Orthotics
for Plantar Fasciitis
Footlogics offers a range of affordable, high quality orthotics to help relieve Plantar Fasciitis pain – depending on the shoes you wear, activity or whether you have a high arch, low arch etc – we even have a special insole for Pickleball players who suffer from heel pain.
Footlogics PERFORMANCE
$39.95
Footlogics SPORTS
$39.95
Footlogics PLANTAR FASCIITIS
$37.95
Footlogics ACTIVE
$39.95
Footlogics CASUAL
$32.95
Footlogics VERSA
$34.95
Orthotic shoe inserts for the relief of Plantar Fasciitis (heel pain)
Plantar Fasciitis is by far the most common foot complaint in the USA. It is estimated that more than 50% of people over the age of 50 will experience heel pain, especially with their first steps out of the bed in the morning. The underlying factors that cause Plantar Fasciitis usually develop over a long period of time, which means heel pain is not something that will go away quickly, it’s quite a ‘stubborn’ foot condition!
A proper, high quality orthotic insole – with plenty of support and alignment – will help relieve heel pain for most people, provided they incorporate other treatment methods such as daily stretching exercises. We offer a range of orthotics for plantar fasciitis, not just one single product, like most other brands.
Footlogics orthotics for Plantar Fasciitis
Developed by podiatrists, Footlogics offer a wide range of affordable orthotics designed to provide effective relief for Plantar Fasciitis, heel pain and heel spurs. Depending on the type of shoes you wear, your arch height and your activities we offer 5 different insoles:
Footlogics Plantar Fasciitis
For people with normal to low arches. This full-length shoe insert was developed specifically to relieve plantar fasciitis for people with a normal to low arch. These orthotics combine a medium firmness E.V.A. material with cushioning Poron pads under the heel and forefoot to absorb impact and reduce strain on the plantar fascia ligament. A deep heel cup and strong arch support help guide the foot into a healthier walking pattern by correcting over-pronation and supporting fallen arches. These premium insoles are suitable for a range of lace-up footwear, including sports shoes and work boots, and can be easily trimmed with ordinary scissors for a custom fit. These orthotics offer an affordable, comfortable option for everyday relief and can complement other treatment strategies for heel pain and plantar fasciitis.
Footlogics Performance
For people with high arches. These high quality orthotic insoles are perfect for people with high arches, suffering from Plantar Fasciitis. This is our most cushioning insert providing high levels of shock-absorption, required for people with high arches. Having a high arch (the medical term is ‘Pes Cavus’) means that all your body weight bears down on the heel and the forefoot only. The consequence of this excess pressure is either pain in the ball of the foot (Metatarsalgia) or pain in the heel (Plantar Fasciitis). Our Performance insole has a full, high arch which fills up the entire arch hollow area under your foot. In turn, your body weight is evenly distributed over the entire plantar (bottom) surface of the foot, taking the pressure off the heels and balls of the feet. The insoles are made of a premium quality P.U., a flexible E.V.A. outer shell and polymer gel padding for additional shock-absorption. Footlogics Performance insoles are suitable for a variety of shoes — from walking shoes and running trainers to work boots — and can be trimmed to size with scissors for a customized fit. Backed by a money-back guarantee, they offer an affordable solution for heel pain for those with high arches
Footlogics Sports
For heel pain during sports and running. Our sports insoles can be used for Plantar Fasciitis in active people who run long distances and/or play sports like basketball, baseball etc. Developed by sports podiatrists, these orthotics provide biomechanical arch support, a deep heel cup, and shock-absorbing gel padding under both the heel and forefoot, helping to absorb impact and reduce strain during movement. The orthotic helps correct over-pronation, flat feet, and fallen arches – all major contributors to Plantar Fasciitis pain. These insoles are suitable for a wide range of athletic and everyday footwear, including running, walking, court and cross-training shoes, as well as hiking boots, making them ideal for runners and athletes.
