Product Reviews

Pro-Tec Athletics Soft Splint

Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue (the plantar fascia) that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes.Plantar fasciitis commonly causes stabbing pain that usually occurs with your first steps in the morning. As you get up and move, the pain normally decreases, but it might return after long periods of standing or when you stand up after sitting. Plantar fasciitis is more common in runners. People who are overweight and those who wear shoes with inadequate support also have an increased risk of plantar fasciitis.

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Your physical therapist or doctor might recommend that you wear a splint that keeps you in a dorsiflexed position and stretches your calf and the arch of your foot while you sleep. This holds the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon in a lengthened position overnight to promote stretching. The Pro-Tec Athletics Soft Splint is an excellent example of a soft splint to use during sleep or relaxation to gently stretch the plantar fascia and provide much-needed relief.

This soft splint combines the benefits of a compression sock with the stability of a traditional night splint, supports your foot and toes in a comfortable dorsiflexed position, and has a breathable compression sock to further relieve pain in the calf and achilles tendon area.

There are a number of similar devices available but we prefer the Pro-Tec Athletics soft splint: it’s comfortable , easy to clean, and affordable.

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Mizuno Wave Inspire 16

The Wave Inspire 16 running shoe gives you an unbelievably quick and stable ride. Impact-absorbing midsole and SmoothRide Support Wave technology bring an ideal balance of cushion and lightness to every step, along with a smooth transition. An all-new upper features engineered mesh for a soft, breathable fit, with internal toe cap for a sleeker look-and-feel. Take your daily runs to the next level with the ultimate in performance and comfort.

  • Mizuno Wave®: The Mizuno Wave® plate disperses energy from impact to a broader area providing a stable platform and a superior cushioning.
  • Dynamotion Fit: Dynamotion Fit Technology relieves the stress the foot naturally places on footwear – eliminating distortion for the perfect fit.
  • Premium Sockliner
  • U4ic Midsole: Delivers optimal shock reduction, durability, and a superior ride.  Innovatively light, well cushioned, responsive, and resilient.
  • U4icX Midsole: A lighter, more cushioned iteration of U4ic, delivering a softer underfoot feeling for a smooth transition. Found in the Wave Enigma, Wave Inspire, Wave Rider, and Wave Prophecy.
  • SmoothRide: Creates a smooth transition from heel to toe on every step.
  • INTERCOOL: Cool and dry. Offers great breathability. Ventilation system reduces heat and humidity build-up inside the shoe during performance.
  • X10 Outsole: Durable carbon rubber that allows for longer wear.
  • Weight: 10.1 oz (men’s) , 8.5 oz (women’s)
  • Drop: 12 mm

Cadence Low Volume Insole

The Low Volume insole provides durable semi-rigid support, high rebound shock absorbing foam with enhanced comfort in the heel and is more accommodating for lower volume shoes or those that prefer a thinner orthotic. 

The Low Volume is 5mm thick from heel to toe, has a wider forefoot and a narrower midfoot and heel when compared to the Orange model.

The Low Volume helps alleviate and prevent common injuries such as plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, shin splints, iliotibial band syndrome, achilles tendonitis and other conditions of the foot, knee, and hip.

The wider forefoot better accommodates footwear with a wider toe box – Combat boots, Altra, Merrell Barefoot Running models and Keen boots and shoes work well with this model. 

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