Natural Ways to Treat Plantar Fasciitis | Dr. Josh Axe

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Plantar Fasciitis plagues many people, especially runners, but it doesn't have to. There are some simple things you can do to prevent and get rid of plantar fasciitis forever.
4 Secrets to treating Plantar Fasciitis naturally:
1. Deep tissue work on the affected area
-You can get a professional massage or simply use a tennis ball, baseball, or rolling pin under the foot to deeply massage and stretch the tendon.
-The deep-tissue massage will help break up the scar tissue and relax the muscle.
-Do this massage 2-3 times per day for about 2-5 minutes.
2. Stretching
-Find a set of stairs to lean against and deeply stretch the plantar tendon.
3. Nutrition and Supplements
-Certain nutrients can help relax tendons:
a. Magnesium: the #1 nutrient for healing plantar fasciitis
-Recommended Dosage: 500 mg/day (before bed)
b. Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): helps to relax the muscle and heal the plantar tendon
c. Fish Oil: great source of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids
d. Vitamin C: helps with the absorption of Vitamin B5
-Consume an anti-inflammatory diet, like my Healing Foods Diet: draxe.com/healing-diet/
4. Strengthening the muscles of the feet
-One of the main causes of plantar fasciitis is wearing the wrong type of shoes, which causes the muscles in the feet to weaken.
-Walking barefoot or wearing barefoot shoes (such as Vibrams) helps strengthen the tendons, calf muscle, arches, and muscles in the feet. Ease your way into wearing barefoot shoes.
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Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS, is a doctor of chiropractic, certified doctor of natural medicine and clinical nutritionist with a passion to help people eat healthy and live a healthy lifestyle.
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[@whitecloudgroovin2005]

I had serious foot pain due to Plantar fasciitis, it wrecked my life for almost 3 years. I couldn't play golf, exercise , walk at my job, and play disc golf. It was so bad I couldn't do anything anymore. This and a couple other youtube videos showed me the correct method to cure my problem. IT WORKED! I felt relief after the first couple of days, after 3 weeks my foot pain went away for good! I now leed the same active life I once had. THANK YOU and God Bless. It changed my life.

[@paucansino2792]

wow! I suffered almost 5 months i try this also work for me I wish it will last

[@redu8526]

So what did u do i had Heel Spur

[@hameedjaasim1068]

What are the stretches u did, I suffered of eight years reply

[@LuisHernandez-hw7dj]

What are the other videos that helped?

[@sidrahamid]

Other videos links please

[@MikeBiddle]

This worked for me, I waited over a year to make sure before posting this. Thank you doctor!

[@leremygan]

wow.... so it take over a year to get this fixed?

[@JakeMcGarryDrums]

@@leremygan sometimes it takes longer, have to just stay at it

[@victorvalladares571]

Ok people I had been suffering from Plantar Fasciitis and I tried just about everything. Here is how I cured myself by luck. I joined a gym and started swimming. After my swim I ran in the pool as a way to get a little more exercise. When I got out of the pool I noticed that my foot was no longer hurting. I now swim and run I the pool 4 days a week and I have zero pain. I can even walk barefoot with no pain. Another exercise that I've noticed do the same is jumping rope. I'm in great shape now and no foot pain. I thought I would share. Good luck

[@labenef15]

thank you for sharing. I used to swim a lot but with the current pandemic it's been difficult; and since I stopped swimming, I actually developed the plantar fasciitis. That's how I discovered that I need to find a way to gett healed. I am actually starting to jump rope and this advice is definitely something I need. thank you so much for sharing.

[@stellaessilfie-dughan4873]

I have this same problem and I want to try jumping rope,do you do that with shoes or barefoot?

[@Cyndimarino]

@@stellaessilfie-dughan4873 I'm learning that the issue is tight calves that are causing plantar fasciitis. For years doctors like this have given the wrong advice. Loosen and stretch your calves every day and the foot pain will go away.

[@isatubangura6167]

@@Cyndimarino depends on how you are structured or built or how far gone your plants fascia is. For me the strain doesn’t come from my calves. I thought stretching my calves will work. It was actually foam rolling for my hips and quads that gives me relief then stretching. So I believe everything works but not for everyone. This also helped for a while too

[@mescobar8801]

If you don’t mind me asking how does jumP rope help :) I have one so I want to know how. Is it the way your feet must be when jumping ? Or please help?

