![]() That snug fit will help keep your foot stable and supported, he explains. What should you look for in an insole?Īn over-the-counter (OTC) insole should have a heel cup that sits directly under your heel and is deep enough to hug the sides of it, Erik Sims, DPM, managing partner at Sims & Associates Podiatry in New York, tells SELF. If you deal with any of these discomforts, an insole could help provide more support and stability-and hopefully relieve some of your pain, Alissa Kuizinas, DPM, a podiatrist at Wellness in Motion Boston, tells SELF. And flat feet can cause your ankles and lower legs to roll inward, which can lead to shin splints (especially if you’re a runner). They may also increase your likelihood of developing calluses, as the inside of your foot has a greater tendency to rub and chafe against your shoes. That said, if you sit or stand for long periods of time, flat feet can contribute to pain in your hips, knees, and arches. ![]() Are insoles helpful for flat feet?įor most people, having flat feet isn’t a major problem, Nelya Lobkova, DPM, a surgical podiatrist and founder of Tribeca Podiatry in New York City, tells SELF. Sometimes, the solution is as simple as adding a high-quality insole to your footwear. ![]() Not to mention, it’s beyond frustrating when you buy a pair you really like, only to realize it doesn’t provide enough support for your arches. “The items that you get at Walmart or CVS are never going to be able to address your problems,” she says.Whether you’ve had flat feet all your life, or developed them as the result of injury or pregnancy, you know how difficult it can be to find a shoe that fits and actually feels good. Lagana suggests seeing a podiatrist before buying insoles, because wearing the wrong type can make your foot problems worse. Here are five key points to keep in mind when searching for the right inserts: 1. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the best shoe inserts for your needs. Thus, they last for 3 to 4 years when worn daily.”ĭr. However, finding the right shoe inserts can make a huge difference in reducing your pain and discomfort. Custom orthotics are made from different layers of the super high density foam called polypropylene and EVA. ![]() Over-the counter insoles will last 6 to 9 months typically. For dress shoes, boots, and activity-specific shoes, such as soccer cleats and tennis shoes, I advise seeing a podiatrist to get fitted for a pair of custom orthotics, which are thinner and may be placed over insoles in dress shoes. However, depending on the shoe and activity type, prefabricated inserts (also known as over-the-counter orthotics) may not always be sufficient because of their thickness. ![]() “Insoles should be used in all walking, running, activity shoes. There are so many different types and brands of insoles that choosing can be a challenge, says podiatrist Nelya Lobkova, DPM, of Step Up Footcare in New York City. “Over 40 percent of adults in the United States-and I was one of them-are wearing the wrong size shoe,” she says. Lagana recommends getting measured at a brick-and-mortar store. It’s essential to have the correct-fitting shoe before even talking about getting arch supports.” To confirm your shoe size, Dr. Lagana, DPM, a podiatrist at UMass Memorial Health, says, “Many times a patient’s problem is not because they need arch supports it’s more because they are wearing the wrong shoes or the wrong size shoes. The first rule of wearing supportive insoles is to make sure you truly need them. ![]()
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