Footlogics Casual
For heel pain in slip-on shoes without laces. The Footlogics Casual is a 3/4-length orthotic offering a simple yet effective way to add biomechanical support to everyday shoes without laces, including slip-ons and flat sandals. These light-weight 3/4 insoles help support fallen arches, flat feet, and over-pronation—common contributors to heel pain, plantar fasciitis, and heel spurs. They feature a deep heel cup and strong arch support that helps encourage better foot alignment and reduce strain on the plantar fascia, while shock-absorbing E.V.A. and Durapontex cushioning add comfort underfoot. Because they’re 3/4 length, they fit comfortably in lower-profile shoes with limited room in the forefoot, where full-length inserts might not fit well, making them ideal for casual everyday wear. Try them risk-free to help ease your foot discomfort and improve walking comfort.
Footlogics Versa
For heel pain relief in ladies fashion shoes. The Footlogics Versa is a slim-line, full-length shoe insert designed to bring everyday comfort and support for Plantar Fasciitis in a range of women’s footwear, including flat ballerinas, low heeled boots, or court shoes with low to medium-high heels. What sets Versa apart is its slim, discreet design, allowing it to fit comfortably in women’s shoes where bulkier insoles might not work, while still offering firm structural support from a “cobra-shape” outer shell paired with a cushioning P.U. layer for added comfort throughout the day. A 30-day money-back guarantee ensures you can try them risk-free to help improve your foot comfort and reduce heel pain.
Footlogics Active
For Tennis & Pickleball players with heel pain. Pickleball players, in particular are very prone to developing Plantar Fasciitis because of the unique movement patterns and physical demands of this sport. Pickleball involves frequent short sprints, quick starts and stops, and repeated changes of direction on hard surfaces. Sudden forward lunges increase stress through the arch and heel, especially when a player pushes off aggressively or decelerates abruptly. Over time, this repeated strain can lead to micro-tearing and inflammation of the plantar fascia. New Footlogics ‘Active’ orthotics address the needs of tennis and pickleball players for biomechnical support, rearfoot stability and a high level of cushioning under the heels.
Plantar Fasciitis in a nutshell…
Plantar Fasciitis affects people of all ages, however the over 50’s are more likely to develop heel pain. As well as athletes, runners and people who spend long hours on their feet all day. After learning how the foot functions, the condition is easy to explain despite its complicated nomenclature. Running from the heel to toes the ‘plantar fascia’ is a thick band of connective tissue, designed to support the foot arch and absorb shock as you walk, run, or leap. Stress, overload, and improper foot mechanics can harm this tissue. Plantar Fasciitis causes heel discomfort due to small tears and inflammation in the plantar fascia.
Plantar fasciitis causes intense heel pain, especially in the morning or after rest. When get up the morning, the plantar fascia stretches after tightening overnight. The discomfort may subside as the ligament warms up, but it usually returns after standing, walking, or exercising.
Plantar fasciitis and heel spurs are similar but distinct. Over a long period of time, persistent tension on the plantar fascia can cause a heel spur on the underside of the heel bone, where the ligament connects to the bone. Heel spurs are common in plantar fasciitis, but they usually don’t hurt. Many people have heel spurs without symptoms. Rather than the spur, inflamed plantar fascia causes pain.
In conclusion, plantar fasciitis is a prevalent, manageable heel pain condition caused by fascia irritation rather than heel bone irritation. Most people can recover and move painlessly with self-care, proper arch support and patience. Conservative treatment works effectively for plantar fasciitis, especially early on.
Treatment options - in addition to arch supports
Footlogics orthotics are very effective and in most cases a difference is felt within a few days or wearing the insoles. However, there are alternative treatment methods you should pursue in addition to wearing orthotics. The five most common treatments are:
01.
Rest and activity changes
Reducing foot-overloading activities like running, jumping, and standing helps the plantar fascia repair. Low-impact activities like swimming or cycling can help maintain fitness without exacerbating symptoms.
