Reviewers Say These Affordable Slides Really Help With Foot Pain

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If you’re looking for a sandal that offers both support and curb appeal, we suggest you ditch flimsy flip-flops for a stylish slide that’s not only good-looking, but is said to help with arch support, chronic foot pain and even discomfort from plantar fasciitis. The Chillo slide from beloved outdoor brand Chaco is an easy slip-on shoe you can sport to the beach or pool, throw in a suitcase or wear around the house.

The Chillo offers Chaco’s signature adjustable “Z”-strap and is made from an incredibly lightweight EVA base that floats in water and promises to feel nice and soft while still giving ample support to the contours of your foot.

“I have really bad plantar fasciitis,” said a Chaco reviewer named Kari. “I bought these to wear in the house. The arch support is life-changing.”

Reviewer Looloo said, “These help me avoid hip and foot pain, and [have] good support” and reviewer JG wrote, “Best sandals in the world, corrected my plantar facitis and heel spur pain. Love love.”

Dr. Howard E. Friedman, a podiatrist board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, tells patients recovering from plantar fasciitis “to wear some supportive footwear from the moment their foot hits the ground in the morning through the rest of the day. Slides with arch support are helpful since for someone getting out of bed, they are easy to slide into,” he said.

While Friedman doesn’t endorse any