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I am NOT anyone with relevant credentials, just a lot of running over the last 40 some years in a lot of shoes. That said, I no reason to think that VaporFlys w

I am NOT anyone with relevant credentials, just a lot of running over the last 40 some years in a lot of shoes. That said, I no reason to think that VaporFlys would help with plantar fasciitis. I hypothesize that it's the energy return (which is energy not pounding the legs) is what saves the legs, and I don't know that help plantar problems. And the shoes are designed around running, not walking. Mainly, though, is they're $250 a pair. That's a pretty pricey experiment without some bit of evidence, even if anecdotal, that they might work for your problem. Good luck, though. I know plantar fasciitis is a tough one to treat.

moron4hire 3y ago
My thinking is that a spring that can provide power also absorbs power. Basically a low-pass filter, like a capacitor. IDK. I've tried the socks, the boots you wear while you try to sleep but can't because they itch too much, and all kinds of shoes. Honestly, I'm at the point where I'll try just about anything.
- selcuka 3y ago
  > My thinking is that a spring that can provide power also absorbs power. An ideal spring (or a capacitor) should not absorb any energy.
  - asimpletune 3y ago
    While an ideal spring may not exist, the foot itself might be the next best thing suited to that goal. It’s full of nerves that allow the brain to make micro adjustments, as well as muscles for executing those compensations in real time, based on feedback thats coming from the ground.
- sevensor 3y ago
  Anecdata, which I welcome you to ignore: A plantar fasciitis sufferer I know got substantial relief by walking around barefoot in the house at every opportunity. This helped because the tissues in the foot were actually too loose and flexible, which was the root cause of the complaint. The fascia was rolling around all over the place and becoming inflamed as a result. Doctor-prescribed stretching regimens and arch supports had actually made the condition worse. A physical therapist recommended the correct course of action, which was almost exactly the opposite: walking barefoot helped tone and strenghten the feet, and the inflammation subsided.

moron4hire 3y ago

My thinking is that a spring that can provide power also absorbs power. Basically a low-pass filter, like a capacitor. IDK. I've tried the socks, the boots you wear while you try to sleep but can't because they itch too much, and all kinds of shoes. Honestly, I'm at the point where I'll try just about anything.

selcuka 3y ago
> My thinking is that a spring that can provide power also absorbs power. An ideal spring (or a capacitor) should not absorb any energy.
- asimpletune 3y ago
  While an ideal spring may not exist, the foot itself might be the next best thing suited to that goal. It’s full of nerves that allow the brain to make micro adjustments, as well as muscles for executing those compensations in real time, based on feedback thats coming from the ground.
sevensor 3y ago
Anecdata, which I welcome you to ignore: A plantar fasciitis sufferer I know got substantial relief by walking around barefoot in the house at every opportunity. This helped because the tissues in the foot were actually too loose and flexible, which was the root cause of the complaint. The fascia was rolling around all over the place and becoming inflamed as a result. Doctor-prescribed stretching regimens and arch supports had actually made the condition worse. A physical therapist recommended the correct course of action, which was almost exactly the opposite: walking barefoot helped tone and strenghten the feet, and the inflammation subsided.