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Still, the rigid support of the Powerstep Pinnacle may be an attribute for those requiring more structure due to regular over or under pronation, leading to healthier feet over time. Kennedy, “this evaluation is best done by an orthotist — a specially trained professional who evaluates the heel position, arch height, and forefoot alignment to ensure perfect alignment. The Spenco Polysorb Cross Trainer features lightweight polyurethane foam, which only provides moderate arch support. The way that insoles fit and feel can be a very subjective experience dependent on foot shape, size, needs, and medical conditions, so let this review serve as more of a guideline to the best features of each brand. With trademarked technology designed to cradle the foot’s arch, these are an excellent option for people seeking a high level of support.

Though it might not be our top recommendation for plantar fasciitis relief due to the low cushion, the Walk-Hero Comfort and Support are a good pick for everyday wear in multiple footwear options and provide okay support for the plantar fascia. The Walk-Hero Comfort and Support's heel cup is too wide for our reviewer's heels, causing our foot to rub against the edge of the insole, which causes discomfort.

Scholl's starts with a basic, flexible base layer, and in the case of their running insoles, makes them narrower for running shoes and adds layers of padding or hard support for comfort, proper alignment, and shock absorption. The hard TPU arch support of the EasyFeet Arch Support, also takes up a good amount of space in our shoes, so they're best for work shoes or other higher-volume footwear. The deep heel cup helped to address our plantar fasciitis, offering excellent support and stability, which is crucial for managing the condition. That said, their super-thin profile and high level of cushioning make them an excellent option for those who don't have extra room to spare but want extra comfort.

The Powerstep Pinnacle are the best insoles we tested for helping remedy foot pain due to pronation. Walk-Hero Comfort and Support Plantar Fasciitis: We found these insoles to make shoes more comfortable to walk in and provide pain relief for those of us suffering from plantar fasciitis, but they did not provide enough support and seemed to lack breathability, making our feet feel warmer. Scholl's Plantar Fasciitis insoles are comfortable and have slight support in the arch and heel for those who suffer from the common plantar fasciitis, which can be very painful.Miya brings her own experience with foot and knee pain, as well as her rigorous experimentation with many brands of insoles, to provide you with this honest review. With moderate arch support, these are excellent for those with flat feet and can slip easily into any shoe. The built-in insoles in most shoes usually just don't cut it, and adding extra support is key for keeping pain and muscle fatigue at bay, as well as stopping any more chronic injuries in the knees, hips, back, and even head and neck from occurring. Others you'll have to trim yourself, and we suggest taking out the built-in insole of your shoe and tracing it onto your new insoles for precise sizing. For our testing, we tried them with Nike running sneakers for runs and gym workouts and found them to be effective for reducing strain and providing a good level of cushioning, especially for those of us who tend to overpronate.

My feet always used to have sweat in them but since I started having these insoles my feet are fine and this shows the quality of the product . The Powerstep Pinnacle insoles help keep the feet from over or under pronating with their deep heel cup that aids with natural alignment, and a semi-rigid shell with arch support that provides stability. This reduced shock combined with the thin plastic arch can help relieve pain associated with runner's injuries like plantar fasciitis, shin splints, and runner's knee. Orthotic insoles are most effective when they are designed and used to directly target the specific symptoms associated with various foot problems and conditions. The Superfeet brand shines in their low profile fit, however, with the Superfeet Carbon being the lightest, thinnest insoles we tested.

There is also pronounced extra padding directly under the metatarsal, which could be great for someone suffering from metatarsalgia, but since our testers do not, this extra padding just puts unwanted pressure on that part of the foot. For people with a high-arch foot, a supportive orthotic with a lateral heel wedge is often used, while a person with a low arch or flat foot uses a medial posting to help bring the heel into better position while maintaining the arch height. They contain custom technology that molds to your foot shape based on how you move, so they’re a good alternative to investing in a bespoke orthotic. Sophie Mendel is a Commerce Editor at Travel + Leisure with Dotdash Meredith where she assigns, edits and publishes the product reviews and recommendations that help guide travelers toward the best shoes, apparel and accessories for their needs.