Brooks
Brooks Ghost 18
APMA Seal of Acceptance
This shoe has been reviewed and accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association. You can verify this record directly - no trust required.
Verify on APMA.org (Record #9752)Cushioning
high
Support
neutral
Heel Drop
12mm
Widths
2E, D, B
Clinical Score
A composite score built from condition match, construction integrity, APMA verification, and fit range for Peroneal Tendinitis.
Excellent Clinical Fit
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Get My Personalized MatchWhy the Brooks Ghost 18 Works
DNA LOFT v3 cushioning delivers a soft, smooth ride for daily running and walking
Flat-knit tongue and two-colored air-mesh upper provide superior breathability and comfort
Balanced cushioning platform works for neutral arches and all foot types
APMA Seal of Acceptance pid=9752 - Brooks Ghost 18 - verified directly from APMA Seal Database June 2026
Available in multiple widths for a precise fit
Conditions This Shoe Helps
Expert-matched for 6 foot conditions.
Plantar Fasciitis
high matchDNA LOFT v3 cushioning absorbs heel impact while the balanced platform reduces plantar fascia tension during daily running and walking.
Learn about Plantar FasciitisFlat Feet
high matchBalanced DNA LOFT v3 cushioning and stable platform provide reliable support for mild flat feet during daily running and walking without overcorrecting gait.
Learn about Flat FeetAchilles Tendinitis
high match12mm heel drop reduces Achilles tendon stretch load during running and walking - DNA LOFT v3 cushioning absorbs impact that would otherwise stress the tendon insertion.
Learn about Achilles TendinitisHeel Spurs
high matchDNA LOFT v3 cushioning absorbs heel strike impact that aggravates heel spur inflammation during running and extended walking.
Learn about Heel SpursHigh Arches
high matchThe Ghost 18 is a neutral maximum cushion shoe with DNA Loft v3 foam that provides consistent shock absorption across the full footstrike. A top podiatrist recommendation for high arches due to its neutral geometry and reliable cushioning stack. APMA accepted.
Learn about High ArchesPeroneal Tendinitis
high matchThe Ghost 18 provides neutral DNA Loft v3 cushioning with a reliable heel counter that reduces inversion stress on the peroneal tendons. A consistently recommended podiatrist pick for lateral ankle tendinitis in neutral and high-arch foot types. APMA accepted.
Learn about Peroneal Tendinitis
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