[@MooMooMath]

Thanks for the video. If you have had plantar fasciitis you know how frustrating it can be. I cured mine by stretching my hamstrings, changing to ECCO dress shoes, and trying new running shoes until I found a pair that minimized the pain. The entire process took about a year. If you currently have PF the good news is that it can be cured, but you have to be persistent.

[@comanche1313]

I had to come back and tell you that I have had this pain for a couple of years now. I had insoles mad at the foot doctor. It worked great for a while and started hurting again. We were talking about surgery to fix it. I saw your video and the shoes you talked about. I bought a pair of those shoes and I am pleased to say I am no longer in Pain!!!

[@karenhorton148]

Awesome!!! The Merrill’s???

[@dorethajohnson4830]

What shoes did you buy and where did you get them from

[@papercandles]

I did the stretches and massage shown in this video, and took magnesium along with vitamin C. I am convinced that this is what cured my plantar fasciitis. A huge thank you to Dr Josh Axe!

[@drjoshaxe]

papercandles Great! I'm so glad these recommendations helped you! Thanks for sharing your success story!

[@sharminnahar623]

Thanks for your nice advice. I also found a nice foot treatment program called "Knewreck Foot Treater Guide" - search google if you want. Thanks

[@moosedrummer1]

He didn’t mention vitamin C. He said b5. What does the vitamin C help with?

[@karenhorton148]

HOTSAUCE Vitamin C helps with the absorption of Magnesium

[@natalie306642]

@@moosedrummer1 Yes he did

[@EverydayGworl]

TJ Maxx has a sort of "rolling pin" specifically for your feet though. you can find it in the sports section and in the facial/body care section. it kinda looks like a large plastic hour glass type of deal. it's really affordable about $6-$8 and you can put it in the freezer if you want. hope this helps 😀

[@michaelwall4022]

No matter what I search for Dr. Axe, you have some information on it, and it's usually spot on. Thanks for all you do.

[@hollyheat1]

THANK YOU so much for this video. It literally changed my life. I have suffered from plantar fasciitis for about 18 months. Very badly in my right foot after I suffered an injury and I developed it in my left foot likely from over compensating for my right foot. Every morning and late at night was agony. The only relief I got was in high heels which only further complicates the issue. I went to a podiatrist and had both injections as well as electrical treatments to stimulate. All I ever got from it was temporary relief and an empty wallet. I found your video and as a last ditch effort before having surgery; I tried it. It completely cured me. Mind you, it didn’t take a week. My left foot took about 2.5 weeks and the right foot about 8 weeks. But it’s completely gone and I am so happy to be active again. I’ve lost 26 pounds because I can exercise again and just recently my husband and I were able to run all over Disneyland and California Adventure for two days with absolutely no residual pain. I cannot thank you enough.

[@angiesnipes7443]

Hu? Is this real? Or a hoax

[@Kate-vj4yi]

AMAZING RESULTS! Yesterday afternoon, I literally couldn't walk. Today, I'm thinking I might go for a run! All thanks to the great advice offered here. I did the deep massage as Dr. Axe recommends with the rolling pin, and the deep stretch on the stairs, and magnesium at bedtime. I did add the "runner's calf stretch" against the wall, and I iced, and took a little ibuprofen. I did the same routine this AM, and I can't believe how much better I am. I highly recommend this routine and much thanks to Dr. Axe. I'm so lucky to have found this KZbin.

[@margieseibel3806]

I am so thankful for this video. I followed his instructions to a tee. It works. Especially the deep foot massage with the rolling pin. Yes, it's quite sore at the beginning. I urge you to continue. I haven't had this much relief in a year and a half. Thank you Dr!

[@conrad7771]

have suffered immense muscle pain in my body since i was 14 years of age,i am now 55. Had to give up sport in my early 20s due to the muscle pain and just got so tired of the pain in my feet and legs. You are the first person that has mentioned nutrition to help in this condition,thankyou so much i will try the new diet. Cannot understand why i have had to suffer for so long without at least someone mentioning dietry assistance before i found you.

[@HongNguyen-my5oq]

Thanks you doctor. That rolling pin technique work magic on my foot pain.

[@trywait1979]

thank you for the tips. ive been in the military for 8 years and never had any issues until recently. All those ruck marches and lots of running finaly caught up with me. I will utilize your tips and give an update in 30 days.

