The 9 Best Sandals for Plantar Fasciitis, Tested and Reviewed

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When you suffer from plantar fasciitis, your footwear needs to be supportive—even your sandals, says William Spielfogel, DPM, of Hamilton Foot and Ankle Associates in New York. One of the best ways to treat foot pain from plantar fasciitis is by protecting your feet with proper shoes, according to Sean Peden, MD, foot and ankle surgeon at Yale Medicine Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation. Doing so can help lessen the pain of plantar fasciitis so you can walk comfortably for longer periods of time.

To find the best sandals for plantar fasciitis, our editors put 45 options to work in the Verywell Testing Lab and at home, taking special note of each product’s fit, comfort, breathability, support, and value. A podiatrist from our Medical Expert Board reviewed the contents of this article for medical accuracy surrounding plantar fasciitis and how to evaluate features like arch support and sturdy construction in shoes for plantar fasciitis.

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Features to Look for in Sandals for Plantar Fasciitis

• Arch Support: Overpronation and posterior tibial tendon dysfunction can cause or worsen flat feet, and people with flat feet are prone to developing plantar fasciitis. Proper arch support shapes the movement of your feet as you walk, allowing you to walk properly. It can also help shape the insole of your feet into an optimal curvature that’s not too flat or too high.
• Slight Heel: Experts recommend that you look for a sandal with a slight heel or wedge to relieve fasciitis symptoms. This doesn’t mean that everyone should be walking around in high heels, but that the heel of your shoe should be raised at least a small amount above the rest of your foot. Susan Eby, MS, PT, founder of Eby Physical Therapy in New York City, advises wearing sandals with a minimum heel drop of 4 millimeters to ease tension on the plantar fascia.
• Heel Strap: Sandals without heel straps can cause your fascia to tighten, which can contribute to plantar fasciitis. Having a strap will help your toes better grip the shoe without being overworked.
• Thick, Contoured Footbed: Eby says a cushioned, contoured footbed will keep your foot solidly on the insole, prevent slipping and excessive pronation, and stabilize your foot in the most natural position for you. Additionally, any well-contoured footbed should come with a defined heel cup, an inset for your heel to fit snugly within, which helps stabilize and cushion your heel.

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