The Bledsoe Plantar Fasciitis Support provides continuous elastic tension and pressure to reduce the pain associated with inflammation due to plantar fasciitis. Used in conjunction with Bledsoe's recommended exercise program, the PFS reduces pain, allowing the patient to strengthen the muscles of the foot, arch and lower leg, as well as stretch the Achilles tendon to provide relief and prevent future discomfort from plantar fasciitis.

Unlike shoe inserts or non-elastic bands, the Bledsoe PFS maintains tension continuously during wear. This reduces painful inflammation and allows the patient to exercise the calf and foot muscles. Proper muscle tone will prevent future plantar fasciitis.

Features include:

Simple and inexpensive way to reduce inflammation.

Anatomically designed for proper fit and control; two sizes adjust for any size foot.

Provides tension and support, allowing the patient to exercise; exercise program included with brace.

Fast, easy 15-second application.

Breathable stiff foam, wickable fabric draws perspiration away from skin.

Indications

This device is indicated to help relieve pain from inflammation caused by mild to moderate plantar fasciitis by applying pressure and tension over the medial calcaneal tubercle and plantar fascia.

Contraindications

This device is contraindicated for patients with severe circulatory impairment or other medical conditions where the elastic band could further reduce circulation or cause problems related to excess elastic pressure. You should also avoid if you have a latex allergy.

Bledsoe PFS vs. Other Methods

Features	Bledsoe PFS	Arch Supports	Functional Orthotics	Non-Elastic Devices
Provides proper pressure to irritated tissues	Yes	No. Supports foot in wrong spot.	No. Provides temporary support, but no pressure to desired area.	No. Non-stretch strap supports, but does not apply pressure.
Night time therapy	Yes	No	No	No
Short-term therapeutic use (2-4 months)	Yes	No. Recommended for long-term use.	No. Recommended for long-term use.	Yes
Bundled with recommended exercise program	Yes	No	No	No
Off-the-shelf model fits any foot size	Yes	No. Limited to common adult foot sizes.	No. Requires custom casts and special fitting.	Yes
Applied in 15 seconds or less	Yes	N/A - Inserts into shoe.	No. Requires custom casts and special fitting.	Yes

Sizing:

	Shoe Size
	US Men	US Women	Euro
Small	0-8	0-8.5	29-40
Large	8.5+	9+	41+

Which Size?

• Shoe Size Conversion Chart