the description says it has sewn in arch support is it mild I have flat feet and can not use something with an arch
161746
Hello!I am not sure. I am flat footed too and it is pretty comfortable for me. Hope this helps!
161747
I have flat feet also. The I have experienced no problems. I think the arch they are referring to is a metal arch the surrounds the ankle. I play competitive singles tennis, when I play I never notice the braces.
161748
I don't know, bigT. The brace is made of a strong nylon. I break the lacing up to three different areas that overlap . . with three different shoestrings. I can get the thing really tight. It is close to being a great tape job or even a cast . . I can tell you that the brace forms to my foot. I would think that with flat feet, the brace would stop there, and when you tightened, it would not be able to pull into an arch that was not there. I can tell you it is well-made and strong. The size on mine ran a little big. I have a size 14 foot. I got the one . . I think it is 12 to 14. When I crank on it, it is tight, but I pull the laces together. I hope that is some help. I don't know, bigT. The brace is made of a strong nylon. I break the lacing up to three different areas that overlap . . with three different shoestrings. I can get the thing really tight. It is close to being a great tape job or even a cast . . I can tell you that the brace forms to my foot. I would think that with flat feet, the brace would stop there, and when you tightened, it would not be able to pull into an arch that was not there. I can tell you it is well-made and strong. The size on mine ran a little big. I have a size 14 foot. I got the one . . I think it is 12 to 14.... » Read More I don't know, bigT. The brace is made of a strong nylon. I break the lacing up to three different areas that overlap . . with three different shoestrings. I can get the thing really tight. It is close to being a great tape job or even a cast . . I can tell you that the brace forms to my foot. I would think that with flat feet, the brace would stop there, and when you tightened, it would not be able to pull into an arch that was not there. I can tell you it is well-made and strong. The size on mine ran a little big. I have a size 14 foot. I got the one . . I think it is 12 to 14. When I crank on it, it is tight, but I pull the laces together. I hope that is some help. « Show Less
1863131
I believe so. My son has flat feet and since he started using them about 4 years ago has had no problems at all. Highly recommended.
294385
yes they provide arch support. they are slightly firm and thin enough to fit comfortably in almost all of my shoes...
1936792
The arch is made with a hard rubber compound. I have flat feet and lower back problems which this product seems to help. If I when to a podiatrist I wouldn't have gotten any better.
399023
Yes. However, depending on how high your arch is, you may also want to use an insert. I purchased the shoes because I need arch support beyond what I normally get in some running shoes.
926955
Great question -- it's actually pretty thin, and pretty short. It only comes to the ball of my foot, and it's really not a substitute for a "real" orthotic.
881978
I would say "No" based on just looking at it. There is a pointed tip that goes out beyond the threads so I cannot imagine the base being able to thread onto this foot because the rubber movable tip does not come off-it just adjusts for dirt or concrete.
2281358
They would work great for fallen arches! If you were born with flat feet the arch might be too high for you.
977913
Yes. They have a great arch support. I use them because I have a high arch, but my son usez them because his foot overpronates which flattens his arch when walking.
2281551
Yes, It will help you if you have flat feet. You should give a try. Thank you for your interest.
2047416
No. It is one continuous piece that wraps under the foot, over the instep and around the the ankle. The only stitching is around the edges and where the velcro and straps are attached.
1491981
There is an oval relief pattern on the top which I really only noticed this morning when paying attention. I don't find it uncomfortable and my feet are pretty sensitive to surfaces.
1693640
Yes, it's quite hard and does not compress. That makes it far more supportive. The squishy ones are just cushions - this one actually holds your foot in the proper position so it doesn't pronate. I ordered an extra set, but I've been surprised how well the first ones have held up. They've kept the arch.
302556
The way the insole is made is shown in the pic showing to the left here. ArchCrafters send you a box with a special soft foam plastic material and instructions for you to step in it standing in a normal fashion. Perhaps ArchCrafters can give you a better answer as to if they can custom adjust one for you. I'm trying to think of how you would do it. I think you could vary the resulting sole thickness by not following the instructions and doing the two feet differently. For one foot you could sit on a chair and only put part of your weight on that foot for a lighter impression. On the other foot you could hold a 50 pound bag of dog food while you step into the box. One insole would be thicker than the other but I can not figure out which one. Perhaps some else reading this can figure that out. Another approach might be to follow the standard instructions and then use an added wedge under the heal that needs the higher lift.
302677
I use it at work under my desk, so I haven't tried it with bare feet. I think it would be though... there are little nubs all over the top which look they would be relaxing like a little foot massage.
1226479
Yes, it is very bulky and requires a loose fitting shoe. I never got use to the bulk and awkwardness of the brace and returned it the seller. There is no way that you could wear it with high heels or sandals.
681642
Yes, there is a wedge that fits under the forefoot, but mine was not glued in - it's separate and optional.