Upstep Answers
Our team answers your questions about the causes and treatment of various podiatric conditions, including plantar fasciitis, flat feet, foot pain, and the use of custom orthotics.
Recent Answers
How to Put Insoles in Your Shoes Correctly
Insoles are becoming more popular by the day. Otherwise known as footbeds or inner soles, insoles are removable shoe inserts placed inside shoes or boots to make them more comfortable. More specifical
Asked 3 years ago
Do Bunion Pads Work?
Bunions are a common condition affecting many people globally and are usually seen in older people. Bunions are a condition associated with misalignment of the big toe towards the smaller toes of the
Asked 3 years ago
How to Get Used to Orthotics Faster
Most people expect their orthotics to give them immediate pain relief. While this is possible, you’re likely to find your orthotics feel uncomfortable instead. Though they are designed to address your
Asked 3 years ago
Should You Clean Your Orthotics?
Yes, you must clean your orthotics. With use, they can gather dirt and moisture and begin to smell. More so, mold and mildew can easily grow in uncleaned orthotics. By keeping your custom orthotics cl
Asked 3 years ago
Are Toe Spacers Effective in Treating Bunions?
Unlike the fingers that are often free to grasp, the toes often end up cramped in small shoe spaces. While we consider style, comfort, quality, and price when choosing shoes, we rarely consider the to
Asked 3 years ago
Related Articles
Pain After Wearing Orthotics: Reasons and How to Stop It
Upstep Staff
July 10, 2025
A PT’s Opinion on the Best Footwear and Insoles for Flat Feet
Babafemi Adebajo
May 14, 2025
How to Know if You Need Arch Support
Babafemi Adebajo
January 29, 2024
Insertional Achilles Tendonitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Janik Sundstrom
August 1, 2022
8 Exercises for Claw Toes: Relieve Pain and Improve Mobility
Dr. Isha Kamble
July 16, 2025
Recent Posts
Babafemi Adebajo
Persistent Shin Splints: Why Won’t They Go Away?
Babafemi Adebajo
Vitamins for Shin Splints: Choose the Right Supplements
Babafemi Adebajo
7 Best Orthotics to Aid With Your Lower Back Pain
Babafemi Adebajo
Best Insoles for Plantar Fibroma
Babafemi Adebajo
Out-Toeing—Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Janik Sundstrom
The Benefits of Taping for Cuboid Syndrome Treatment
Janik Sundstrom
5 Effective Home Remedies for Burning Feet Syndrome
Babafemi Adebajo