Frequently Asked Questions
MyFootShop Heel Lifts For Plantar Fasciitis
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FAQ's 1 thru 3 shown of 3 total frequently asked questions about MyFootShop Heel Lifts For Plantar Fasciitis.
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I read your knowledge base article on plantar fasciitis and now realize that treating plantar fasciitis is best accomplished by raising the heel. So I'm supposing that these lifts are hard? How hard are they?
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We have found that 40 durometers (US scale) is sufficient to act as a lift for most patient up to 300 lbs. Yes, 40 durometers can feel hard at first. But remember, lifts and cushions are two very different things. To treat plantar fasciitis, you need a lift that will act to raise the heel and weaken the calf. If you would like to place a heel cushion over the lift, that's acceptable. Alternatively, lift the inner sole of the shoe up and place the lift under the inner sole.
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I noticed that these lifts are one size fits all. I have a small foot. Can I trim the lift to fit my shoe?
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Yes- these heel lifts are easily trimmed. Because they are made of natural cork, you can use either a utility knife or scissors to trim up the edge areas to better fit in your shoes.
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If I am only having difficulty with my left heel, is it necessary that I wear a heel lift in my right shoe as well?
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We always advise wearing both heel lifts, since they are 1/4" thick. If you only wear one of them, this can throw off your alignment from your hips and could give you back, hip and leg pain. It would be like wearing one flat shoe, and one heeled shoe.
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