[@jampijampe9531]

Did you get better in one week?

[@trywait1979]

Actually I have been feeling better. Less pain in the mornings. Its still there pain wise but I feel less of it throughout the day. I got my fingers crossed because its working so far and i really dont want to get carried away and cause further injury.

[@jampijampe9531]

Good luck, hope you heal fully soon. I realized that i have it too few days ago, but at least i only feel it on my muay thai trainings. But i think im getting better too.

[@fuberlin1]

Hey, man. How is it going? Any improvements? I hope it has worked for you :)

[@jampijampe9531]

fuberlin1 If you asked me, not really. It is still hurts sometimes, and I have to walk differently than normal. But it got better since it's start.

[@susanbrennan1159]

After 2 years of suffering chronic pain I have finally found some relief ...thank you so much Dr Josh Axe....you are a star 👍

[@christopherschwan]

Dr. Axe, after suffering from PF for that past 4 years (caused by multiple combat tours) I started researching cures only to find that there are several treatment options that doctors and sufferers teach. After gathering information from dozens of websites and blogs, there seems to be a consensus of what is most beneficial for treating PF: deep tissue massage (I used a golf ball); nutrition with anti inflammatory properties; stretching the plantar fascia, Achilles tendon, calfs and hamstrings; strengthening the foot muscles, tendons, and ligaments by PROGRESSIVELY walking barefoot. It took only about 7 to 10 days for all my symptoms to go away and now after a month of rehab, I started running (barefoot). If I had any doubt in my mind, your video reassured me that what I learned was in fact correct information. Will your advice work for everyone like some magic pill for PF? Probably not because they have to figure out what is causing their PF in the first place or it will only recur no matter how much rehab is accomplished. for an example, if someone is overweight which is causing their PF, most likely no amount of barefoot walking will help this individual because being overweight not only places excessive pressure on the weak foot and plantar fascia, but also causes abnormal gaits which also exacerbates PF. based on other ideas and philosophies about treating PF that I found on the web, your advice is very effective for most people suffering from PF - not to say everyone will benefit from it. So, for all you nay sayers that thinks this doctor is providing a quacky cure from PF think again because I have read a lot of testimonials from people who followed a similar program such as this one Dr. Axe speaks about. "Don't knock it until you try it" and if you have little or no success then something else is causing your PF other than poor fitting shoes... By the way, I posted on facebook that I was going to treat my PF by going barefoot and everyone started freaking out... I found it interesting that after a long debate spanning several days, the majority admitted that their heel pain was less painful when walking barefoot... they are now all ears!!!! Good work Doc

[@GachiCool]

In India we mostly walk bare foot at home as we feel all the nerves at foot are connected to enitire body parts.

[@andrewmartin8978]

Hi Dr. Axe, I wanted to share that my planter fasciitis was caused by ill-fitting shoes (as you said). Once I bought orthopedic shoes, it literally disappeared. I was terrified when I developed planter fasciitis because I was only 32 years old and LOVE to run. Anyway, thanks for your tips!

[@jehovahlinem.bantolio778]

thank you so much doc for this information im glad I watched your video. I’m suffering this for more than 4 months and it’s really painful every time I walk 😢😢😢 just like I’m a limp huhuhu many people tend to ask and sometimes laugh at me. this would be a great help for me 😀 thank you thank you 🙏

[@drjoshaxe]

Plantar Fasciitis plagues many people, especially runners, but it doesn't have to. There are some simple things you can do to prevent and cure plantar fasciitis forever. #healthyliving #wednesdaywisdom

[@chaudharyshaivya1339]

***** Hi I like this video, particularly your ideas in the second half for how to cure healwell plantar fasciitis night splint. If you want to know more google it Knewreck foot treater guide.

[@azmirchaya2572]

***** A product I also found helpfull for heel and arch pain is knewreck foot treater guide - search google if you want

[@microtuber340]

Kudos for the video content! Apologies for the intrusion, I am interested in your initial thoughts. Have you considered - Mackorny Feet Ahead Blueprint (search on google)? Ive heard some great things about it and my GF finally said ta ta to the frustrating Plantar Fasciitis stress with it.

[@mirazulislam320]

***** Excellent video content! Sorry for chiming in, I would appreciate your thoughts. Have you heard about - Mackorny Feet Ahead Blueprint (google it)? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my buddy at very last Got rid of the annoying Plantar Fasciitis issue with it.

