subject: Arch Supports For Plantar Fasciitis [print this page] Arch supports for plantar fasciitis are one of the the most common ways to treat this painful condition. The reason why they are so effective is because plantar fasciitis is frequently the direct result of biomechanical or alignment problems in the feet.
When the feet do not move properly or do not line up properly, all of the ligaments, tendons, joints and muscles in the feet work in positions they are not designed to work in. They have to work overtime to try to keep the feet in the best protected position to absorb shock and support the rest of the body. This can lead to many different problems as the tissues break down under the strain.
When it's the plantar fascia that breaks down, arch supports for plantar fasciitis are the treatment of choice. They can help correct the alignment and biomechanical deficiencies, while at the same time taking pressure away from the attachment of the plantar fascia, the usual area where the pain and inflammation occurs.
Most of the arch supports on the market are not designed specifically for different different conditions like plantar fasciitis. Most are designed as a generic arch support that tries to be all things to all people. They are often under corrected to be sure there is no way they can cause any discomfort, even as the wearer is first getting used to them.
This may help the company selling them avoid causing a bit of discomfort to their customers, but it is not the best way to treat conditions like plantar fasciitis that usually require some correction of alignment to alleviate the cause of the problem. Arch supports that are too soft or under-corrected will not give enough support to change alignment sufficiently.
If you are looking for arch supports for plantar fasciitis, find something that is specifically designed and targeted to plantar fasciitis and you will have a much better chance of getting the results you are looking for.
