Orthotics are decidedly not glamorous. Do you know, though, that just about every female celebrity will wear them on a daily basis? When you're constantly expected to be dressed up, wearing the latest designer shoes and outfits, there is a definitely a price to your body. Orthotics are one way of minimizing the impact of an ultra-glam lifestyle, and should be worn in both your high heels and your runners. Today we check out some of the top brands of orthotics, and their features and benefits for high heel shoe lovers.
These orthotic insoles are specifically designed to be worn in almost any designer shoe, from the gorgeous d'Orsay pumps that Carrie from Sex and the City loves, to the solid and sexy heel-boots of winter time. They are made of an antibacterial material and include metatarsal support, so you only need to pop one thing in your shoes ... not have an entire catalogue of podiatrist's tools in there!
These are at the upper end of the price range as far as non-custom fitted orthotics go. They have a much higher side and heel than the Footlogics catwalk orthotics, so will poke out the sides of many of your favourite heels and clash completely with your outfit! Keep these for your runners at the gym, or for your high heeled boots.
Podlink orthotics are made of a proprietary material - not EVA or polypropylene. Where Eva often compresses within a few months and polypropylene is said to be too hard, the Podlink orthotics exhibit the Goldilocks effect … just right! The material is a blend of flexene and polypropylene, and the insoles themselves are designed by highly experienced podiatrists. They are not quite as small as the Footlogics Catwalk model, but much more suitable for your kitten heels than the Orthaheel models are … plus they are guaranteed not to slip around in the shoe, which is always an issue with ultra-high heels.
These could never be considered fashion orthotics,, but they are a great choice for your weekend sneakers to complement your ordinary orthotics for your high heels. They have an 'advanced design energy return system [which] stores kinetic energy in the gait cycle and returns the extra power during push-off phase', according to the manufacturer. So it might be a little easier to get up at 6.30am and face your morning run…
These are designed for all types of tight-fitting shoes to support your foot, while not cramping it. They are made of an anti-odour, anti-fungal and moisture wicking material, and have a hook in the heel which helps prevent slipping.
Formthotic Low Profile Dual Density Orthotics
These are half-length orthotics, so if you don't want garish bright blue and red things poking out the end of your open-toe heels (but can't stand the pain any longer!), these are a great solution. If there is limited room in your high heels, these dual density heat mouldable ones are the perfect solution. The heat mouldability makes them the next best thing to custom-made orthotics.
Orthotics do not sound glam … but neither is hobbling around, crippled by pain! Grab a couple of different pairs for different situations, and you can truly enjoy your designer high heels again.
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