Best plantar fasciitis braces & supports according to redditors

Anything with your calf, achilles, ankles, and arch. They're all connected.

Regular calf stretches, achilles stretches, rolling your foot on a lacrosse ball (arch massage), stretches that pull back your toes work well too because that targets the plantar.

Also, I HIGHLY recommend sleeping with a boot/splint. Plantar fasciitis is worse in the morning because your feet are immobile at night and it gives your Plantar Fascia a chance to contract and "ball up" while you're sleeping. Plus you usually sleep with your feet in a flexed position anyway so it's even worse.

I use this one because I found it the most comfortable, but everyone's different so experiment. That boot has wide, soft straps and wasn't cutting off my circulation at my ankles like other boots.

Oh and once you feel better, strengthening your musculature surrounding your PF is important too. Strengthen your calf and ankles. Do box jumps, jump rope, etc. As TB12 would say: pliability.

I like these, though they seem to have gone up in price since my last order. I like how they provide support, without covering too much of the foot, but depending on your preference and type of activity, you may want more coverage. The trick is to find some that are comfy and ride your foot in a natural manner. Bad ones may lead to blistering, while I find ones that fit well will reduce blistering by giving socks something beside your foot to rub against.

I'd be careful with large-dose Ibuprofen. It can cause stomach bleeding if used regularly for more than a week or two. for chronic or recurring pain, my doctor recommended switching between NSAID (Ibuprofen/Aleve/ etc) and Tylenol. One is processed by kidneys, the other by the liver IIRC. a week on one, then a week on the other, helps prevent overdose/toxicity/stomach bleeding/ other problems.

I'm on my feet a lot, so here are some things I've found helpful:

• change socks and shoes during lunch breaks. keep an extra set of shoes in your car or locker, trade them out once a day. shoes and insoles get squashed flat after a few hours and can be less effective. Crocs can be very good, that's why so many nurses and docs wear them in hospitals.
  
  
• stretch. stretch all the tendons and major muscle groups each morning, each lunch break, and after work. especially stretch your Achilles tendon and feet. best case, buy a Strassberg Sock and wear it on each foot for at least 30 minutes after work. if you can't afford one right now, just loop a towel around the ball of your foot and gently pull back for at least 15 minutes.
  
  
• I've had better luck with ice-cold water for sore feet, than warm water. YMMV. on a bad day, I stretch my feet THEN put them in cold cold ice water for about 5 minutes. the first 20 seconds are almost painful -- but then you adjust and it's very soothing.
  
  
• I fill plastic coke bottles about 70% full of water and place them in the freezer. they're cool and relaxing when you roll them under the arches of your feet (Coke bottles have that swooped shape and seem to be better than other types of plastic bottles YMMV)
  
  
• if there are no soft rubber/plastic mats to stand on at work, ask them to provide rubber mats. they can help a lot.
  
  strassberg sock:
  
  https://www.vivehealth.com/products/plantar-fasciitis-socks?variant=34481640196&gclid=CjwKCAjwndvlBRANEiwABrR32IejpgXpEYX2v-g2GATr96QAA_9IdfpTnc8x2xUUT0oIOZUjhtTB_xoCBJYQAvD_BwE
  
  https://www.amazon.com/Strassburg-Sock-White-Regular-around/dp/B00JB2UDTQ

I had horrifically painful plantar fasciitis a few months back. Took me about a month to get over it, could barely walk. I foam rolled my calves and shins every day, put a Pilates band on my foot and flexed my foot back and forth for about 10 minutes a day, iced my heels, foam rolled the arch of my foot... but I think the thing that helped the most was sleeping in a Strasburg sock. It's not the most comfortable thing but a noticed a ton of relief after about 2 nights. Now anytime I start to feel any calf tightness or heel pain I sleep in it and it relieves it immediately. strassburg sock

I got mild plantar fasciitis. I tried all the tricks that I could find on the internet: rolling a frozen water bottle under my foot, rolling a golf ball along the tendons, every possible stretch from my toes to my glutes. I would rest it and my foot would feel okay but every morning I would take that first step, feel the pain, and limp around for a couple of hours.

The thing that finally saved me was a cheap $20 night splint off of Amazon like this one. Once I used that, it was gone in a few days. My theory was that overnight my heel would be unflexed which would allow a bunch of fluid to collect in it and once I took that first step, it would squish out all the fluid and reaggravate any healing that had been done. I think the splint kept the heel flexed and the tendons taut so the fluid couldn't collect.

