These suggestions are based on general comfort and support features—not medical advice. For personalized care, please consult a healthcare provider.
What is plantar fasciitis?
Please note that any information we offer is for general guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have specific medical concerns or conditions, we recommend consulting with a qualified healthcare provider or podiatrist.
Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes. Please consult with a medical professional for any injuries requiring clinical attention. To learn more about plantar fasciitis and recommendations for exercises and stretches, check out this video.
Footwear options
Plantar fasciitis can be tricky to solve with a single shoe, as it can be quite different from person to person. Depending on your preferences for support type and amount of cushioning, we have several models that can provide comfort and help reduce strain. We recommend taking our Shoe Finder quiz to explore more personalized recommendations. We’ve also found the following to be some of our most popular shoes for people managing plantar fasciitis:
Structured support
GuideRails™ Technology System helps keep excess movement in check.
- Glycerin GTS: Supreme softness and responsiveness with structured support.
- Adrenaline GTS: Smooth, reliable, and supportive for distraction-free miles.
- Ariel/Beast GTS: Trusted support and protection in every step, plus a roomy fit to accommodate feet with unique needs.
Max support
Assisted transition from landing to toe-off and added cushion underfoot.
- Glycerin Max: Luxurious max cushioning with GlideRoll™ Rocker technology.
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Ghost Max: Soft and protective max cushion with a seamless heel-to-toe transition.
Balanced support
Secure heel with dynamic forefoot helps provide inherent stability.
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