[@vivashkarki1216]

***** Thanks for the Video! Excuse me for chiming in, I would appreciate your initial thoughts. Have you thought about - Mackorny Feet Ahead Blueprint (search on google)? Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my buddy after many years removed the uncontrollable Plantar Fasciitis problem with it.

[@iyaadura9588]

You're a life safer, I watched this video earlier this week, I used rolling pin for couple of days and I feel much better. God bless you man.

[@dawnhilliard1954]

I had pain for about three weeks. After praying about the pain, I watched your video and did some of the exercises. Noticeable improvement after only one day! It has been about a week and I only have a bit of tightness. #grateful

[@breefrancis844]

O.o I ppl

[@catherine7890]

I've had plantar faciitis for nearly a year. I have seen a massage therapist which did help a lot but it came back. I saw a podiatrist for orthotics and treatment. Again this did not help much. I always felt that the problem was coming from my back so I have recently seen an osteopath. The osteopath adjusted my hip, my plantar fasciitis is now almost gone and I am feeling the best I have felt in almost a year. I think there may be multiple causes for plantar fasciitis, my advice would be to look further up the leg or even your back or hips. Thanks for a great video.

[@pgndve]

DR. Axe! THANK YOU SO MUCH for posting this!!! I did this and pretty much in less than 2 weeks my symptoms improve by 85% and in 3 weeks its almost all gone!!!!!!! I'll be sharing this with others!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU!!

[@andygreek3723]

I am 80% better in a week. Had this for 6 months. Thanks so much.

[@my3boysleiter]

Thank you for this info. I had it in my right foot from 2 heel spurs about 2 yrs ago, I did stretching and deep tissue massage for it and it took about 3 months and a 45 lb weight loss to relieve it. This time, I currently have it in my left foot due to 2 spurs again and a large weight gain (nursing school stress), one points into the plantar fascia and the other is hitting the Achilles tendon. I'm a nurse now and I'm on my feet all the time (I am also a licensed massage therapist which is what I was doing for work when my right acted up so I could rest more) and it's hard to get relief. I had the shot in my left heel last week and it did NOTHING. I wish I could walk barefoot at work but it would kill my back and it's kind of gross. Barefoot is the most comfortable. The deep tissue is helping and my PT showed me some lacing techniques for my shoes while at work and that has made a big difference. I will try the nutritional aspect now. I'm currently losing the weight I gained and I know that will also help. Thanks for taking the time to make this.

[@MeMe-dw1sm]

Jesus Christ stop eating!

[@kj3d812]

@@MeMe-dw1sm

[@Sharonb777]

Thank you.. instead of the rolling pin I've been using my 5lb hand weight. I'm so done with this condition ! Of crippling pain!

[@Spright91]

That deep tissue rolling worked a charm for me. Thanks you tube videos are rarely as helpful as this was

[@erikalee8940]

Spright Mir n

[@roblovegreen]

I suffered with plantar fasciitis for months and tried all the therapies. They helped but I still had heel pain. Then It went away five days after going gluten free. A Google search revealed tons of stories about PF going away after starting a gluten free diet. I am staying gluten free now and hope that it resolves some other health issues. Blessings -Rob

[@singer838]

Awesome advice ! Thank you so much. Suffered for years listening to top Podiatrist's advice that only made him money building orthotics. I kept asking for tendon repairing foods or supplements to help it heal but was advised to take tylenol . I went on holiday, couldn't stand walking around in shoes so I went barefoot on the sand. Upon returning saw a good chiropractor who aligned the bones in my foot. Now if I have a flare-up from over use I know the drill. 1. Rest it/ elevate. 2. Chiro visit. 3. Massage and stretching. 4. be patient, stay off concrete surfaces and walk only in my 5 Fingers shoes !

[@drjoshaxe]

That's great singer838!

[@pugsrule0408]

I am definitely going to try this. I have been suffering for about a year. Went to the podiatrist and ended up with a steroid shot in each heel. I have a very high tolerance for pain, these shots almost made me jump out of my skin!! They helped for awhile but I'm hurting worse than before. I've purchased a couple pair of shoes (sandals) that have helped but only if I'm wearing them. Thanks for this simple information!

[@drjoshaxe]

You're welcome pugsrule0408!

