Altra vs Birkenstock for plantar fasciitis
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These are the comments that mentioned the Altra and the Birkenstock together — the closest thing to a direct comparison by someone who had tried both. Each person is counted once, and every line links to the original post.
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Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
Same here it was instant great relief. I wear now only shoes with wide toe box and zero drop. Altra sneakers and wide Birkenstocks my favorite. My old narrow shoes would hurt feet…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Sep 2025 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: no clear verdict
About a year ago, my plantar fasciitis flared back up while I was training for a long-distance backpacking trip. The culprit? My shoes had simply exceeded their mileage. At least…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Sep 2025 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: no clear verdict
exactly. the only shoes on this list that didn't actively make things worse for me are the Birks. Altra has been the brand I had the most success with and there's not one model of…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Oct 2025 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
This is a bit of a pointless addition to the conversation, but I just wanted to wholeheartedly agree with you. I've had the same experience: no pain after a summer of Birkenstocks…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Nov 2025 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
About 4 years ago I tore my Achilles. Rehab was brutal, but I told myself that I needed to trace down what led to this to prevent is from occurring in my other leg. Fast forward…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Nov 2025 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: no clear verdict
For three years I’ve done a lot of trial and error. I’ve concluded I’ll never be as comfortable as I am in Birkenstocks however the one thing Birkenstocks doesn’t give me is ankle…
r/PlantarFasciitis · May 2026 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
I didn’t do well in either brand. Both have very high heel to toe drops which is very triggering for my PF. Hokas triggered my last serious flare. I’ve tried 4 Brooks styles also…
r/PlantarFasciitis · May 2026 → -
Altra: made it worse Birkenstock: made it worse
I should add I’m now dealing with a 3rd round of PF (my youngest is 3.5) because I ramped up activity majorly and my Birkenstock/Altra combo didn’t work 😩 best of luck!!
r/PlantarFasciitis · May 2026 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
I have been reduced to wearing Birkenstocks. Even with the flat heel, my feet hurt much less. I also love wearing Teva full foot Tirra sandal. But, I really can't tolerate a strap…
JeremySallerMD (YT) · Jul 2026 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
Hey folks. I’ll start by saying that I am nowhere near as bad as many of you are—I’m sorry for what you’re dealing with. Context: years ago I switched to barefoot shoes—Wildlings…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Jul 2026 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
I’ve been using Birkenstocks and Altra’s. My work boots are what caused my PF, but bound to end this misery soon. The Birkenstocks have those little ridges on the arizonas and…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Aug 2025 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: no clear verdict
Realizing the best thing for my feet are wide toe box, zero drop shoes but not super thin barefoot shoes-need plenty of cushion. Having great lucky with Altra, Lems, and…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Aug 2025 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
Had PF from May to November of last year when it actually partially tore while I was at work. The pain and immobilization it caused was brutal. Finally just now on the other side…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Aug 2025 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: helped
I definitely think Hoka’s caused my PF. I now can’t wear anything with a big squishy sole. It’s too much muscle balance work for my ankles, which tightens up my calves. Plus I…
r/PlantarFasciitis · Apr 2026 → -
Altra: helped Birkenstock: made it worse
Listen to this woman! I got my third bout of PF last March. I thought I was doing the right thing wearing sensible shoes like Birkenstock. In fact I noticed my high arch had…
The Plantar Fasciitis Doc (YT) · Apr 2026 →