Great Shoe Hacks That Help Plantar Fasciitis

There are a few different signs that you may notice when it comes to developing and living with plantar fasciitis. The main complaint that a lot of people will have is that they have pain at the bottom of the heel, though some patients may notice it closer to the mid-foot area at the bottom.

It is most commonly found in just one foot, though it can appear in both. Usually, the patient will notice the pain of this condition over time. It may start out kind of dull and get worse if they don’t do something about it.

The pain can be sharp, but it can also be dull. Others describe it as an ache or a burning on the bottom of the foot that seems like it extends out to the heel.

You should notice that the pain is going to be the worst in the morning when you first get out of bed, or after you have sat down and rested for a bit. After prolonged standing, walking, and other activities, the pain may get worse because the tendon is inflamed or irritated.

Following the shoe hacks above can often help the condition. When you need a pair of custom orthotics or advice on how to properly handle some of the pain that you feel in your feet, ankles, and legs, then our team is here to help.

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There are a few risk factors that make it more likely you will have this condition including

• Being overweight because it puts more pressure on the tendon
• Run long distance
• You are on your feet all day for work
• You have flat feet or high arches
• Your Achilles tendon is naturally tight
• You wear shoes that do not provide good arch support or have really soft soles during the day.

When you are suffering from some of the pain that comes from plantar fasciitis, you want to make sure that you know all of the possible shoe hacks that will keep your feet doing as well as possible and ensure that the injury and the pain don’t get any worse than before. The good news is that there are a few different shoe hacks that you can consider including:

Supportive Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis

• One of the first steps that you can take is to pick out a pair of shoes that provides a good deal of support. There are a ton of different types of shoes out there, but many of them are inexpensive and low-quality, which can harm your foot and may make the issues you experience with plantar fasciitis even worse than before.

• As you shop around for a pair of shoes, you need to make sure that you pick out a pair that is high-quality and will provide a good deal of support, whether you have a custom orthotic in it or not. These can cost a bit more when you first grab them from the store, but with adequate support, your feet will feel amazing and you can fight off foot pain and discomfort.

Tighten Your Shoes

• Not only do you need to pick out a pair of supportive shoes that will keep the foot in place and provide good cushioning as well, but you should also make sure that you tighten the shoes well too. If the shoes are too loose and not tightened up the right way, your foot will slip and slide around quite a bit which can lead to a sprain or another injury as well.

• Make sure that the laces are tightened so that the foot will stay in place. You do not need to tighten so much that you cut off the circulation, but make sure the shoes are snug and the foot has support on all sides. If you tighten it quite a bit and the foot still seems to move around a lot, then it may be a sign that you need a different pair of shoes.

Give Your New Shoe Time To Break In

• Before you go crazy with your new pair of shoes, you need to take the time to break them in and make sure they will work well for what you need them for. It is normal for the shoes to take a few days, sometimes up to a week or a week and a half, to break in. You should take it slowly to make sure the foot is not injured.

• Many patients will take it one day at a time, maybe starting with a few hours in the shoes the first day and building up until they are able to wear the shoes all day long without issues. Make sure to wear socks with the shoes if you plan to do that most of the time and put your insoles or custom orthotics in as well so you can adjust to that.

One of the best things that you can do to help out with your plantar fasciitis is to choose a pair of custom orthotics. There are some over-the-counter insoles that promise to help out with this condition, but their effectiveness will depend on the brand and how bad the problem is. Custom orthotics are usually more efficient at helping you out.

Custom orthotics are designed by professionals to be just right for your foot. This means that you will be able to slip them on and get all of the relief that you need.

No matter where your pressure points are, the type of heel cup you need, or any other condition that is wrong with the foot, the custom orthotic is designed to provide you with some of the relief you need.

Since these are designed for your foot, rather than mass-produced like over-the-counter orthotics, you will find that these custom orthotics can give you all the relief that you need. No matter how bad the pain from plantar fasciitis has gotten, you will find that a pair of custom orthotics can cut away the pain and make the condition a little bit better.

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By precisely cradling and stabilizing your arch, Bilt Labs orthotics promote proper foot alignment and distribute weight evenly across your foot. This reduces excessive strain on the plantar fascia, leading to significant pain relief. Additionally, Bilt Labs uses high-quality materials typically found in podiatrist-prescribed orthotics. This ensures durability, so your orthotics provide lasting support and prevent future flare-ups. With Bilt Labs, you can get back to enjoying an active lifestyle pain-free.