SimonJoshep Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 My father is a diabetic patient and his doctor suggested him to exercise daily specially jogging in park or any good relaxing environment. Recently my father diagnosed with plantar fasciitis problem and simple running shoes is creating pain while jogging. We asked for doctor, he recommended to buy orthopedic shoes for plantar fasciitis that have specially created for diabetic patients that have orthotic insoles with good cushioning support. I am looking for suggestions from where I can buy this type shoes or which one is good for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 (edited) why did this post twice? deleting one Edited February 12, 2018 by JFSinIL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 (edited) Did you already look for running shoes at a sporting goods store? They carry better models with more arch support than department or plain old mall shoe stores. A knowledgeable shoe salesperson can be very helpful. My P.F. only got better with rest, wearing a boot at night to keep the foot flexed correctly, and NOT being on my feet for a few months while it got better :-( I do not think any shoe will enable your dad to jog until the P.F. is resolved, alas (I would love to be proved wrong, I am just coming off my own experience with plantar f.) My running shoes (currently I am having success with Asics brand, probably misspelled that) run $100 or more. The model numbers run over 1000 - most stores like Kohls etc. only carry up to around model numbers in the 800s or lower - less support. Note this is model number, not price ;-). And - sporting goods stores can have last years models on sale - so I usually get my running shoes for less than $80. unfortunately the colors tend to be wild - oh well. I then get the $20 full sole high arch support inner soles and rip out the shoe liner and replace it (a lot of the arch support is built into the entire shoe - by replacing the inner sole you are just upping the amount of support). I get these at Amazon: Sof Sole Arch Full Length Comfort High Arch Shoe Insole for Men and Women. Note, too - with PF best to wear those running shoes with the extra arch support ALL THE TIME not just for jogging. No bare feet, no house-slippers (unless you get extra high arch insoles for them, too) etc. This is what I wore at night on my worse foot (otherwise I tend to point my toes while sleeping - most folks do - this is BAD for the P.F.) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Night Splint- Large (Colors May Vary) He may need to do lap swimming for exercise instead of jogging while his feet get better. When he does go back to jogging, and indoor track or outside on dirt or grass is easier on the feet than sidewalks or street. I know a young lady who used to do gymnastics and she had to have custom arch supports made, they were metal and she could move them from shoe to shoe. Insurance may cover something like that? Edited February 12, 2018 by JFSinIL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I know around here they have stores that specialize in this sort of thing. One is called The Good Feet Store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFSinIL Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I think, too, that you have two problems here - first is the diabetes. He was told to jog. Now he has Planar F-i can never spell this. This means do NOT jog for a while. Even with the best arch support now he has to give his feet a couple months to heal. Otherwise he could make the PF worse. Find him a lap pool. Swimming is easy on the feet - although in my case even walking barefoot from changing room to pool hurt :-( so then I was looking for orthopedic plastic/rubber pool shoes - also at sporting goods store. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 SAS is a brand specifically designed for diabetic/seniors. Not sure if they carry a running shoe, but the Propel line is what my folks buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I swear by Vionics for my p.f. but I not sure if they make men's shoes. I was once sidelined for two years with p.f. He is right to get his foot in a better position/properly supported NOW. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I think, too, that you have two problems here - first is the diabetes. He was told to jog. Now he has Planar F-i can never spell this. This means do NOT jog for a while. Even with the best arch support now he has to give his feet a couple months to heal. Otherwise he could make the PF worse. Find him a lap pool. Swimming is easy on the feet - although in my case even walking barefoot from changing room to pool hurt :-( so then I was looking for orthopedic plastic/rubber pool shoes - also at sporting goods store. I agree. I think jogging would be pretty terrible under the circumstances. Maybe try an exercise bike. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 Kuru They are only available online Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TechWife Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 A podiatrist can have custom insoles made for his shoes. They made all the difference for me with plantar facitis. They can be moved to many different shoes, depending on what he is wearing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vintage81 Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 I have Kuru's, and they've been great for my feet. They have different styles for running, walking, hiking, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Okra Posted February 12, 2018 Share Posted February 12, 2018 (edited) I would look at https://www.healthyfeetstore.com/ You can use the search feature to look for exactly the kind of shoe you are looking for. They have categories for plantar fasciitis, diabetes, arch support....etc. Try narrowing the search to find exactly what you are looking for. My son has serious foot and ankle problems, and we have started using this website for all of his shoe needs and have been happy. Edited February 12, 2018 by Okra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SimonJoshep Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 I would look at https://www.healthyfeetstore.com/ You can use the search feature to look for exactly the kind of shoe you are looking for. They have categories for plantar fasciitis, diabetes, arch support....etc. Try narrowing the search to find exactly what you are looking for. My son has serious foot and ankle problems, and we have started using this website for all of his shoe needs and have been happy. Yes its helpful I also found orthofeet.com for the shoes that I want and other suggestion are helpful as well but I guess I must visit a store with Father to buy orthopedic shoes so that salesperson can guide us more well rather then we just offer it online and don't get the product we actually want. Thanks to all for valuable suggestion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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