I bought some compression sleeve/socks that had arch support built in which has really helped with my swelling and arch pain! Plus they are possible for me to put on myself unlike my full sized compression socks. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M2B4FDG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_rZwRzbK0ZR8F4

The strap I have has hand hold loops every 8 inches or so and it's like 8ft long. Basically it gives me handles that I can use to push the stretch. I have small hands and my grip is becoming an issue so the handles the handle loops just make things easier. My bone spurs are on the front of my heel rather than the back but I know that pain. My sports med guy gave me a torture device to sleep in which was supposed to solve the problem but just gave me bouts of spasticity. The strap was a much better solution!!

This is the kind I was talking about. Stretching Strap

First and foremost, I'd go to a podiatrist. They were able to ultrasound my foot and figure out exactly how jacked up it was. They then casted and made custom orthotics for running. My insurance covered 100% of the cost.

I didn't go to a podiatrist for a long time though, dealt with it for a while beforehand. I ended up ordering a fuckton of stuff on Amazon to try and fix it. Some worked, some didn't. Wearing compression socks like these every night (and sometimes during the day) seemed to help a fair amount:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B078RC3V89/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The alternative is the night splint. Those work, but they're so uncomfortable that I took it off in the middle of the night every night while I was sleeping.

The PF specific Superfeet insoles helped a lot. For me my boosts were nice because they didn't hurt, but I didn't feel like I was getting better wearing them. I think it needs support more than cushioning to heal up, so the boost do more harm than good. I'm a lawyer so I even ended up getting the 1/2 length Superfeet that fit dress shoes.

Also, buy this thing:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B004QZPVEA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's dumb as hell but it worked so much better than all the stretches/racquetballs/etc people wanted you to squish your foot with.

Overall, what worked for me:

1. See a podiatrist
   
2. Always have supportive insoles
   
3. Ice your foot every night
   
4. Use that dumb foot log every night
   
   Once I actually had a decent treatment plan, it went away in a couple of months. I'm back to running more than I was before.

I have foot issues and sleep in these compression socks every night. Recommend them: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0722CWGPK?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

The tall socks and sleeves target the calves, so you don’t need them if your issues are with your ankle.

compression socks are great for controlling it. i wear one of these (mostly the socks now) when going for every long run and it keeps it at bay, did a 50k recently with no pain.

https://www.amazon.com/Compression-Plantar-Fasciitis-Support-Running/dp/B07BDGZ6G5/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3NRJYAN1066E7&keywords=compression+plantar+fasciitis&qid=1566230450&s=gateway&sprefix=compression+plan%2Caps%2C212&sr=8-6

https://www.amazon.com/SB-SOX-Compression-Sleeves-Women/dp/B01MFEBO3V/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3NRJYAN1066E7&keywords=compression+plantar+fasciitis&qid=1566230467&s=gateway&sprefix=compression+plan%2Caps%2C212&sr=8-3

I applaud all this hard-won knowledge about foot anatomy and true, long term PF treatment but you really should mention the undisputed "address PF quickly and get back on the road" treatment - The Strassburg Sock!

This bit of fabric provided me with near-immediate relief from significant PF pain which has been permanently cured by gait and foot strike changes as well as the massage techniques you have highlighted.

Strassburg sock worked out really well for me:

Strassburg Sock - Regular Size (Calf Size up to 16" Around) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JB2UDTQ/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_VFYDwbJAFTSVB

Might want to observe if you overpronate your feet when walking normally. Boxing might just be highlighting a chronic, but minor, dysfunction. Consider taking a break if it gets worse. Also ask your coach if it looks like you're doing something dumb.

In order of decreasing importance:

• 1 Wall ankle mobilization and other ankle mobilization. Do so gently, especially if you're just starting. Do it before warming up.
  
  
• 2 Foam roll before exercise. Don't do it too much the day after a really intense session. I recommend a lacrosse, tennis or specialized rolling ball (I prefer large diameter foam rollers for the calves, but that's just me personally).
  
  
• 3 Look up negative-only calf "raises". Don't do this if the tendon problem has gotten to the "really bad" phase without consulting a physio or doctor.
  
