3 benefits of shock absorbing insoles for your joints

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For many people with joint conditions like arthritis, insoles and foot orthotics are the first line of defense against joint pain. Store-bought insoles are the cheapest and most readily available option, but custom foot orthotics have some unique benefits. They’re much longer lasting, and they can be custom-made to provide specific benefits for each individual. 

There are different types of orthotics that come with unique benefits for different conditions and activities. Shock absorption is just one of many factors to consider when looking for foot orthotics to relieve joint pain.

This article provides a quick look at three benefits that shock absorbing insoles can deliver for people with joint pain.

Do shock absorbing insoles work?

Orthotic shoe inserts are a common treatment for joint conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Biomechanical studies suggest that there’s a lot of variation in individual responses to different types of orthotics, but the results of clinical trials remain controversial. The effectiveness of shock absorbing insoles depends on your unique anatomy and your condition. However, patients have self-reported significant improvements in joint pain and function after using shock absorbing insoles for a month. 

Custom orthotic insoles with shock absorbing properties can provide these three benefits for your joints:

  • Better joint function — The feet and ankles provide structural support for the knees, hips and lower back. When you wear flat or poorly fitted shoes, dysfunction in your feet impacts these other joints as well. Shock absorbing shoe orthotics create support and alignment for better joint function in the lower body.
  • Less wear and tear — Arthritis pain is caused by erosion of the cartilage inside the joints. When your joints are working properly, they experience less strain, which can help slow the process of degeneration.
  • Reduced joint pain — You can feel the difference when your joints have proper support and alignment. Less friction from walking, standing and kneeling means less joint pain at the end of the day.

    • If you try a pair of shock absorbing insoles from the store, it may take some experimentation to find a pair that helps with your joint pain. For people with arthritis in the lower body, custom orthotic insoles from Biocorrect are worth the investment. You’ll save yourself the time and effort of trying out different brands and varieties with different features. You’ll also get years of use out of your orthotics rather than months or weeks.

    Are you looking for shock absorbing orthotics that can provide relief from joint pain? We can help. Contact us with any questions or to set up an initial evaluation today.