Plantar fasciitis shoes

The shoes that we wear have a strong impact on the foot health. Whenever something is wrong with our feet we tend to blame the shoes.
So is it true about heel pain too?
Can a bad shoe cause this heel pain? Can a special shoe cure it?
Is there anything like shoes for plantar fasciitis?
First of all we must understand a few things about the nature of this disorder.

 

Plantar fasciitis is that pain in the bottom of your foot usually felt around your heel. That pain especially hurts first thing in the morning when you try to get out of bed and stand on your feet, or after periods of foot inactivity. It is caused by wounding the fascia connective tissue on the bottom of your foot. This tissue, called the plantar fascia, runs from your heel to the toes. It is a relatively inflexible, strong, fibrous band on the bottom of the foot. It helps to maintain the complex arch system of the foot, it helps to absorb shock, plays a role in one's balance and in the various phases of gait.

Plantar fasciitis is a foot disorder caused by overuse of the foot. The direct overuse factor which causes the disorder is individual. A few of the possible causes to the heel pain are: flat feet or high arches, gait and balance Problem, weak foot muscles, spending long periods of time on your feet etc’. The Plantar fasciitis as a symptom is common to everyone but the cause for the disorder (the reason for the pain) is individual. Therefore the long term effective treatment will always be individual, and actually special plantar fasciitis shoes will always be individual.

So what are we here for? Is there nothing like plantar fasciitis shoes? – Yes there is! Such a good shoe will reduce the amount of stress that is placed on your feet. Although you must look for your individual shoes there are some guidelines for a good shoe for someone with heel pain: 

1. Shoes should have a low heel. Try to use high heel shoes only when you must and you don't spend too much time on your feet. Prefer open toe shoes for a better comfortable fit.
2. The shoe size must fit comfortably at the end of the day (feet are a little bit bigger at the end of the day).

3. Choose the right shoe for your foot type. Ask your podiatrist to help you determine if you are a pronator, supinator or neutral and get the guidelines about the proper shoe for your foot type.

4. Use motion control athletic shoe which will not bend or twist easily in the middle and will bend in the toes where the foot bends.
5. Wear a shoe with a strong and solid heel cup to keep your heel stable while you walk. There should be a firm grip of the shoe to your heel. Your heel should not move inside the shoe as you walk or run.
6. Prefer shoes with cushioned, flexible midsoles that absorb the impact of your walking or running.
7. Plantar fasciitis shoes should have soles that are shock absorbing and skid resistant, such as rubber rather than smooth leather.
8. An expensive shoe is not necessarily a good plantar fasciitis shoe.
9. You should replace shoes regularly whenever they are worn out to ensure the maximum shock absorption.

Shoes that fit your needs will not cause pain after wearing them for a long period of time. You should feel comfortable with your shoes but keep in mind that you are looking for both comfort and support. Sometimes the most comfortable shoe isn’t the best shoe for your condition. The best plantar fasciitis shoe is the shoe that relieves the stress of your feet and provides the support that you need. The shoe that caters to your own particular characteristics in terms of gait, foot arch, and foot size is the shoe you want to go with.
The best shoes are an important part of the treatment but that is not enough. Your shoes will not solve the problem. You should go on looking for more treatment and self-care techniques. Be patient and consistent with your treatment and relief will follow.

Created by Elrofeet

THIS MATERIAL DOES NOT CONSTITUTE MEDICAL ADVICE. IT IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. PLEASE CONSULT A PHYSICIAN FOR SPECIFIC TREATMENT RECOMMENDATIONS.

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