What walking shoe should you wear with plantar fasciitis?

Answer 1

A friend of mine reccommended using the NEW BALANCE M1122 sneakers to help with my plantar fasciitis (which I have on BOTH feet). They were expensive - US$ 120.00, which is MUCH more $ than I ever thought I would ever pay for a pair of sneakers ! But I must admit, that there is a HUGE difference when I wear these NB 1122's rather than any other traditional sneaker I have tried. I lace up them up rather tightly, and go out for my usual 3 - 4 mile workout. Even with this short a distance my plantar ligament used to hurt so much that walking that night and the next day was VERY painful. Now, since I have been wearing the NB 1122's, the pain afterwards has been reduced about 75 % ! They work MUCH better than the bulky gel pack orthotic pads that an Orthopedist rescribed for me. I would strongly reccommend these NB 1122 shoes to anyone who has "chronic" plantar fasciitis like I do - well worth the $ investment ED

Answer 2

Wearing good shoes at all times is very important in treating plantar fasciitis and avoiding it in the first place. Sometimes wearing poorly fitting or designed shoes can cause plantar fasciitis. Avoid walking barefoot or wearing flip-flops as the heel doesn't have any cushioning and this can damage the plantar fascia. The best shoes for treating plantar fasciitis should have low heels (for ladies, try to avoid any heels over 3 inches), a well-cushioned sole, and soft arch support. Many shoes often lack the proper cushioning, particularly at the heel and front foot, and don't permit sufficient structural support around the arch and mid-foot. With better cushioning and support provided by good shoes, the strain on the areas most susceptible to plantar fasciitis and throughout the foot while exercising can be significantly reduced, preventing plantar fasciitis.

The fit of a shoe is critical. Wearing shoes that are too small can aggravate the symptoms of plantar fasciitis. When shopping for shoes or trying on shoes that have been purchaed and delivered on the internet, patients should do so in the afternoon or evening. This is because as the day progresses, feet swell and become slightly larger than they are first thing in the morning. Moreover, it is not unusual for one foot to be slightly bigger than the other. If this is the case, patients should check the fit based on how the larger foot feels. Better that shoes be slightly too large (on the smaller foot) than the other way around.

When selecting shoes, focus on the padding and arch support, heel bone, and ball of your feet. Shoes should obviously feel comfortable and there shouldn't be any points of pressure on any one part of the foot. Opt for shoes with a little broader toe box to help avoid any troubles with bunions or other toe complaints.

Athletic shoes that fit well and offer good support are perfect. Running shoes should be replaced often since the insoles lose their cushioning as time goes by. If you look at a pair of new running shoes and compare them to your old pair you will clearly notice the difference in support and padding provided by the brand new pair. Replacing your athletic shoes is a really effective investment for combating plantar fasciitis.

Shoes designed for plantar fasciitis have treatments integrated into the innersole of the shoe, allowing you to treat the injury without needing special innersoles.

Some shoes have special designs which apply the right amount of pressure to the plantar fascia, stretching it optimaly and cutting pain and swelling. Furthermore, plantar fasciitis shoes are designed with integrated structural support round the heel to protect it from any additional injury.

Answer 3

Someone with plantar fasciitis can find comfortable shoes at many online stores and regular stores across America and worldwide. Scholls would be the best bet for find shoes for that foot disorder.

Answer 4

The following are suggestion on the kinds of shoes that a person with plantar fasciitis can wear; Wooden Dr. Scholls Clog shoes, New balance tennis shoes, and Birkenstock sandals.