A Guide to Buying Supportive Insoles

Insoles can help treat a range of lower limb and foot conditions including:

• Knee pain

• Calf pain

• Heel pain

• Arch pain

• Metatarsalgia (pain in the ball of the foot)

• Plantarfaciitis (inflammation and pain to the underside of the foot).

Insoles can reduce pain by supporting the foot to reduce stress and strain in the muscles, joints and soft tissues. They also provide shock absorption and cushioning.

 Arch Supports can help improve biomechanical alignment and stability. The foot does not move independently but in conjunction with the knee, hip and lower back. Wearing insoles provide relief from painful conditions by reducing abnormal loads on the joints and soft tissues. For the treatment of lower back pain, knee pain, lower leg pain, pronating feet with lowered arches, arch pain, bunions and plantarfaciitis.