02.
Stretching and strengthening exercises
03.
Supportive footwear, including sandals/flip-flops with arch support
04.
Night splints
05.
Ice and painkillers
Plantar Fasciitis Excercises
It is recommend to perform this simple exercise routine 3 times a day. Please note these exercises should be practiced with care, they should never hurt. Please consult your Physical Therapist for different or more exercises.
Exercises
Calf stretches
Stand with your hands at eye level and face a wall. Put the hurt leg behind the other one, with the heel on the ground and the knee straight.
Bend forward until you feel a stretch in your calf. Hold for 15 to 20 seconds, then do it again four times.
Exercises
Gastrocnemius Calf Stretch
Stand facing a wall with the affected leg behind you. Keep the rear knee straight and heel flat on the ground while leaning forward. You should feel a stretch in the upper calf and Achilles tendon. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat 3–4 times.
This stretch helps alleviate calf tightness, which typically increases strain on the Achilles tendon when walking and jogging.
Why doctors recommend orthotic therapy for heel pain…
As described above the main cause of Plantar Fasciitis is ‘over-pronation’ – rolling inwards of the ankles and lowering of the arches, putting persistent strain on the plantar fascia ligament. Therefore, any device that can prevent the foot from pronating excessively will help relieve heel pain and prevent the condition from worsening. This is why doctors refer their patients to a podiatrist (foot doctor) to have custom-orthotics fitted or they recommend an off-the-shelf (pre-made) orthotic like Footlogics.
Over the years, a lot of research has been conducted in the USA and Europe in regards to Plantar Fasciitis and ways to effectively combat this common foot condition. Below is a summary of a few studies.
Plantar Fasciitis Research
01.
Meta-Analysis — Foot Orthoses for Plantar Fasciitis
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis of 8 RCTs (randomized controlled trials) – involving 391 patients – concluded that foot orthotics demonstrate significant efficacy in alleviating pain in patients with plantar fasciitis. Foot orthoses can alleviate foot pain in patients with plantar fasciitis and are generally associated with few or no adverse effects.
02.
Effectiveness of Foot Orthoses to Treat Plantar Fasciitis- A Randomized Trial
Summary: One hundred and thirty-five participants with plantar fasciitis from the local community were recruited to a university-based clinic and were randomly allocated to receive a sham orthosis (soft, thin foam), a prefabricated orthosis (firm foam), or a customized orthosis (semirigid plastic). After 3 months the patients with prefabricated and custom orthotics reported a substantial improvement, compared to those wearing the placebo thin foam insole. The customized and prefabricated orthoses used in this trial had similar effectiveness in the treatment of plantar fasciitis.
03.
Custom CAD/CAM Orthoses + Night Splint Trial
Summary: This study showed that orthotics, combined with a night splints significantly reduced pain and plantar fascia thickness and improved activity levels and quality of life after 4 weeks.
04.
Does the use of orthoses improve self-reported pain and function measures in patients with plantar fasciitis? A meta-analysis.
Summary: This meta-analysis study showed significant reductions in Plantar Fasciitis pain after orthotic intervention. In addition this study shows significant increases in function after orthotic use.
Frequently Asked Questions: Orthotics for Plantar Fasciitis Relief
1. What are orthotics and how can they aid plantar fasciitis?
Orthotics are shoe inserts, either custom-made or over-the-counter, that are meant to support, align and cushion your feet. In plantar fasciitis they function by shifting pressure away from the irritated plantar fascia that runs down the bottom of your foot as a thick band of tissue. Orthotics provide arch support and heel cushioning, taking the pressure off this ligament with every stride, helping to alleviate discomfort and encourage healing over time.