[@drjoshaxe]

Plantar Fasciitis plagues many people, especially runners, but it doesn't have to. There are some simple things you can do to prevent and cure plantar fasciitis forever. #tiptuesday

[@brokenhearted316]

I haw such pain and been to 3 doctors and still in a lot of pain so I am going to try your way SO I hope it works

[@drjoshaxe]

Joe Mangano Hopefully these tips will be helpful for you!

[@brokenhearted316]

***** Me too my brother Me too

[@hanololo2001]

interesting points ,if anyone else needs to find out about treat foot pain try Cranstirk Stop Pain Channel (do a search on google ) ? Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my co-worker got amazing results with it.

[@malrosable]

hey ,if anyone else is searching for how to cure foot pain at home try Cranstirk Stop Pain Channel ( search on google ) ? Ive heard some interesting things about it and my partner got great results with it.

[@mikejohnson-hu6nk]

WOW..A lot of these comments are touchy feely stuff. The Dr never said all his methods were a cure all. He's just giving those of us who cannot afford to see a specialist helpful tips. And Dr, your tips helped me a lot..THANKS!!

[@hannahrichards9050]

I've been suffering these symptoms for nearly 3 months. so painful. I don't drive so I'm on my feet all the time. I will try these tips thank you.

[@vminhope3040]

Hannah Richards Me too, It was probably some bad shoes I wore because it had started then and then I started working 2 jobs a day and within a month I was in so much pain.

[@kendoo9]

This worked for me, I play competitive football and got plantar fasciitis last week and struggled at training/matches for two days. Then I watched this and I did the steps in the video and my heal became virtually pain free in 5 days and 10 days on I can play matches fully again . Let's hope I can heal my Achilles in the same way.

[@bogdanzlatojevic6014]

Dr. Josh you did right thing with this instrunction. Very simple and effectivly explaind!

[@drjoshaxe]

Bogdan Zlatojevic Thank for your support! I'm glad this video was helpful to you.

[@rifayatrony1011]

Bogdan Zlatojevic hello this video is helpful to know corbandy feet pain crusher .your content have to search google for it .You have to search phrase: treatment for plantar fasciitis

[@weekendwarrior4980]

Here's another good resource by a PT. www.amazon.com/The-5-Minute-Plantar-Fasciitis-Solution/dp/1457539268/ref=pd_sim_14_4?ie=UTF8&dpID=41T1Oz5a4dL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR120%2C160_&refRID=0P1NZB61MJQSGZQSVTE1

[@ljupcedonev4118]

+Bogdan Zlatojevic Not certain about the points made but ,if anyone else wants to learn about how to cure foot pain at home try Vaxicorn Treat Feet Guide ( search on google ) ? Ive heard some great things about it and my brother in law got excellent success with it.

[@vinishar5063]

hi everyone ,if anyone else needs to find out about cure plantar fasciitis try Corbandy Feet Pain Crusher ( search on google ) ? Ive heard some extraordinary things about it and my mate got amazing success with it.

[@plantarfasciitiscare8168]

I can confirm that most of the advice in this video works. I've been using a rolling pin for exercise for several years now and it really does help.

[@smilncynic]

Magnesium seems to be working for me. Thanks Dr. Axe!

[@Candis_Briggs70]

My husband also suffered for nearly a year with this ailment. He said it felt like he was walking on razor blades first thing in the morning. I performed all the typical massage and manipulations that typically are suggested, but none provided any relief. I started scouring the Internet for more ideas and thoughts. I came across a video by Correct Toes that dicusses the issue being more about the tissue dieing rather than being inflamed, a faciosis rather than faciaitis. It was suggested that it was due to shoes that raise the toes upward in a flexed position as well as squishing the toes into an unnatural point as is the shape of many of today's shoes. The suggestion was two part, first to spread the toes apart and second to bend the foot back towards the heel in a plantar flexion. This allows the blood to flow into the plantar facia tendon and really the whole foot. I began doing this treatment on my husband's a flicked foot and the results were nearly immediate. We purchased the correct toes device which is placed in between each of the toes to keep them apart. We have since purchased Lems shoes as they are a minimalist shoe that look like dress shoes. I love Dr. Axe and I agree with the things he has mentioned above but if this addition can help others then I wanted to share. My husband has been pain free for almost a year now!