  
• 4 You may be flexing hard while you sleep. Consider purchasing a Strassburg sock. Don't wanna spend $40 on socks? You can get a similar effect with an extra long tube sock/soccer sock and a sewing needle. Don't know how to sew? Buy extra thick rubber bands and jury rig it.

so sounds similar to my experience. i finally went & got a 2nd opinion and the dr prescribed a sleeping boot. i had been battling pain for almost 2 years. i literally woke up the next morning after sleeping in a boot almost pain free. after a few weeks it was entirely gone. that was almost a year ago. i coulda cried i was so happy.

http://www.amazon.com/Cronin-PLANTAR-FASCITIS-SPLINT-Colors/dp/B001MA2ZEQ/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1404308100&sr=8-6&keywords=boot+for+plantar+fasciitis

This worked for me. The only tough thing is sleeping with something like that on your foot. After a few weeks I felt great.

I've been dealing with plantar fasciitis for a couple of months now. I'm just now feeling like I'm recovering from it. My advice is to respect the injury. The more you push it, the longer you will take to recover. Don't try to do more than you should just because you have a marathon coming up - you'll just make things worse. There's always another race you can run later.

As for what's working for me:

1. I went to the podiatrist and got some inserts for my shoes which helped. Never walk barefoot if you can help it.
   
   
2. Get a night splint. Seriously, it makes a huge difference in recovery. I've tried several different ones: 1 2 3. The first one (Strassburg Sock) is the best one in my opinion. It's the most comfortable to sleep in and it stretches the plantar fascia the most.
   
   
3. Get a few metal water bottles and fill them up and stick them in the freezer. They're very good for icing your feet, which helps.

Dang, sorry to hear that. Have you tried one of the night time splints? A guy I run with had plantar fasciitis and it helped him out.

https://www.amazon.com/Strassburg-Regular-Size-16-Inch-Around/dp/B00JB2UDTQ

Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint and Support: Adjustable Splints for Achilles Tendon, Drop Foot and Heel Pain Relief - Ankle Brace/Stretcher Supports Arch - Wrap to Improve Tendonitis or Other Injury https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RSN321T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kxHwDb0AHA8RH

I just bought this one. I have that boot and I have the same issue with my toes going numb. I’ll let you know how this new splint works out if it’s any good, it was only $14.

The splint I have is a dorsal one that was given to me by a friend. I can’t find the exact model but this one is kind of close, except for the strap.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GVHXWXP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gb05Cb4H0X23E

A few things to keep in mind is the causes of it. Some people get it as a result of arches either high or low, sometimes it’s bad support, being on your feet too long, or being overweight. I’m sure there’s more reasons. I personally got mine from a sharp increase in my running distances and overtraining. I also have tight calves to begin with. The stretching and rolling it out I think is just as important.

I've been recuperating by using a split like this. That on top of stretching constantly, paying attention to form and not running when it really hurts has helped me get over it. It's been a long process for me, and from reading around it sounds like it's just a slow injury to work through.

Good luck!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y2D51Q3

These are high compression socks for plantar fasciitis. I use them for walking and exercising and around the house.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MYZUA16/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_HDZDDbC0NGEHN

These are a little lighter compression and work better for sleeping.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M2B4FDG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dFZDDbC6WV9WC

I haven't tried night splints yet. For now I'm going to try compression socks paired with stretching before getting out of bed in the morning.

http://www.amazon.com/Plantar-Fascitis-Night-Splint-Brace/dp/B001PB07S8

Had that too :-)

Last year before hiking I wore this sort of walking boot thing that stretches out your calf muscles, the logic being that since the fascia is all connected, by loosening it up you allow things to stretch more without inflaming. Something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Alphabrace-Plantar-Fasciitis-Splint-Medium/dp/B001PB07S8

I had no PF problems last year, although I did break my foot and get off early because of that.

I also have severe plantar fasciitis. I spent 8 months last year with casts on both feet. I can't stand for more than 5 minutes. My feet are still in severe pain. But, I have run out of options. What you are explaining sounds very similar to what I am experiencing. I have been using night splints and they have helped some. However, they can be uncomfortable to sleep in and I find I do better to switch feet each night instead of wearing it on both feet. They do seem to help loosen the achilles tendon a bit. I made the mistake of not wearing them for 3 nights in a row and that proved to be a very bad decision. I am also starting to wear them when watching tv-it will take a few days or weeks of doing this at first for the tendon to loosen up. I would suggest trying some type of night splint. I use one similar to this (with the wedge in). https://www.amazon.com/Plantar-Fasciitis-Posterior-Night-Splint/dp/B00PX5HGPE/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1484977029&sr=1-1&keywords=night%2Bsplints%2Bfor%2Bplantar%2Bfasciitis&th=1 I also wear compression socks when I'm at work and they tend to reduce the pain to a somewhat tolerable level (as long as I sit as much as possible). I'm a teacher. So, sitting is hard to do. My doctor keeps suggesting surgery for me. But, I'm really high risk, so I'm not sure I'm ready for that yet. These are the compression socks I use. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019WOPQC6/ref=twister_B019WOZM5C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 The thing that seems to have worked best for me is the casting. Although, the casts were uncomfortable I was able to be virtually pain free. It provided great relief. I am the first patient my doctor ever did this for, but if you can talk yours into it it may help. They also tried me in orthopedic boots first. I found the casting to be best for me. But, I can't do that anymore. I had them on for a month at a time, then reevaluated, then recasted. Best of luck.

