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Plantar fasciitis pain - boot/shoe recommendations?

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BoudiccaVibes · 03/11/2022 18:38

Can anyone recommend any boots, or shoes, for plantar fasciitis?

Really struggling with PF pain in one heel. I'm on my feet a lot at work (teacher, but the always walking around type!).

I like stylish chunky soled boots; think Zara, H&M.

Budget is up yo £100 ish.

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BorisJohnsonsHair · 03/11/2022 18:41

My Fly London MES boots really help my pain.

GingerPigz · 03/11/2022 19:01

You need a shoe/boot with a heel lift (NOT a completely flat shoe). You can buy heel lifts for PF that go in your shoe. Trainers are probably your best bet for comfort if your job allows it?

thenewaveragebear1983 · 03/11/2022 19:02

If you get a custom insole made, you will be able to insert it into any pair of shoes.

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ScoobyDoobyDoowhere · 03/11/2022 19:06

Strive, FitFlop and Vionic are all good for plantar fasciitis.

I find varying my footwear helps and you can also buy good insoles.

OhMammaMia · 04/11/2022 08:34

This is such a bad advice
I was told the same, my pf got worse and worse
It eventually healed when I started wearing flat, wide toe box shoes with flexible sole
You need to sort out your calf and your arch and your hip too

OhMammaMia · 04/11/2022 08:35

Sorry, my reply was to the raised heel GingerPigz suggested

TeenDivided · 04/11/2022 09:58

I got inserts for my shoes and the physio gave me exercises to do.

BoudiccaVibes · 04/11/2022 10:13

Thank you all, I will take this advice on board.

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GingerPigz · 05/11/2022 06:44

I work at a podiatrist clinic. I'm
not medically trained nor am I claiming to be an expert - but I know the advice that we give and the science behind it. I also have PF and have found that heel lifts have really helped.

KangarooKenny · 05/11/2022 06:45

Get gel insoles, or a gel heel insert.

KangarooKenny · 05/11/2022 06:46

And never ever wear anything flat like Converse, or anything that isn’t attached to your foot like sliders and flip-flops.

gettingalife · 05/11/2022 06:48

Flat boots with ankle support, preferably laced was my podiatrist's advice. Keeps your ankle in position and the flat sole stretches the calf muscle. Anything with a heel shortens it. Sadly I haven't found any unfrumpy boots yet that fit that criteria so live in trainers!

Cupcakegirl13 · 05/11/2022 06:52

Sketchers have cured my PF , I bought two pairs of shoes and the slippers and wear nothing else.

thenewaveragebear1983 · 05/11/2022 07:40

I think it depends also where on the plantar fascia your ‘itis’ is… I turned my ankle running a half marathon and developed what felt like a deep tear in the sole of my foot from toe to heel, right down the middle. That was Also PF and not what I’d thought of as PF eg a heel pain. It does all come from your calf though so some calf stretches etc prescribed by a sports therapist will help. If you can possibly afford to see a sports therapist privately, I would highly recommend it as they will be able to tell exactly where your pain is coming from and exactly what’s causing it. Mine charges £55 per appointment and it’s well worth it.

shellyleppard · 18/09/2024 17:56

I'm wearing the Fitville trainers, they are helping with the plantar pain

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