Wearing the Right Footwear for Hiking

We’re fortunate to have a ton of great options for hiking around Saginaw, MI, and the start of summer is a great time to start thinking about getting out there and hitting the trail. Before you do, you’ll want to make sure that you’re prepared to exercise outdoors, and that includes having the right footwear for hiking. If you deal with pain from plantar fasciitis, it’s not enough to just have a good pair of shoes or boots—you’ll also want to consider the benefits of orthotic arch supports. 

How to Pick the Right Footwear for Hiking

The good news is that if you’re looking for footwear ahead of your next hiking trip, you won’t have any shortage of choices. But having so many options to choose from can also be a bit of an issue if you don’t know exactly what you want or need. Because you have so many options to choose from, you’ll want to spend a bit of time reading reviews before putting your hard-earned dollar down. 

One of the bigger choices to mull over is whether you need hiking boots or shoes. Both offer protection and comfort, but boots are naturally heavier and more durable, making them ideal for intense hiking on challenging trails. However, if you tend to go pretty light with your hiking, a good pair of shoes should do the trick nicely.

Pain from Plantar Fasciitis? Try Custom Orthotics

A nice pair of hiking shoes or boots will protect your feet out there on the trail, but you’ll still need additional support if you suffer from pain from a condition like plantar fasciitis. This is why Shields Chiropractic recommends custom orthotics to supplement footwear for hiking, adding extra support and pain relief to help you conquer challenges ahead. 

Custom orthotic arch supports are tailored to the shape of your foot, ensuring an ideal fit and optimal comfort. Orthotic arch supports provide much-needed cushioning to absorb and redistribute shock, minimizing pain from plantar fasciitis and giving you the confidence you need to press on until your hike is finished. 

Try Orthotic Arch Supports at Shields Chiropractic

Planning to go hiking in Saginaw this summer but don’t want to deal with debilitating pain from plantar fasciitis? Shields Chiropractic is proud to offer custom orthotic arch supports and shoe inserts from Foot Levelers so that you can take the season by storm. Want to learn more? Schedule an appointment, call us at (989) 781-7700, or visit our offices here in Saginaw, MI.