Plantar Fasciitis: Braces & Relief for Heel & Arch Pain

Plantar fasciitis occurs when the thick tissue along your foot’s underside—called the plantar fascia—becomes inflamed or overstretched. This often causes sharp heel pain, especially with your first steps in the morning. At Brace Direct, we provide specialized day and night splints designed to reduce tension in the fascia, improve flexibility, and promote faster healing.

Common Causes & Symptoms

Plantar fasciitis usually develops from repetitive stress, such as:

• High-Impact Activities: Running, dancing, or intense sports that repeatedly strain the arch and heel.
• Foot Structure: Flat feet, high arches, or tight Achilles tendons can increase stress on the plantar fascia.
• Improper Footwear: Unsupportive shoes or worn-out soles amplify heel impact with each step.
• Prolonged Standing: Occupations requiring long hours on hard surfaces may provoke chronic foot stress.

Key signs include sharp or stabbing pain in the heel upon waking, tenderness along the foot’s arch, and discomfort that eases as you warm up—only to return after rest or extensive activity.

How Braces & Splints Assist Plantar Fasciitis Recovery

Targeted bracing offers much-needed relief by:

• Stretching the Fascia: Night splints hold the foot in a neutral or slightly flexed position, reducing morning pain.
• Reducing Inflammation: Day braces or sleeves can provide gentle compression, easing tension in the arch and heel.
• Correcting Foot Posture: Supports encourage a healthier alignment, alleviating stress on the fascia.
• Preventing Further Strain: Well-fitted braces deter excessive arch collapse or plantar overextension.

When combined with foot exercises, good footwear, and possibly orthotics, bracing expedites recovery and helps you walk pain-free.

Top Braces & Splints for Plantar Fasciitis Relief

Discover night splints that prevent painful morning flare-ups and day braces for ongoing support:

Breg Adjustable Night Splint

Customizable ankle positioning to gently stretch the plantar fascia overnight, easing stiffness by morning.

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Brace Direct Plantar Fasciitis Day Splint

Provides arch and ankle support during daily activities, reducing strain and preventing sharp heel pain.

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Brace Direct 90° Comfort Padded Night Splint

Keeps the foot in a neutral position, minimizing painful fascia contraction during sleep for a better morning step.

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