Plantar Fasciitis is a common condition that afflicts millions of people every year. Plantar Fasciitis is characterized by pain first step in the morning. There are many treatments for Plantar Fasciitis on the market. These treatments range from stretching, cortisone shots and NSAIDs. One of the most common and successful treatments for Plantar Fasciitis is orthotics or insoles. Orthotics and Insoles are able to reduce the stress and strain on the foot at the same time reducing some of the negative biomechanical forces that contribute to Plantar Fasciitis. But what are the best orthotics or insoles for Plantar Fasciitis? With so many to choose from it can be difficult. Below I have listed what I believe are the best orthotics or insoles for Plantar Fasciitis.
Spenco Polysorb– If you are looking for an orthotic or insole that reduces stress and strain on your foot and that is inexpensive this maybe the insole for you. Spenco has specially made material that helps reduce the stress and strain on the Plantar Fascia. If you work a job where you are on your feet for ten hours a day and also have feet that feel sore, consider getting a Spenco as they are ideal at reducing stress and strain on the foot.
Superfeet Orthotics– Superfeet is a unique orthotic in that it provides individualized orthotics or insoles for feet. If you have a flatfoot they have a specific orthotic for you. If you have a high arch foot there is a specific orthotic for that. This individualized orthotic approach can help individualize the orthotic for your specific foot’s needs.
PowerStep Orthotics– This orthotic is the orthotic most dispensed by Podiatrists with good reason. This orthotic provides the best combination of comfort with biomechanical control. These orthotics have a polypropilene shell and a poron top cover to reduce the stress and strain on the Plantar Fascia.