I have custom orthotics but want another pair. The description says "Not suitable for...flat feet," which I have. Is there an alternative product?
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Suggest considering purchase of $34 Orthoheal inserts at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003JVRCUS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1 I bought both and found them to work pretty similarly well for me.
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We do not carry any orthotics for flat feet. I am not aware of any company that does sell them for flat feet.
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If you're really flat-foot challenged, I would recommend going to an arthropod who is a pro at fitting orthotics and is connected with good labs who make them. I've tried buying them in stores and on line. But my feet and ankles are a mess, and the best solutions have come from the doctors.
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Right, I had flat feet myself until I started wearing orthotics. But that was 20-years ago. I no longer have flat feet. ArchCrafters is just protecting itself against law suites, practicing medicine without a license. Also, I've bought about 9 pairs of orthotics from ArtCrafter over the years and they deliver a high quality product. Highly recommend. Hillbilly
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Yes, these are more of an arch support. Everyone's arch is higher or lower than someone else. Since one size wont fit all, they try to make a few different sizes of arch support so you can try to get one that is somewhat close. If you need an arch support these can help provide some relief. If you need an arch support and would like a professional fit like a doctor would prescribe go to Surethotic.com. They will make a support that is an exact fit and will last 10 times longer.
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Not particularly. I ordered these as a less expensive alternative to the superfeet orthotic inserts I have been wearing. These do not fit as well or relieve pressure/correct alignment issues nearly as effectively. I would not recommend.
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Hi Jane. All the powerstep orthotics have a relatively hard arch, however, it is somewhat flexible. I find the black ones to be the best. They work well for me even when I put them in my UGGs (which have no arch support). Hope this helps
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I'd be careful about using the Pedag Drop Metatarsal pad on top of another orthotic because it changes the pressure points on your foot as you walk. You may want to consult your orthopedist or podiatrist on that one.
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Each numbered orthotic is suitable for a different foot shape/problem. One needs to go to a store (many large drugstores or Walmart) that has a Dr. Scholl's orthotic fit machine to determine the right number for your feet.
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Hello! We can make a second pair of orthotics for an additional $60.00. Please call me at 215-776-0981 for more information. Thanks Ulysees Gammage Jr.,CFts
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The paper that came with the order states WalkFit Platinum. There are 3 sizes of arch inserts.I can't tolerate the lowest. My. Feet have lost their arch over the last 2 years. An orthopedist recommended WalkFits for foot pain, but the pain persists.
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They would work great for fallen arches! If you were born with flat feet the arch might be too high for you.
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Good question. Sometimes it depends on the shoes, but in most cases you don't have to remove your current insoles. If you really want a better support, I found that Dr. Scholls were too week and that while they were comfortable, they didn't give me as much support as real custom fit orthotics like surethotic.com did. They are ten times better and last about ten times longer. Surethotics are awesome when it comes to helping my feet get the support they need along with the great comfort from their cushion tops.
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I think they are very different from heel inserts. They provide a lot of arch support. I have put a pair of these in three different pairs of shoes and find that I really miss them if they're not there. We have done a couple of huge walking trips this year and I got along much better than usual when using these supports. I think the customizing idea of finding the right fit is crucial.
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Other than a runner/walker wide insert, the Spenco web site says their other orthotics come in medium. The hard plastic part supports the foot from your heel to where your toes begin. The soft foam can be cut with a pair of sturdy scissors, but I don't see how you could cut the hard plastic. Perhaps it's a question a cobbler could answer. Have you tried the Spencos in a pair of shoes? While I normally wear a narrow shoe, I have to buy medium width shoes one half size longer than normal because the insert takes up a lot of room. The shoe also has to have a deep "box" so your heel doesn't slip out of the shoe. If you haven't tried the insert in a medium width shoe, you might want to check it out. I'm sure a shoe store would accommodate you. My podiatrist recommended that I get shoes with a 1' rise in the heel. I bought new shoes last fall and must have tried 25 pairs before I was satisfied. Each pair fit differently, so you might find something that works for you. If you can, the Spencos are definitely worth it.
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Absolutely, go for it. I did, about, 15-yrs ago and now my once FLAT FEET have natural arches. Don't rush it, wear your orthotics for a half hour on day one and then go from there, depending on how you do. I've purchased all my orthotics from ArchCrafters, except for once. I recall that exception, orthotics from another company, was a total mistake cause I gave them to the dumpster. Not the ArchCrafters ; I still use my first pair of their orthotics. Right, they do not wear out. Hillbilly PS. The caviot from Amazon, "not suitable for flat feet", I must assume, is to protect against law suits. Lawyers...
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I have been using them with custom orthotics since they came out with their first model years ago. I also put them in my grandchildren's boots.
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They are radically different. You need to find a store that has a dr. Scholl's kiosk that measurese the pressure on your foot (it's free) and you will get an analysis of which orthotic fits you best. There are about 20 different choices, so don't guess. This product saved my feet!
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I don't know, I have only had custom orthotics that were really expensive, and then I tried the Powerstep Pinacle inserts and have been very happy with them. This way I could buy multiple pairs and put them in the shoes that I wear frequently without having to keep changing them from shoe to shoe. I find them just as good as the custom ones.
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the cf440 is the max support you can get for feet with "no arch"---or FLATFEET--------this is what I use---------the 340 is for those not so severe