Plantar Fasciitis is a painful condition of the plantar fascia. The condition is brought about by repeated trauma to the plantar fascia and the creation of tightness in the plantar fascia. There are a myriad of treatments for plantar fasciitis from stretching, motrin, injections and much more. One of the simpler treatments is just to get in better golf shoes.
Golf can bring about plantar fasciitis and can worsen the condition because of the walking of eighteen holes that is required. What do you look for in a golf shoe for plantar fasciitis? One: the shoe needs to provide a good deal of cushioning from the shock forces during gait. Two: you want a shoe that supports the arch, comfortably. There are many golf shoes that accomplish these tasks. Below I have rated what I believe are the best golf shoes for Plantar Fasciitis:
Nike Golf Lunar Ascend Golf Shoe-This shoe features integrated traction which creates for a lighter pressure when walking. But the feature that makes this shoe ideal for plantar fasciitis is the Lunarian cushioning located in the heel. This soft resistant foam core provides responsive cushioning and foot support.
PUMA Men’s AMP Sport Golf Shoe– This golf shoe has two features that help in the treatment of plantar fasciitis. First is the supportive yet flexible Arch Tech at the arch of the foot. The second is the Everfoam cushioning in the heel, to provide comfort to the foot during heel strike. Remember the key thing you are looking for in a golf shoe with Plantar Fasciitis is a shoe that will reduce stress and strain on the heel.
Adidas Men’s Adipure Motion Golf Shoe– This shoe features Fit Foam insole which provides comfort and support for the length of the entire shoe.
Footjoy Lady FJ Sport Golf Shoes- These shoes feature a molded EVA foot bed providing lightweight underfoot cushioning. EVA is ideal for Plantar Fasciitis because it is the same material that is used in the construction of orthotics. EVA will form and contour to the shape of your foot and provide support specifically for the shape of your foot.
Adidas Mens Tech– This is a shoe for men that also features EVA. If you have tried multiple shoes before for Plantar Fasciitis. One of the things I recommend is to find a golf shoe with an EVA midsole.