condition.

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What causes plantar fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis can be caused by:

Playing sports and doing activities that put stress on the heel bone, such as running, dance and aerobics
Being flat-footed or having high arches
Being middle-aged or older
Being overweight
Pregnancy
Spending a lot of time on your feet
Wearing shoes with poor arch support or stiff soles
Having tight calf muscles

6 Tips For Finding Shoes For Splanta Fasciitis

The best shoes for plantar fasciitis sufferers have a combination of technical features to help ease pain and discomfort.
When looking for shoes, the following features are essential to consider for reducing the discomfort of plantar fasciitis!

Elevated Heel

An elevated heel along the footbed from heel to toe reduces pressure on the Achilles and alleviates some pain felt by those who suffer from Plantar Fasciitis. This feature is designed through the innersole and internal structure of the shoe.

Get Fitted

Make sure you get your feet measured with a brannock device or a 3D scanner to ensure you find the right FIT. This is important to ensure support features in the shoe are in the correct position.

Arch support

Arch support is one of the main features people look for in shoes for plantar fasciitis. Shaped like orthotics, arch support insoles secure the foot in pace for optimal alignment and support.

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Firm heel counter

Look for a firm heel counter or an external support device around the heel of the shoe to provide greater stability. This is to ensure the heel and ankle remain in the correct positioning from the first strike off when walking.