Best Plantar Fasciitis Night Splints 2020 [Reviews] | Footwear Dynamics (2024)

1. StabilityAce Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint

StabilityAce brings us the best night splint for plantar fasciitis available. This is one of the most comfortable night splints you could have due to its latex-free foam padding. The padding features Lycra covering which stays cool against the skin making this brace perfect to wear all year round. The padding is also washable.

The shell of this brace is lightweight and breathable, so you won’t have to worry about your foot suffocating in excessive heat or weighing you down. Although night splints are not recommended for walking, this brace is made with a non-slip sole tread for safety when taking those late night bathroom runs.

What makes this brace really stand out from the rest is the Velcro and buckle strap adjustment. The straps can be configured to just your right fit using the Velcro. The buckle straps allow you to keep the same configuration, meaning you won’t have to find your right adjustment with the Velcro every time- it stays perfectly adjusted for your foot!

Customer service from StabilityAce is top notch. You get a 1-year warranty with the brace. It is capable of fitting either right or left foot.

2. Nice Stretch 90 Patented Plantar Fasciitis Night Splint

The Nice Stretch 90 is the next best plantar fasciitis boot one can use. This one is made with a rigid, low-profile design.

The Nice Stretch 90 comes with a removable ice pack. They’ve coupled passive stretching with cold therapy to help reduce inflammation. Some people have found they like this feature, while others find they can do without it.

Users love how easy it is to put the boot on. The boot is comfortable without feeling bound to your leg. You also get a removable toe lift, which can be used to give more of a flexed stretch to the foot if needed.

The straps are Velcro, and this brace has more of them than most braces. The additional straps help keep a secure fit longer. Some people have found that the Velcro straps wear down after a while so you may want to go easy on them.

Some people have noticed that the upper strap is not quite long enough for people who have larger calves. If this sounds like you, I’d go for another night splint option.

3. Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Night Splint

From MARS Wellness comes the Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Night splint. Similar to the night splint by StabilityAce, this brace comes with three padded straps with buckles. Unlike the StabilityAce, these straps are made with dual tension. This allows for increased flexion and foot angle for your unique individual foot stretch.

The low-profile shell is lightweight, sturdy, and breathable. It is made with an open design to allow air to pass through resulting in increased breathability.

The splints’ padding is also made with the washable and cool Lycra covering. The padding is soft without becoming squishy. It is a comfortable boot that can easily be put on or taken off. The buckles mean a quiet removal in the morning as well.

It is recommended that people with wide or swollen feet purchase a size larger than their normal shoe size as this boot could be tight otherwise. With the correct size, many people find that this brace is one of the most comfortable and useful ones to have.

4. Cramer Dorsal Night Splint

The Cramer Dorsal Night Splint is the best budget night splint one can buy. It is made with a uniquely designed shell known as the small anterior dorsal clamshell. This keeps the foot in the upright position to prevent contracture, but it also helps support the arch of the foot.

This brace is known for being less bulky and more comfortable than most other braces. It is made a low profile with as little excess weight and bulk as possible.
This brace is also made with a bit more cushioning making them great for the cold winter months, but maybe not so great during the hot summer months. The extra cushioning is what makes this brace more comfortable than others.

With a lower price comes a dip in quality. Some may find that the Velcro is not as strong as the Velcro found on more expensive braces. Some may also find that the plastic is also lacking in strength.
People with small feet are cautioned against purchasing this night splint as the boot is made large, not making for the best fit. I would opt for another choice from this list if this is the case for you.

5. Plantar Fasciitis Soft Night Splint

Last but not least, we have a night splint from Flexibrace. This is the only night splint in the list that comes made with a cute pattern embroidered on! Besides being adorable, this splint is well-made with a high-density shell, padded liner, and adjustable Velcro straps.

The high-density shell provides solid support throughout the foot. They made sure the shell was made low-profile and lightweight so as not to add unnecessary weight while you sleep.
The soft padded liner is made extra thick and comfortable. The liner can be removed for cleaning and is Latex free to avoid allergic reactions. The extra thick liner means great warmth in the winter, but maybe too much warmth in the summer.

The straps are also padded and are made with contact closure for easy on and off. Many users find that this brace is sturdy, plush, and easy to sleep in. That’s not something that’s said about all night splints!

This is a great night splint. The only negative is that Flexibrace will not accept returns on the product, so if you find you don’t like it, you lose some money. Given the high amount of praise this night splint has received, it’s more likely that you will like the brace and keep it for the benefits.