Plantar Fasciitis - Practitioner and Patient Advice

[Goldrush]

Hi there,

Does anyone have any input on this product? I had a client come in today that was told by her MD that this brace is what she required. I'm not convinced. Any feedback would be appreciated.

http://www.footsmart.com/P-FootSmart...ort-10102.aspx

[IceMan]

Hi Goldrush

It looks like the brace is based on the principle of applying a counter-pressure to reduce pressure on the muscle/tendon origin. Probably most commonly seen in people who have been diagnosed with tennis elbow. There's actually a taping technique that I use that applies this principle for people with plantar fasciitis and my patients usually report some relief.

I would think this brace would be helpful along with a physio treatment plan aimed at reducing the cause of the problem.