Do these provide any significant metatarsal support?
443284
I can't say for certain on the metatarsal support, but these are very well padded and they wear extremely well for a softer insole. The arch support is good, again for this type of insole. I have narrow feet and these have worked pretty well in casual shoes. Many insoles with this type of heel support are too wide to fit my shoes. These work and it is easy to trim the toe part. I hope that helps.
443285
I found that the pink one (Spenco for Her Total Support, Women's) was better for metatarsal support.
1061511
Yes. These were the brand suggested by my daughter's Physical Therapist to better align her low arches and hip/leg position. We brought the inserts to a therapy session at the PT's request. She cut them in a way maintained the arch support in the proper place, that is she took some off the front as well as the heel to make sure the arch support stayed under the arch of the foot. We purchased one pair for street shoes and one for her soccer cleats that can get real dirty and smelly if need be.
296572
Since I don't suffer from PF, I can't say yes/no w any certainty; however, they do offer compression around the heel and lower ankle, so it *seems* to me like they would help.
135907
Yes, I wear one of these every day, all day. It provides great arch support. It is the only relief I have been able to find for Platar Faciatis.
1141349
Yes but it goes under the sole of my shoe so it doesn't bother me at all. I really like them and feel they give great support.
342990
These aren't meant to fix the bunion, but to just slow down the progression. I wear them to help align my wayward big toe and for the extra cushioning it provides my bunion. In this aspect, it most definitely helps!
59460
For me it is. I don't have a need for compression socks. I need support due to very thin foot.
1691059
For me they do, but I don't have weak ankles to begin with, and as long as you tie the shoelaces really tight you'll have support. I ordered 0.5 size bigger (usually I wear 5.5 but I ordered a 6) and it fit perfectly. I found these to be extremely comfortable, especially since the rentals that I was using were extremely uncomfortable, these feel way better.
508720
I do not wear arch supports. But i do not think these will go over them. In some of my shoes where this insole doesn't work I use the pedag gel metatarsal pads. They may work for you as they can sit under the arch support. They are one size only and not such a good fit in very slim shoes, but you can trim them back a bit. It is really a bit of trial and error if you need another type of support as well. There are other insoles on the market which have both arch and metatarsal suppots but they are not as thin as pedag ones.
1999251
Yes they do. Still haven't used them "officially" yet, but they're still in place; no shifting of unusual loosening. Godd luck to you!
1282181
They are suppose to but I found they didn't do much. If your toes are crossing or hammer toes these won't help.
706052
No, the material is thick and fits snug for bracing but no extra support in arch.
758270
I don't know, but they are not heavy for me and I do not do well with heavy footwear!
296569
The support provided in the middle of my foot helped with the heel pain I experienced, but it did not get rid of it. Wearing these socks with shoes that have good arch support is what really helped me. My best explanation for the benefits of these socks is my feet feel good when wearing them (which is a large part of the battle), although good shoes are what helps mine the most.
2182852
Mmm can't really say. The greatest feature for me is that they support my heel pad so well.
2176827
yes. The ones that I have are with red logo in front. That being said, my son has the "older" version and there really is no difference. I have been very pleased with these supports. Keep in mind, these will provide excellent support, but no device will completely prevent you from a potential injury. I would assume if you are playing at a very high level, you will still need to tape your ankles too.
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they might ,as they do lift the heel up. I purchased them for plantar fasciitis and found them to be very uncomfortable.