2. Do customized orthotics work better than store-bought insoles for plantar fasciitis?
Custom orthotics are crafted to the precise shapes of your feet, and they may treat particular biomechanical problems such as overpronation or high arches. But good quality insoles bought over the counter may be quite useful for mild to severe plantar fasciitis and are much cheaper. Many folks get great relief from a well-chosen OTC insole. If problems linger for more than a few weeks, see a podiatrist for custom orthotics.
3. What attributes to look for in plantar fasciitis orthotics?
Seek orthotics with solid arch support (not simply soft padding), deep heel cups to support and stabilize the heel and a little metatarsal padding to help take the strain off the forefoot. The optimum mix of support and comfort is a semi-rigid or rigid shell with a padded upper layer. Don’t use flat, foam-only insoles. They can feel comfortable at first, but they don’t give much structural support for the plantar fascia.
4. How long do orthotics take to treat the discomfort of plantar fasciitis?
Most persons see some relief from heel discomfort with frequent use of orthotics for plantar fasciitis within two to four weeks. But it might take many months for complete relief, particularly in chronic situations. Orthotics are best used as part of a comprehensive treatment strategy that includes stretching exercises, footwear changes and rest. If you use orthotics part-time or exclusively in specific shoes, your development will be slowed. The key is consistency in your recuperation.
5. Are orthotics wearable in any shoe?
The best orthotic shoes have detachable insoles and enough depth and are usually sports trainers, walking shoes or supportive leisure shoes. Most orthotics will not work with flat shoes, thongs, high heels and minimalist shoes and might actually make your plantar fasciitis worse. If you require orthotics for dress shoes or work boots, seek for slim-profile insoles that are made for those sorts of shoes.
6. Do I need a prescription for orthotics to treat plantar fasciitis?
Pharmacies, sporting goods shops and internet sellers provide over-the-counter orthotics for plantar fasciitis and you don’t need a prescription to get them. However, you must be referred or consulted by a podiatrist, physiotherapist or orthotist for bespoke orthotics, who will examine your gait, foot anatomy and unique requirements. In the US, private health insurance may partly cover custom orthotics if you have additional cover, so it’s worth checking your coverage before you buy.
7. Do I need to use orthotics all the time?
For optimal results, wear your orthotics all the time in all your shoes, particularly early in the day when you first get out of bed, that is when the discomfort of plantar fasciitis is at its peak. Don’t go about barefoot on hard flooring, since then you lose the support your foot has been used to. Over time , if symptoms improve , you may be able to rely less on orthotics . But this should be done gradually and preferably under the advice of a healthcare expert .
8. Will orthotics worsen plantar fasciitis?
Sometimes, orthotics for plantar fasciitis that don’t fit right—especially those with too much arch height or that are placed incorrectly—can actually make discomfort worse or shift the pain to other parts of the foot. There is also the danger of over-reliance, which may lead to the foot’s intrinsic muscles weakening over time. This is why orthotics and certain specific foot strengthening exercises is vital. “Experiencing more pain after getting new orthotics? Don’t wear them and see a podiatrist for a re-evaluation.
9. Are there certain brands of orthotics advised for plantar fasciitis?
There are several products widely known for plantar fasciitis treatment. Popular OTC choices with strong arch support and deep heel cups include Footlogics Plantar Fsciitis, Powerstep Pinnacle, Superfeet Green/Blue, and Sof Sole Arch. In the US, podiatrists regularly prescribe products like Langer Biomechanics and Formthotics. Ultimately, the ideal orthotic for you is the one that fits your foot shape, arch type and shoes. What works for one person may not work for another.
10. Are custom orthotics a cure for plantar fasciitis?
Orthotics are a management technique, not a permanent treatment required. Many patients make a complete recovery with a mix of orthotics, stretching (particularly calf and plantar fascia stretches), strengthening exercises and footwear modifications – and ultimately may wean off orthotics. Others with structural foot problems may be better off with long term usage. The objective should always be to treat the source of the disease, using orthotics as supporting elements in that healing process.
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