We tend to think of insoles as those flat pieces of a foam-like type of material similar to the ones at the drug stores under the Dr. Scholl’s brand. However, they have really advanced to a high level over the last five years.

 

Companies that make insoles are making them differently than before. They’re better. They’re supportive. They have features added to them so your foot stays aligned while you walk. They’re cushioned with high-tech foam. Some are made from natural materials such as wool, cotton, and leather. Some have flanges on the sides of them so your foot can’t even think of getting out of alignment. They’re ergonomically designed. All this means your feet stay happy for the entire day.

 

The question – can an orthotic be an insole arch support – is easily answered YES, and more!

 

In fact, here’s an example. There’s an orthotic called the Spenco Total Support Insoles that can be used as an insole with arch support. These were previously called the Spenco Polysorb Total Support Insoles.

 

The Spenco Total Support Insoles are thick at the heel – 3/8 inch thick and ¼ inch thick at the forefoot. The cushioning prevents over pronation. There’s also a reverse motions extension that allows you to toe-off. The Spenco Total Support Insoles also have an antimicrobial top cloth to reduce blisters and control odor-causing bacteria.

 

The Spenco Total Support Insoles have a one-year unconditional guarantee. They come in Total Support Max Insoles and Total Support Thin Insoles. The Max insoles are rigid in the arch region, ideal for heavy duty work. For example, if you wear military boots, hiking boots, or steel toe work shoes, these may be the best insole arch support to help your feet feel better.

 

Spenco Total Support insoles also have something called a forefoot crash pad. This is really an extra special cushioning that is for the ball of the foot. When this part of your foot feels good, then you can toe-off more optimally in your gait.

 

Insole arch support is available. And you can get it in the shoes, too.

 

Spenco also makes a shoe called Spenco® Siesta Tan Slides for Women. These are more than cute and fashionable – they have insole arch support and many of the other advanced features in them. They look soft and comfy and are!

 

But what makes them so comfortable? When your foot is supported in its anatomical design, a shoe will be comfortable. And Spenco created the insole to include arch support, deep toe box, stability cradle for the heel (along with the deep heel), anti-pronation technology, and exceptional cushioning.

 

One thing about these Spenco Siesta Tan Slides for Women is that you will never have to replace the insole arch support at all. This is one type of shoe that comes truly ready to wear with no added expense of additional orthotics or replacement insoles.