[@RogerMHowes]

Great video! This exercise works for me: 1-Stand facing a wall and place your hands on the wall at eye level. 2-Put one leg backwards, keeping the front knee bent. Ensure both feet remain flat on the floor. 3-Lean forwards, allowing the front knee to bend until a gentle stretch is felt in the rear leg behind the knee. 4-Hold for thirty seconds, then repeat with the other leg. 5-Rest for thirty seconds, then repeat 3-5 times.

[@RogerMHowes]

source: happyfeet4ever.com/plantar-fasciitis-exercises/

[@georgepearson5393]

This works for me: ===>> *plantarfasciitiscure.gethow.info*

[@outoftime788]

no that makes it wors

[@henrikandersson3072]

I got pain in that area of the foot after running too much coming back from a 5 month long injury. Found this video on the third day and started with the exercises immediately. One week later I no longer experience any pain. I didn´t have too much pain to begin with, and I don´t know where I would have been if I would have not have followed Dr. Axe's advice. But I know that I am 99% better today.

[@drjoshaxe]

Henrik Andersson Great! Thanks for sharing your success story! I'm so glad these recommendations were helpful to you!

[@katykgala]

I know many of my clients suffer from this. These are great tips and will help so many people that have this issue. Thank you for taking the time out to share your secret tips!

[@drthomasbaby3890]

Very good remedy. I,ve been suffering from it for past 7 weeks. I got it suddenly while I was jogging. Instead of rolling pin I used hot water filled 500 ml glass bolltle. it was very effective. Thank you so much

[@timmi59]

Good video. Short, clear, concise. Thanks, Doc. I'll try these things immediately.

[@DavidOMart]

This has helped me thank you. I think it's more treatment than "cure" but the approach is useful. I use a golf ball for rolling, I tape my foot if pain is bad or I'm going for a run, and I bought some support socks from Amazon to wear around the house part of the day as well.

[@lolosecrease]

Thanks for sharing! What kind of magnesium derivative do you recommend (i.e. citrate, glycinate, etc.)?

[@punkynoodle9370]

Glycinate for sure.

[@noahschmartz2354]

Great video thanks, in addition to all the ideas mentioned I found filling a 500 mil soda/water bottle with warm water was a big help to me getting started with the roller exercise as my soles were excessively sore in the beginning and the bit of give in the water absorbed some of the impact, good luck all ,

[@rainsgirl1889]

My podiatrist told me not to even stand in the shower without something under my arch. (So I step on a half pool noodle in the shower.) He told me no more walking in bare feet, socks, or slippers - ever again. Everything must have arch support.

[@CopingwithGrattitude]

Me too. This goes against standard medical practice.

[@VikingMale]

Weak and tight tibialus anterior.

[@jeanettewooden8150]

This really works! Have had plantar fasciitis very mildly in one foot for ages, but have had it very badly in the other foot for about a week (I have a lumbar scoliosis, so I think I don't walk evenly, which gets worse as I get older) Have been in agony, started these exercises etc 2 days ago and I can walk without pain! It hasn't completely gone yet, but is much relieved. Thank you.

[@Atomischangel]

Thank you so much! It has helped me a lot since I begun to practice all the tips =D.

[@drjoshaxe]

Atomischangel Great! I'm glad these tips were helpful to you.

[@Calisandsurfgirl]

Vibrams are what caused my plantar fasciitis as it did for all the people involved in the class action lawsuit. Read the articles from podiatrists who have seen huge increases in plantar fasciitis from barefoot shoes. I bought into the hype. I love to go barefoot at home and have done for years. The philosophy made total sense to me. I never had a problem with my feet in my life until I tried Vibrams. Now I am still trying to heal the damage 8 months later and one of the things that provides relief is... you guessed it... a structured shoe. Now after being injured by Vibrams there are days I can barely even walk. I can pinpoint the exact workout I did that damaged my feet in those shoes. I used to go barefoot all the time at home and because of barefoot shoes I can no longer do that. Neither can all the people who have sued Vibram for the damage. All the other advice is good, but the shoe recommendation could be harmful to people. Read the articles from people who did have success with Vibrams until over time the microdamage made it impossible for them to train anymore. Please don't recommend Vibrams like this. They will not work for everyone and they can cause serious lasting damage to the foot if they don't work for a person. If I had ANY clue at all I never would have tried those shoes. A huge regret for me.