First I have received no payment or product for this review. I don't usually leave reviews but feel I need to for this product as I can walk normally again. I've never had foot problems prior to this but walked 11+ miles one day around the city as I was supporting a family member running the Philly marathon. Shortly after that day my pain started.
I started having significant heel pain (plantar fasciitis) and it wasn't getting any better. I am on my feet a good amount during the day and also walk a couple of miles each day easy. The pain was getting to the point that I could not walk normally and something needed to be done. I ordered the insole PF arch supports from the major US foot people. No luck there! I used them for less than a week as it made no difference at all. (Pro tip - If you go this route for the ones that offer a money back guarantee be sure to save your packaging esp. the UPC bar code. Without this you'll be out of luck trying to get your money back if they don't work for you. Ask me how I know...) Next I ordered one of the PF bundles on Amazon. Foot stretching adjustable splint, spikey ball, and arch support bands. From the research I was doing my hope was that the stretcher was going to be my ticket to being pain free. First the spikey ball just plain hurt to use. Tossed that thing to the dog! The foot splint didn't really help. I just can't sleep with that thing on my foot. I inevitably would tear it off in the middle of the night and just hobble around the next day. Since this kit also came with the arch support bands I figured I had nothing to lose so I gave them a try. This DID provide some relief so I started to wear it continuously. After a couple of weeks it started to stretch out and the arch support wasn't quite what I needed.
I went back to Amazon and found the Vive Arch Support Brace bands. I can't stress enough how well these worked for me. I first tried the Large gel insert and that was too much for me. I shifted to the medium and that was perfect. I used this configuration for over a month and since I was feeling significantly better I stepped down to the Small gel insert. I used this for the next month or so and was seeing continual improvement. Improvement to the point where there were days where I wouldn't even think about my foot at all. I then started using the band with no insert at all and am now to the point where I use it depending on how much walking I'll be doing on any given day. I've even walked the dog (usually 2~3 miles) a couple of times this past week with no brace and no pain. I still try and stretch my foot each morning before I get going and that also helps at this point.
I has been a 8+ month journey for me and I'm still not back to normal yet but this is a huge improvement from earlier this year where I felt like I would never be able to walk pain free again which was very demoralizing as I like to hike etc.
I would recommend the Vive Arch Support Brace to anyone who is suffering with PF. I used these initially even during the summer walking around the house. I just put it on and then put a sock over it since going barefoot was so uncomfortable. Basically if I was on my feet I had this on my foot. I scaled it back stepping down from the Med. to the Sm. gel over the course of 4~6 weeks each and have gotten to today. I plan on still using it selectively and hope to have this beat in the next couple of months. Its been a journey but I see the light at the end of the tunnel. The Vive Arch Support Brace has held up well and I have had no issues using it fitting into sneakers, shoes, boots etc. One pair of sneakers I have are pretty snug and I was able to use these even with those. Actually my foot probably felt the best with these as it was so snug and supportive. I usually wash them off in the sink once a week so they don't get too gross but so far so good...
Best of luck and if you give these a try hopefully they work as well for you as they did for me.
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The lightweight arch support does not add bulk to your foot, easily fitting in most shoes. Constructed with a breathable material, the brace also remains cool and dry throughout the day for exceptional comfort.
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Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain ReliefProviding relief from painful foot conditions such as plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, strains and sprains, the adjustable compression brace supports the arch while in motion to reduce pain while exercising, hiking or walking. The adjustable arch brace also relieves knee, hip and back pain by maintaining proper foot alignment. |
Adjustable Compression SupportSupplying upward compression and support, the arch support brace has an integrated pouch that holds up to three soft gel inserts for added support and comfort. The brace lifts and supports the arch while standing and helps to maintain proper foot alignment during motion, both pronation and supination. |
Stays In Place All DaySecure the brace in the most comfortable position with the strong fastener strap that also allows the level of compression to be adjusted for optimal support and comfort. The inner lining is made with a non slip material that holds the brace firmly in place, eliminating slipping, bunching and pinching for a comfortable, secure fit. |
What’s Included:
- One pair of Vive arch supports
- Six gel inserts
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Life changing!
I’m have almost crippling pain in my arches after yoga and after work- just about anytime I’m not wearing good supportive sneakers. I’ve had badly sprained ankles (both feet, both inside and out) for three years now that don’t want to heal, so I’m trying to find SOMETHING to give me relief. I got some arch supports that stick in my not-so-supportive work shoes that help tremendously, but need something under my arches while barefoot- especially during yoga. These arch support braces are EXACTLY what I need. They came with different size gel pads that slip easily into their little pouches on the bottom of the braces (medium is good so far). They are well made and look like they’ll do good in the washing machine (in lingerie bags and air-dried). I can adjust them to the best tightness, and they are very comfortable to walk/stand barefooted, which has been painful before trying these braces. I even stood ironing for over an hour last night, and my feet were good- and I didn’t wake myself up crying, not even once, from cramps in my arches or ankle pain (my normal nights, anymore). I did try them in my work shoes (dressy loafers), and it was pretty awful-looking. I don’t know if it would bother anyone else, but the center of my feet are pretty wide with these braces on, so they bow the center of the shoes out and make them a really weird shape- like I have round feet. Not the end of the world, but the stick-in arch supports will be better inside dress shoes. I will be ordering another today so I will always have a clean pair ready to wear. These arch support braces are going to be life changing!
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