Thanks, I went to the doctor about 18 months ago and custom inserts were suggested, but it calmed down significantly after I started school (I had been working at a hardware store, 8-10 hours of standing on concrete is no fun). Annoyingly, this semester I'm on my feet a lot more, and my feet are letting me know they're not happy.

Is this the type of splint you mean? Do you sleep with it? ^how?

I got a Vive too! I love how you can walk around with it!

Night splints did not work for you? I have heard good things about this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00YZ7CUVQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_akeoDbY1NF8DE

Agreed on not giving it up. I had PF too. I actually succumbed to the cortisone shot eventually and rest, and the inflammation finally went away... but every so often I still get a little tight in the arches. Overly supportive shoes and orthodics weakens your foot's natural abilities. I decided to get into BF running after figuring I wasn't born with shoes, so my body must have the capacity to run on it's own, right?

I did heal all the way before I started BF running, though.

Other things that helped: this thing to stretch my foot (wear shoes in it) and this boot thing to sleep in.

[Here you go] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QKOFYQA).

Finally something I know a solution for. I had the same exact issue. All the other recommendations are good, but this is by far the most helpful tip: buy one of these braces sleep with it on every night. If it's both calves, then buy two.

Not sure. It might be similar to the Ortho Depot one on amazon maybe? https://www.amazon.com/Ortho-Depot-Fasciitis-Achillies-Tendonitis/dp/B00PG8CQ8U/ref=sr_1_30_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1524370207&sr=8-30&keywords=night+splints+for+plantar+fasciitis

> r anything at all, I don't know why anyone would think it'd be somehow inappropriate for a non-Japanese woman to wear shorts. I wear shorts and skirts all the time because Tokyo is a humid hellhole.
> Low cut shirts, v-necks or promine

I walked in Nike Free 5.0's + [plantar fasciitis inserts] (http://www.amazon.com/Airplus-Plantar-Fasciitis-Orthotic-Insole/dp/B00HWNIQZE/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1467608638&sr=1-1&keywords=plantar+fasciitis+air+plus)
Usually covered about 8-12 miles a day. No foot pain... back pain was another story. If you're going to be walking definitely recommend some comfy sneakers and some inserts go a long way. I did not see anyone in Tokyo wearing flip flops to be honest.

Re: shorts, I didn't wear them and I didn't see many locals wearing them. Most women in Toyko favor breezy gaucho pants, dresses, or longer skirts. I think knee length shorts are okay though. I personally liked [loose crops] (http://shop.lululemon.com/p/women-crops/For-Love-Crop/_/prod1960017?rcnt=17&N=7yr&cnt=31&color=LW6HDXS_013612) and [joggers] (http://shop.lululemon.com/p/women-crops/Jet-Crop-Slim-Luxtreme/_/prod5020087?rcnt=2&N=8c0&cnt=22&color=LW6HA9S_024894)... the reason I linked Lululemon is because they are breathable. This is of the utmost importance!

If you want to cheat you can buy tights at Daiso for $1 and wear those under short dresses or shorts. This is how women in Tokyo get away with wearing shorter lengths. If you wear a dress with tights, it is very nice to help you stay cool but not look inappropriate.

have you tried anything like?

Here is the mobile version of your link

That's a pretty hardcore splint. Were you told to use one like that? If not, the Strassburg sock is probably a lot more comfortable.

Change your shoes? Try picking up some Straussburg socks to wear at night?

The Strassburg sock did wonders for me. No affiliation to the product.
http://www.amazon.com/Strassburg-Sock-Regular-Size-Around/dp/B00JB2UDTQ?ie=UTF8&keywords=strausberg%20sock&qid=1459210195&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1