What are the best steel toe boots for Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia on the plantar surface of the foot. It is distinguished by pain first step in the morning. There are many treatments for plantar fasciitis including stretching, orthotics or cortisone shots. One of the easy ways that can help alleviate your plantar fascial pain is to get into a better pair of shoes. What I look for in a shoe when you have plantar fasciitis is cushioning on the plantar surface of the foot. This will help decrease the stress and strain on the plantar fascia during ambulation. If you are suffering from plantar fasciitis and wearing steel toe boots you are most likely on your feet for extended periods of time. Any cushioning to reduce the stress and strain on the plantar fascia can help you a great deal. Other traits to look for in a steel toe boot is a boot that provides arch support to help support the plantar fascia. You want a stable shoe. If a shoe is too flexibile then it will increase the stress and strain on the plantar fascia. Below I have listed what I believe are the best steel toe boots for somebody suffering from plantar fasciitis:
Catepillars Mens Diagnostic Steel Toe Water Proof Boots– What I like about these boots is that they have an EVA footbed. What is EVA? EVA is a material that is used in the construction of orthotics. EVA will mold and contour to the shape of your foot and provide solid arch support as well as shock absorption.
Keen Utility Men’s Milwaukee Six Inch Steel Toe Work Boot– Again this is another example of EVA insole in a work boot. One suggestion I can give you is follow the link below and just put in the Amazon search box Steel Toe Boots EVA and you will get a nice selection of different steel toe boots to choose from.
Dr. Martens Steel Ironbridge Steel IM Boots– This would be a good choice for a steel toe boot if you are looking for a non EVA option. This steel toe boot features an air cushioned sole, which will help decrease the stress and strain on the plantar fascia. But I am a fan of air insoles as they are similar to the air in basketball shoes.
Thorogood American Heritage 6 inch steel toe work boot– Again another non EVA option for steel toe boots, this steel toe boot features a dual density footbed which provides a great deal of shock asborption. Another bonus to this steel toe boot is the removable insole if you have an orthotic you want to wear.