What is a semi-rigid orthotic?

Best Materials for Orthotics: How and Why Orthotic Materials Differ

No single material is best for every kind of orthotic. We explore the different materials used to make orthotics and explain why this difference is important.

The Differences Between Memory Foam vs. Gel Insoles

Learn about the key differences between memory foam and gel insoles to choose the right option for your footwear needs

How to Choose the Best Insoles for Sesamoiditis

Learn more about choosing the best insoles to manage your sesamoiditis pain, how orthotics can help you and what are the best orthotics for managing this condition.

Best Insoles for People on Their Feet All Day

Depending on your daily activities, different insoles may be appropriate. For people who stand all day, find out how to identify the best insoles.

How to Find the Best Insoles for Sneakers

Learn more about why you might need insoles for your sneakers, the benefits and what to look for when making a purchase.

Wearing Orthotics: Is It a Life-Long Necessity?

You may wonder how long you will have to wear orthotics to manage your foot condition. Read on to find out whether you will always need to wear them and why.

3 Best Insoles for Walking All Day—Custom-Made by Top Podiatrists

Read on to find out more about the benefits and features of good shoe inserts, and discover the 3 best custom insoles for walking and standing all day.

A PT’s Opinion on the Best Footwear and Insoles for Flat Feet

A combination of proper shoes with the right type of orthotics is ideally the best way to manage the symptoms of flat feet and correct the deformity. Here's why

How to Improve Posture & Alignment with the Right Insoles

Learn how to improve your posture and alignment using the right insoles. Explore our comprehensive tips and recommendations for better health and comfort.

Best Insoles for Work Boots and Flat Feet

The best insoles for those with flat feet who wear work boots are a custom-made insole with sturdy but flexible arch support, proper fit, and a deep heel cup

Do carbon fiber inserts work?

What do carbon fiber insoles do?

What type of plastic are orthotics made of?

Do hard plastic insoles cause more damage to the plantar fascia?

Today I met an orthopedic doctor sitting next to my husband and me at a restaurant, and I decided to ask him his thoughts on PF treatments. He then asked me what my insoles were made of, and I to

What is the best material for orthotics?

What is the best material for orthotics? I tried looking online, and I'm getting a mix of hard and soft orthotics. I'm not sure which is actually better?

Memory foam vs. orthotics material for my Plantar Fasciitis?

I read somewhere that material orthotics is bad for ball-of-foot pain. Now, I'm not really sure what the best insoles would be for me to wear. What should I consider in terms of softness, hardne

How do you know when you need orthotics?

I'm a fine dining waiter, and I spend long hours on my feet. Sometimes they are very achy at the end of the shift, and sometimes they even swell up a bit. Is this a sign that I should buy orthoti

What is an EVA orthotic?

I'm a middle school teacher, and I'm on my feet all day because of my job. I've been looking for good orthotics to help with foot and ankle pain, and the term "EVA orthotics" has come up quite a