People who wear work boots tend to be on their feet all day and are prone to developing Plantar Fasciitis. There are many work boots that can help with the treatment of Plantar Fasciitis. In fact a quality work boot can help reduce your symptoms a great deal. Dr. Martens tends to be one of the higher quality work boots for Plantar Fasciitis. What do you look for in a work boot for Plantar Fasciitis:
1. You want a work boot with quality shock absorption. One of the main reason that people who wear work boots tend to develop Plantar Fasciitis is the constant stress and strain that your heel and foot are placed under. The more padding to reduce the stress on the foot the better for treating Plantar Fasciitis.
2. Arch Support- Work Boots with poor arch support tend to lead to an increase in Plantar Fasciitis cases. The Plantar Fascia is one of the keys to the arch so any support that your boot can give to supporting the arch can help with the treatment of Plantar Fasciitis.
3. A Sturdy heel- Work Boots with unstable heels tend to lead to excess motion which can hasten the development of Plantar Fasciitis. A Stable heel will help stabilize the Plantar Fascia and help treat the plantar fasciitis.
Here are the best Dr. Martens for Plantar Fasciitis:
Dr. Martens Icon Industrial Stength Work Boot– Again this boot features one of the best features you can have for a work boot with plantar fasciitis. What you have is an EVA insole in this boot. What is EVA? EVA is the same material that is used to construct many orthotics (often a front line treatment for Plantar Fasciitis). EVA will mold and contour to the shape of your foot and has the shock absorption typically seen in orthotics.
Dr. Martens Winch Leather Work Boots– Again this work boot has the advantage of having an EVA insole with the added bonus that the insole is removable. So if you have seen a Podiatrist for your Plantar Fasciitis and been giving an insole you can use that orthotic and it will fit comfortably in your work boot.
Dr. Martens Fusion Safety Toe Chelsea Boot– If you are looking for a non EVA work boot consider the insole in this work a smartwork PU cushioned footbed. The cushioned footbed will greatly reduce the stress and strain placed on the foot.