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James McCormack is a Knee, Foot and Ankle Specialist Physiotherapist with over 10 years experience.
Alongside his clinical work he has created this website to provide free-to-read content for it's users.
Alongside his clinical work he has created this website to provide free-to-read content for it's users.
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How do you choose Plantar Fasciitis insoles?
Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot pain, which is caused by an overload of the fascia through a sudden increase in activity levels or due to a biomechanical overload. It is in these instances that Plantar Fasciitis insoles are beneficial as well-structured medial arch supports on the insoles can reduce the tension of the Plantar Fascia. An element of rigidity is helpful as it distributes force more evenly and doesn’t collapse under body weight.
We generally recommend avoiding cushioned and gel Plantar Fasciitis insoles. They provide temporary pain relief initially but they facilitate extra movement of the foot that can exacerbate the pain in the long term.
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What are the best Plantar Fasciitis insoles?
The best insoles for mild symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis should have a semi-rigid shell to help control the foot’s motion with a medium arch height to offload and shorten the Plantar Fasciitis.
Moderate to severe Plantar Fasciitis can need more cushioned insoles as the heel may be too sensitive to tolerate a semi-rigid shell. In contrast, a deep heel cup helps to control the ankle joint to counteract the additional movement facilitated by a more cushioned insole.
We have created a list of our 3 favourite insoles for different shoes and activities below that we recommend to our patients in our foot clinic.
Samurai – Plantar Fasciitis Inserts
These are well-structured inserts that are a fantastic option for high heels, work shoes, and tight-fitting shoes due to the thin shell and 1/2 length.
They work well for mild symptoms but for those with a very sensitive heel, they might find them too firm.
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Dr Scholl’s is a well-known reliable brand for Plantar Fasciitis insoles. Their 3/4 length insoles are a more cushioned insole than the Samurai and therefore work well for a sensitive heel.
They have good arch support and while they are not as slim as the Samurai, they will fit into most casual footwear.
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WalkHero Plantar Fasciitis Insoles
The WalkHero is the insoles that we recommend most often for our clients.
Their semi-rigid insoles distribute force evenly in the foot while having moderate arch support, helping to offload the Plantar Fascia.
They work well in running shoes and in casual trainers for Plantar Fasciitis relief.
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This article is written by James McCormack, a Lower Limb Specialist who is an expert in treating Plantar Fasciitis.
This is not medical advice. We recommend a consultation with a medical professional such as James McCormack if you are experiencing any of the symptoms discussed in this article. James offers Online Physiotherapy Appointments weekly and face-to-face appointments in his London clinic.