13 Best Insoles for Plantar Fasciitis in 2024

The pain from plantar fasciitis, which usually feels like a throbbing sensation in your heel, can make you want to burn all your pinchy, stabby shoes and commit to a life of exclusively shopping at orthopedic specialty stores (by the way, we have lots of suggestions that are cute and supportive). But if a full footwear overhaul isn’t in the cards, a simple insert is a great alternative that can also help your feet feel better.

The best insoles for plantar fasciitis are rigid and sturdy, with deep heel cup and a shape that matches the arch of your foot, Paulina Piekarska, DPM, a foot and ankle specialist and surgeon at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Hartford, Connecticut, tells SELF. They can help alleviate some of the discomfort caused by irritated or inflamed tissue on the sole of the foot—and they can give new life to the less-than-supportive shoes that have been gathering dust in the back of your closet. We asked podiatrists how to find the best insoles for plantar fasciitis and which ones are worth a try—find our favorites below.

Our top picks

1. Best Overall: Powerstep Pinnacle Insoles
2. Best Budget: Dr. Scholl’s Plantar Fasciitis Sized to Fit Pain Relief Insoles
3. Best for Flat Feet: Walk Hero Comfort and Support Plantar Fasciitis Feet Insoles
4. Best Heel Cup: Armstrong Amerika Gel Heel Cups Plantar Fasciitis Inserts
5. Best for High Arches: Superfeet Green Professional-Grade Orthotic Inserts
6. Best for Running Shoes: Fulton The Athletic Insole

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