Loft 2 Brace

Here's the gist: You get free standard shipping on orders over $125. (Hint: add the Performance Compression Socks to your Loft 2 order!) We offer 30-day returns. The Loft 2 Brace is HSA/FSA-eligible like many Alleviate products. For details, check out our FAQ page!

The Loft 2 Brace is a great first step toward recovery for many people with Plantar Fasciitis or PTTD (Posterior Tibial Tendonitis)!

If you haven't, take the foot & ankle pain quiz. You'll answer a few questions, and take 1-2 diagnostic tests used in physical therapy. We'll match you with the right tool(s) for your situation.

Reach out to us at info@alleviatetherapy.com if you are still unsure. We'd love to help.

The Loft 2 Brace has been completely redesigned for improved fit and performance.

• The adjustable Arch Power Strap replaces the Dial Lacing System for a fully customized level of support, lifting the arch to create and adjust relief in the areas where Plantar Fasciitis occurs.
• The fully integrated Arch Power Strap is anatomically positioned, allowing you to lift and adjust tension more easily.
• Redesigned tongue system and form-fitting side panels accommodate a broader range of foot shapes.
• A reduced profile at a 6-mm maximum thickness creates a more comfortable fit in most shoes.
• A firm yet thin base plate replicates the performance and sensation of a professionally applied tape job.

Unlike a traditional orthotic or compression sock, the Loft 2 replicates the effects of an expert taping job that simultaneously provides compression and relieves the load on your plantar fascia. Loft 2 lifts your arch, fits in many regular shoes, and delivers in 3-4 days (unlike custom orthotics that can take weeks).

Compression socks can be a great addition to your Plantar Fasciitis toolkit. Here's how to use Plantar Fasciitis socks to your advantage.

And here's a deeper look at the differences between Plantar Fasciitis insoles and braces.

Pull the Loft 2 on, tie the laces, and pull and wrap the arch power strap around your foot to a comfortable level that feels snug, then go about your day.

If it's hard to get into the Loft 2, loosen the laces further, and enlarge the opening as you would with your running shoe.

You can wear the Loft 2 in existing shoes, with or without an existing orthotic, and with or without socks. If you do choose to wear a sock, we recommend thin socks. The thinner the sock, the better you'll be able to feel your foot and get re-accustomed to using your foot to its fullest potential as it heals.

Yes, the Loft 2 Brace fits in most athletic shoes. We designed it with a firm, but non-rigid base plate to make getting in and out of shoes easier compared to the original Loft.

When introducing the Loft 2 into your daily routine, we suggest changing one factor at a time in general as a safe practice. If you already use an orthotic, try the Loft 2 with your orthotic in your shoe to start (many orthotics are bulky; there may not be enough room for both devices and in some cases, you may have to take out the orthotic). As you grow accustomed to the Loft 2 and your pain diminishes, you can begin to wear it without the orthotic.

You won’t lose the efficacy of the Loft 2 Brace if you wear a sock, but bear in mind that we are trying to rehab you past the point of needing the Loft 2. When you have no sock between your foot and the Loft 2, you are awakening your awareness of your foot, experiencing its full functionality more completely. Ultimately, wearing a sock is okay, but the thinner the better. Our Performance Compression Socks are a great option - they are thin enough but strong enough to reduce fluid accumulation and swelling, which can interfere with healing.

Yes, you can wear the Loft 2 while sleeping, and some users have found this beneficial for pain relief. However, your feet produce sweat during the day and night, and it’s important to give your foot a break from this environment so that you don’t damage healthy skin. Always inspect your feet before and after use of the Loft 2 Brace.

Machine wash the Loft 2 on a delicate cycle and air dry! Do not tumble dry.