4 Ways Our Orthotics Help Alleviate Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis, a common and often debilitating foot condition, can significantly impact one's daily life. Addressing this heel and arch pain condition requires a comprehensive approach: along with equipment and exercises that help heal plantar fasciitis, orthotics can play a vital role in a holistic solution. In fact, their ability to restore natural foot alignment and alleviate pain is exactly why they’re a key component of our foot pain program.
However, not all orthotics are made equal! Some cheap orthotics do more harm than good while expensive custom supports sometimes provide the exact same relief as their prefabricated counterparts (particularly for plantar fasciitis).
With a decade of clinical experience, it’s safe to say our podiatrist has encountered all sorts of orthotics over his career. He drew on these first-hand experiences to carefully select the insole you’ll find in our packs today. We believe it’s one of the best options to alleviate plantar fasciitis - read on to find out why!
1: Our orthotics provide fantastic arch support
Plantar fasciitis is characterised by inflammation/degeneration and tension in the plantar fascia, a ligament-like band that runs along the bottom of the foot, connecting the heel to the toes. Heelr’s orthotics provide crucial arch support, effectively reducing tension on the plantar fascia which relieves foot pain. By supporting the arch of the foot, these orthotics promote natural alignment and reduce tensile load through the painful plantar fascia. They also distribute pressure more evenly throughout the foot, reducing the overall load and stress through your heels and helping to ease discomfort.
2: Our orthotics have a heel cup to maximise stability
A big part of combating plantar fasciitis involves stabilising the heel and foot. Our orthotics are designed with a specialised heel cup that offers exceptional stability. This cup holds the heel securely, aiding in maintaining the foot's proper position and alignment. Additionally, it ensures that the fat pad, a natural cushioning under the heel, remains well-supported for enhanced comfort.
3. Our orthotics come with vital cushioning for comfort
Comfort plays a pivotal role in managing plantar fasciitis. Heelr’s orthotics are equipped with superior cushioning that provides day-to-day relief for those dealing with foot pain. This cushioning not only offers immediate comfort but also moulds to the unique shape of the foot over time, ensuring a personalised and supportive fit.
4. Our orthotics boast a slimline design for practicality
Incorporating orthotics into your daily life should be seamless. Featuring a slimline design, our insoles fit easily into a wide array of shoes without compromising comfort or effectiveness. This thoughtful design allows ample room for your foot, ensuring a comfortable fit while providing the necessary support to alleviate plantar fasciitis symptoms. Where possible, it is still recommended you remove any existing sockliner within your shoes.
In the battle against plantar fasciitis, a holistic approach is crucial. Our podiatrist-selected insoles have proven time and time again to be an essential element of a comprehensive approach.
Heelr’s foot pain kit and program combines orthotics, a massage ball and compression socks with a targeted video program to offer a complete solution to heal heel, arch and achilles pain. When you invest in Heelr you invest in your comfort and long-term foot health. Learn more about our complete foot pain solution and start your journey to pain free feet today!
