What is an EVA 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.

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.

The Differences Between Memory Foam vs. Gel Insoles

Find out which of the 2 most popular materials for insoles, memory foam or gel, are better for certain circumstances and learn what their main differences are.

What Are the Pros and Cons of Using Memory Foam Orthotics?

Wearing memory foam orthotics has some positives as well as negatives. Read this article to find out more.

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

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

What are functional orthotics?

I went to the shop looking for orthotics when I came across 'functional orthotics.' What does this mean?

What type of plastic are orthotics made of?

Why is neoprene such a popular material for making orthotics?

Hi everyone. I'm hoping someone will take the time to answer my question. Neoprene seems to be a buzzword when it comes to orthotics. When I first heard of it, I thought it sounded like the kin

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?

What is a semi-rigid orthotic?

What are semi-rigid orthotics made of, and what is their main function?

Why is polypropylene used when making orthotics?

Polypropylene seems to be a popular material when it comes to making orthotics. Why is this the case?