What is plantar fasciitis?

Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes and helps maintain the arch of the foot. This inflammation causes pain in the heel or arch of the foot, especially when getting up in the morning or after prolonged periods of rest.

What causes plantar fasciitis?

The main cause of plantar fasciitis is repeated stress on the plantar fascia due to:

• Activities such as running or standing for long periods.

• Poor form when walking or running.

• Inappropriate footwear.

• Flat feet or high arches.

What are the symptoms of plantar fasciitis?

Typical symptoms of plantar fasciitis include:

• Pain in the heel or arch of the foot, especially when getting up in the morning or after prolonged periods of rest.

What type of shoes should I wear if I have plantar fasciitis?

To relieve pain and prevent plantar fasciitis, it is important to choose the right footwear. Here I present some recommendations:

1. Cushioning in the heel

• Choose shoes that have good cushioning in the heel to absorb the impact when walking. This can help reduce pressure and irritation in the area affected by plantar fasciitis.

• Tip: Look for shoes with an insole that provides adequate cushioning, which is determined by the thickness and density of the material.

2. Thick and flexible sole

• Opt for shoes with thick, flexible soles that provide good shock absorption and allow natural movement of the foot. Flexible soles help prevent excessive stress on the plantar fascia.

• Tip: Avoid leather soles. And height of lasts with a break of no more than 3 cm.

3. Wide toe

• Look for shoes with a wide toe box that allows your toes to move freely. This helps prevent compression of the toes and reduces pressure on the forefoot.

• Tip: Avoid pointed soles.

4. Orthopedic insoles

• Consider using orthotics or inserts designed specifically for plantar fasciitis. These can provide additional support and help correct the biomechanics of the foot to reduce pain.

• Tip: Visit a podiatrist to recommend the appropriate insoles for your case.

5. Breathable material

• Opt for shoes with breathable material that will keep your feet cool and dry, especially if you experience excessive foot sweating.

• Tip: Choose quality leathers and linings made of breathable, antibacterial and highly drying material.

6. Proper fit

• It is important that the footwear fits correctly to the width of the feet and is neither too tight nor too loose. A shoe that is too tight can increase pressure on the plantar fascia, while a shoe that is too loose will not provide adequate support.

• Tip: There should be a width sizing, 4 widths for each size, this would solve many problems. At Starlei we adjust our footwear to the width of the foot and ankle.

*Remember that choosing the right footwear is only part of the treatment for plantar fasciitis. It is important to follow the recommendations of your doctor or podiatrist to relieve pain and prevent plantar fasciitis from recurring.

Why choose STARLEI?

Our personalized espadrilles for plantar fasciitis are characterized by:

1. Support and cushioning

• We help you choose the best thick sole for better absorption of impact when walking and allow natural movement of the foot, which reduces pressure in the area affected by plantar fasciitis.

• All our footwear has an extra padding in the sole for better cushioning that helps distribute weight evenly and reduce foot fatigue.

2. Ergonomic design

• The Starlei designer helps you choose the best design with a wide toe , for Let your toes move freely and not feel compressed.

• At Starlei we adjust our designs to the size of your feet, so our footwear adapts to the shape of your foot without causing discomfort or chafing.

3. Breathable materials

• Patricia will recommend the softest leather materials , so that your feet can breathe and thus avoid excessive sweating, which can worsen the pain of plantar fasciitis.

• The lining and insole that we use at Starlei is breathable, antibacterial and highly drying, in addition, it is easy to clean, it does not leave marks on the insole due to use, it is easily cleaned with a cloth moistened with water. Your feet will always be fresh and dry.

4. Customizable layouts

• We are the only brand of espadrilles where you can customize height, color, materials, decorations, design.

• We have our own workshop, where we make unique and personalized footwear to adapt to your needs and style. AND 100% MADE IN SPAIN.

5. Adjustment to the width of the foot and/or ankle

• At Starlei we adjust our footwear to the width of the foot and/or ankle and at no additional cost.

• We believe that manufacturing various widths for each length would solve the frequent deformations of the toes caused by the use of inappropriate footwear (narrow, medium, wide and extra wide).

Additionally, at STARLEI:

• We offer exceptional customer service.

• We guarantee the quality of our products, since they are all manufactured in our own workshop located in Almería with our own artisanal manufacturing and traditional hand-sewing system.

• We ship worldwide.

All customization orders are managed by designer Patricia Rosales via WhatsApp. If you live in Almería, you can visit us at the workshop by appointment. Patricia will advise you and help you design the perfect Starlei for you.

At STARLEI, we believe that everyone deserves to enjoy comfortable and stylish footwear, regardless of the condition of their feet.