Grounding transfers Earth's natural anti-inflammatory electrons directly into your body through copper conductors in the shoe sole. These electrons neutralize free radicals—the molecules causing inflammation in your plantar fascia tissue. Clinical research shows grounding reduces inflammatory markers by up to 60%, directly targeting the swelling and pain in your heel. Combined with the barefoot design that strengthens your feet naturally, Recover Sole addresses both the inflammation and the weak muscles causing your plantar fasciitis.

Yes. Peer-reviewed studies published in medical journals demonstrate that grounding reduces inflammation markers, improves blood circulation, and decreases chronic pain. Research specifically shows reduced C-reactive protein levels (a key inflammation biomarker) and improved healing response in inflamed tissue. While grounding research continues, existing studies show measurable physiological changes including decreased cortisol levels, improved blood flow, and reduced inflammation—exactly what your inflamed plantar fascia needs to heal.

Walking barefoot outdoors is excellent for grounding—when possible. But you can't go barefoot year-round due to cold weather, hot pavement, rough terrain, or workplace requirements. Recover Sole allows continuous grounding throughout your entire day while providing the protection, warmth, and barefoot benefits your feet need. You're healing your plantar fasciitis during work, errands, and daily activities—not just the 20 minutes you might spend barefoot in your backyard.

Every pair features copper conductors tested for electrical conductivity during manufacturing. The copper creates a direct pathway from conductive ground surfaces (grass, soil, sand, unsealed concrete) to your feet. You can verify this yourself using a simple multimeter or grounding continuity tester—you should measure near-zero voltage on your body when standing on conductive ground. More importantly, most customers report noticeable pain reduction within 2-3 weeks as the grounding actively reduces their plantar fasciitis inflammation.

Recover Sole heals plantar fasciitis—it doesn't mask it. The grounding technology reduces the inflammation causing your pain, while the barefoot design (wide toe box, zero-drop, flexible sole) strengthens the weak muscles that should be supporting your arch. Pain medications and orthotics only cover up symptoms temporarily. Recover Sole addresses both root causes: chronic inflammation and weak foot structure. That's why customers report permanent relief, not just temporary comfort that disappears when they stop wearing them.

Yes, absolutely. While barefoot contact provides the strongest grounding connection, you can still reduce plantar fasciitis inflammation while wearing socks. Natural fiber socks (cotton, wool, bamboo) allow electron transfer, especially when your feet perspire naturally during walking. For optimal inflammation reduction, we recommend thin natural-fiber socks or grounding socks with conductive silver threading. Avoid thick synthetic socks (polyester, nylon) as these block electron flow and reduce the anti-inflammatory benefits your plantar fasciitis needs.

Grounding mats and sheets plug into your home's electrical outlet, connecting you to your household electrical system—not the Earth. This exposes you to "dirty electricity," EMF interference, and electrical noise from appliances and WiFi, while up to 40% of homes have dangerous wiring issues that create shock risks. Recover Sole bypasses these hazards entirely by connecting you directly to Earth outdoors through copper conductors. You get clean, natural anti-inflammatory electrons with zero electrical system exposure—plus the barefoot design benefits that actually strengthen your feet while mats just sit there doing nothing for your weak foot muscles.

We offer a 60-day money-back guarantee because we're confident you'll feel dramatic pain relief. If you don't experience significant reduction in your plantar fasciitis symptoms within 60 days, return them in original condition for a full refund—no questions asked. That's two full months to feel the inflammation decrease, experience pain-free mornings, and test them in your daily life. Return shipping is free within the United States.

Yes! We offer free worldwide shipping on all orders because plantar fasciitis sufferers everywhere deserve relief. Orders within the USA typically arrive in 5-8 business days. International orders take 8-11 business days. All orders include tracking information so you know exactly when your healing journey begins.

No problem—wrong size shouldn't delay your plantar fasciitis recovery. We offer free exchanges within 60 days. Simply contact our customer service team at hello@recoversole.com, and we'll send the correct size immediately. You'll receive prepaid return shipping labels for your convenience. We want the fit perfect so the wide toe box and zero-drop design can work properly to heal your feet.