# 460 | Toe Spacers For Foot Pain? What Does The Research Say?

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Podcast: [The Optimal Body](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-optimal-body-404913)
Published: 2026-05-11T03:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://jen.health/podcast/460
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## Resource

In this episode of the Optimal Body podcast, Doctors of Physical Therapy Doc Jen and Doctor Dom explore the benefits of toe spacers for foot health. They discuss how these simple, affordable devices help counteract toe crowding caused by modern footwear, reducing pain and improving function. Backed by research, toe spacers show benefits for conditions like bunions, plantar fasciitis, Morton's neuroma, and flat feet. They also highlight benefits for balance and neurological conditions. The hosts emphasize that toe spacers work best when combined with targeted foot exercises and proper footwear, offering practical tips for safe and effective use.

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