Orthopedic insoles – types, application, effects. How to choose orthopedic insoles?

Orthopedic insoles are a solution aimed at increasing the comfort of walking in footwear and the treatment and prevention of foot diseases, as well as joint ailments. Properly selected orthopedic insoles reduce or completely stop the pain in the feet, knees and hips. Orthopedic insoles relieve the joints and correctly position the foot so that its position during movement is correct.

What are orthopedic insoles for?

Orthopedic insoles, if properly selected, help to get rid of pain in various parts of the body – postural defects cause a lot of pain. When loads are improperly distributed, it has a negative effect on the hips, spine and knees. Orthopedic insoles correct biomechanical dysfunctions. Thanks to them, the pressure on the foot becomes correct again.

Orthopedic insoles improve the work of the locomotor apparatus. They ensure that passive anatomical structures have support – as a result, no injuries occur. Orthopedic insoles also relieve the legs and support the muscles responsible for stabilizing the feet. What’s more, thanks to them it is easier to avoid various injuries and the process of tissue regeneration progresses faster.

Orthopedic insoles are selected individually, taking into account the foot impression. Contrary to appearances, insoles are not selected for shoes, but vice versa – shoes for insoles. This is because the insoles fit the foot. Thanks to them, the position of the bones is corrected, but not the musculoskeletal system. For this reason, they should be worn by children and adolescents, because their bones are plastic and it is possible to change the arrangement permanently.

FootWave orthopedic insoles were created especially for children, which you can buy at Medonet Market:

1. FootWave KIDS orthopedic insoles for valgus feet and knees for children,
2. Orthopedic insoles for valgus and flat feet in children FootWave KIDS SUPI,
3. Orthopedic insoles for valgus and flat feet in children FootWave KIDS SUPI 3/4,
4. Orthopedic insoles for squamous foot and heel pain in children FootWave KIDS SUPI PRO.

Orthopedic insoles – who are they for?

Orthopedic insoles are aimed at people of all ages, although not everyone will wear them for the same reason. Of course, they are not intended for people with foot defects. Orthopedic insoles have a beneficial effect on the entire body, so inserting them in a shoe can prevent defects – this is especially important for children and adolescents from 6 to 18 years of age. At this stage, the joints and ligaments are plastic, so correcting the defects is more effective than in the elderly.

Orthopedic insoles can also be worn by the elderly. This is usually indicated for people with deformed feet. Thanks to the inserts, the painful places will be relieved and thus the pain will be reduced – it is helpful in the treatment of diseases of the joints and spine. Orthopedic insoles can be worn by adults who want to limit the development of various foot defects.

Most often, orthopedic insoles should be used by people suffering from longitudinal, transverse and longitudinal-transverse flat feet. Thanks to the inserts, a person with a foot defect will feel more comfortable and will reduce or prevent pain in the hips, joints and spine changes. For people with flat feet, orthopedic insoles are rigid so that they support the foot while walking. We recommend Orthopedic Insoles on FootWave and Orthopedic Insoles on Transverse FootWave.

Orthopedic insoles should also be used by people with a heel spur. Thanks to them, they will reduce pain that occurs while walking and improve the stability of the foot. You can buy orthopedic insoles for FootWave heel spurs at Medonet Market.

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Types of orthopedic insoles

One of the types of orthopedic insoles are flat feet. A flat foot, also called a flat foot, is a deformation characterized by a deformation of the arch that arches the foot. Orthopedic insoles on flat feet provide support for the feet and slow down movement, among others. in the ankle joint. Nevertheless, this type of insoles is not enough to cure the disease – rehabilitation is also necessary.

There are also orthopedic insoles for hollow feet. It is a less common condition than flat feet – in this case the foot is too arched. Orthopedic insoles for hollow feet are designed to transfer the pressure on the metatarsal and heel bones. It is possible thanks to the wedge located in the side element of the insert.

The third type of orthopedic insoles are stabilizing insoles. There are two types of them – supination and pronation. Supination is an outward movement, i.e. falling on the heel instead of moving inward. When the supination is too strong, the heel goes too much outwards, resulting in excessive wear on the outer edge of the shoe. Pronation is the rotation of the inner foot (its back).

Orthopedic insoles designed for people with excessive supination and pronation are designed to support the heel. Thanks to the inserts, the heel stands properly. Interestingly, some models of sports shoes offer such a possibility because they are already contoured – these are shoes intended for runners. However, the purchase of such insoles should always be consulted with a doctor.

