PLEASE - Who makes SHOES with TOES HIGHER

[swknight]

First, thank "you" for looking at this thread.

This is to help with a medical condition called Plantar Fasciitis problem. I know that EARTH SHOES does - but no extra wide sizes. If the toes are higher the TIGHT calve muscles will relax and I can walk again!

I received the problem by walking over 80 miles a week and ballroom dancing - which I'd love to do again. Like SHREK says, " Really, Really."

Years ago I remember a Scandinavian Manufacturer made some that looked like the toes were higher than the heal.

ANY SHOE TRIVIA people out there?

Thanks in ADVANCE!

[shoesense]

Hi there!
I initially started blogging about shoes because (wait for it) I developed plantar fasciitis!
My problem was developed because of not stretching properly after exercising--plus, I got very high arches.
Because of said high arches, I found that the most helpful shoes for me are those with arch support, of course. However, the MOST helpful thing you can do is go to a podiatrist and have him/her measure you for orthotics custom made for your feet. Trust me, it's the best thing you can do for your feet. It took me over a year of wearing them, but now I'm almost cured. Mine are 3/4 size, so they can fit in any closed shoe--even pumps. The key is, of course, closed at the heel--they won't fit in a sandal.

Other than that, I highly recommend Taryn Rose shoes, Icon, Thierry Rabotin, Think, Birkenstocks, and in general any shoes that provide arch support and plenty of cushioning. However, you MUST start with a visit to your podiatrist--you won't regret it!

Oh, the orthotics themselves are rather expensive-- $350-$375--but they really did work, and they'll last a lifetime.

[swknight]

Originally Posted by shoesense

Hi there!
I initially started blogging about shoes because (wait for it) I developed plantar fasciitis!

YOU are a believer - try STRETCHRITE ($20) Ebay

My problem was developed because of not stretching properly after exercising--plus, I got very high arches.

Amen TWICE

Because of said high arches, I found that the most helpful shoes for me are those with arch support, of course.

Yep, me too - been there stuck there

However, the MOST helpful thing you can do is go to a podiatrist and have him/her measure you for orthotics custom made for your feet.

Did that years ago - expensive BUGGERS

Trust me, it's the best thing you can do for your feet. It took me over a year of wearing them, but now I'm almost cured. Mine are 3/4 size, so they can fit in any closed shoe--even pumps. The key is, of course, closed at the heel--they won't fit in a sandal.

Mine too! I feel like Kevin Costner in "Silverado!"


Other than that, I highly recommend Taryn Rose shoes, Icon, Thierry Rabotin, Think, Birkenstocks, and in general any shoes that provide arch support and plenty of cushioning.

The BIRKENSTOCKS good suggestion they do go higher at the toes.


However, you MUST start with a visit to your podiatrist--you won't regret it!

Oh, the orthotics themselves are rather expensive-- $350-$375--but they really did work, and they'll last a lifetime.

Notes above.

Take a look at the EARTH shoes - my problem is width - E plus.

They make the toes go up like the boots you buy for BED time - which curve the toes toward the ankle upward.

I.E.:
Plantar FXT, Each :: Foot Health :: Heel Pain/Achilles :: Night Splints :: FootSmart

I'll check out the rest. Thanks for posting - there are too many out there who do not stretch properly. That's the RUB - the pain is absolutely TERRIBLE.

[moyersshoesQuakertownPenn]

I think you're viewing this a little wrong. Don't say toes higher, just say better arch. With PF, the idea is to get the pressure off the heel by correctly supporting the arch. That's why Birks are great. Birks do make it hard, though, as they have nothing in the realm of really dressy, LOL...

Check out Birk blue footbed 3/4 for heeled or flat shoes. BEFORE you go the custom ortho route. You may find relief with that, for like a third of the price of customs.

Good luck

[jitterbugbaby]

Check out Birk blue footbed 3/4 for heeled or flat shoes. BEFORE you go the custom ortho route. You may find relief with that, for like a third of the price of customs.

As Shoeblog readers may know, I've got custom orthotics, as well, but since mine are full length, I also have a pair of the Birk 3/4 blue footbed inserts. They're not quite as successful as my custom orthotics, but they are a great alternative when there just isn't enough space in the shoe to put my orthotics. And it's true they really are a great deal less expensive if you can solve your problem that way.

Spenco also makes a wide range of orthotic inserts that you might want to check out. Also Aetrex.

[moyersshoesQuakertownPenn]

Are you more of a runner jitterbugbaby? i mean, if you usually wear sneaks to work or something let's say, then I understand the full-length ortho. Otherwise, can't your podiatrist make you a 3/4 himself? Just wondering. I know the nature of the problem, and/or foot pain, and/or shoe most often worn will dictate. Not to mention price, LOL

I understand your point about a less intense arch for the thread opener. I think Spenco's less good then Birk, also Aetrex. But for her, it could be great. Like you jitterbugbaby, I own the blue footbed, and I'm convinced it's TOTL (i think I'm trying to coin my own web acronym, LOL.) I'm just bummed about the state of Birkenstock corporate in general. How a family could mess up a great thing like that, I will never know!

[jitterbugbaby]

I'm not a runner, but because of the way my foot is shaped (my arch is actually quite long in total proportion to the length of my foot), the 3/4 insert won't really allow for the metatarsal support I need. So, full insert it is.