Another type of insoles are orthopedic insoles for the treatment of bunions. Thanks to them, the valgus toe can be properly positioned. A bunion is a deformation of the foot that distorts the metatarsal bones with the deviation of the big toe at the same time. People suffering from bunions often complain of pain. Orthopedic insoles with bunions differ from orthopedic insoles on flat feet because they have the form of a wedge separating the fingers. Orthopedic insoles for FootWave bunions can be bought at an attractive price on Medonet Market.

Specialist orthopedic insoles – for athletes, children and diabetics

For athletes, orthopedic insoles are made of various materials. As a result, they are durable, resilient and allow the foot to stabilize even in the most difficult conditions. Orthopedic insoles for athletes are made of thicker and more flexible materials than those for people who do not engage in any activity. This allows the insoles to better cushion the foot.

Orthopedic insoles for children are manufactured taking into account the patient’s condition. The insole should work in such a way that the child’s body weight is distributed to individual places in the foot. Children, like athletes, are a risk group in which the lower limbs are often significantly overstrained. Another group at risk of overloading the lower limbs are manual workers who perform their activities while standing.

Orthopedic insoles for diabetics are also made of special materials that are characterized by appropriately high elasticity and density. Thanks to this, diabetic feet can be properly depreciated. Orthopedic insoles for diabetics must fit the shape of the patient’s feet, but at the same time they cannot change shape under the influence of external forces.

Also, pregnant women may have problems with the feet due to their ligamentous laxity and increased body weight. Therefore, they should wear specialized insoles prepared especially for them. A wide range of sizes of orthopedic insoles for pregnant women FootWave LADY PREGNA will allow you to choose the right product. Make an order at Medonet Market today.

How to choose orthopedic insoles for shoes?

First of all, you should consult an orthopedist. In order to correctly select orthopedic insoles for shoes, a palpation test should be carried out beforehand, the purpose of which is to determine what problem the patient is struggling with in the area of ​​the foot. The next stage is to conduct research on diagnostic equipment using a podoscope and a plantograph. Thanks to the examination, it will be possible to design an insert ideally suited to the patient’s condition.

There are special inserts tailored to a specific type of footwear, which is especially useful:

1. ladies – Orthopedic insoles for FootWave LADY HIGH HEEL stilettos, Orthopedic insoles for high heels and wedges FootWave LADY VERSA,
2. panom – Orthopedic insoles for men’s FootWave VERSA MAN shoes,
3. people practicing sports – Orthopedic insoles for athletes and runners FootWave SPORT.

How is an orthopedic insole made?

Before the physiotherapist or the doctor starts to prepare the orthopedic insole, the patient should come to a special visit earlier and bring a description of the consultation, e.g. with an orthopedic doctor or a neurosurgeon. He should also have shoes with an insole – it is recommended that it be a shoe with an adjustable height of the instep and wide toes. Sometimes computer foot examinations are performed during the visit.

There are various systems for making orthopedic insoles. Thanks to some of them, e.g. the French system, it is possible to produce inserts fully adjusted to the patient’s requirements. The discussed system also allows for the correction of the insole and facilitates the selection of a material with appropriate strength and elasticity. All this means that the patient receives a product that is fully tailored to his needs.

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Supination insoles for adults – ready or made to order?

Buying the appropriate supination insoles for an adult seems to be a seemingly simple activity, as you can get them in many stores. However, there is a problem – no two people have the same size feet. For this reason, the purchase of a universal cartridge, despite the fact that it is cheaper than the one made to order, seems to be a worse idea and will not solve the problem and – what’s more – may even make the matter worse.

Individual adult supination insoles have the advantage over ready-made ones that they are adjusted to the patient’s foot – and therefore they are also more expensive. It is worth considering the purchase of insoles that are also thermoplastic inserts, which will make it even easier to adjust them to the size of the foot, and thus make the entire therapy have a better result. The cost of individual supination insoles for adults is usually from 100 to 200 PLN.

Orthopedic insoles for adults – facts

An orthopedic insole for an adult does not always have to be selected directly by an orthopedist. You can often choose it in an orthopedic footwear store. These types of sites offer the possibility of having your foot tested on the spot – moreover, the service is usually free. Many of these stores are equipped with special mats, thanks to which you can identify the pressure forces on a given part of the foot.

When choosing an orthopedic insole for both an adult and a child, the main selection criterion should not be whether it is comfortable to wear the insole. Often, an orthopedic insole is designed to help in the treatment of a specific disease, so it should be selected by a specialist. The better the insole is selected, the less stress on the knees or the spine will be.

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