the description says it has sewn in arch support is it mild I have flat feet and can not use something with an arch
161746
Hello!I am not sure. I am flat footed too and it is pretty comfortable for me. Hope this helps!
161747
I have flat feet also. The I have experienced no problems. I think the arch they are referring to is a metal arch the surrounds the ankle. I play competitive singles tennis, when I play I never notice the braces.
161748
I don't know, bigT. The brace is made of a strong nylon. I break the lacing up to three different areas that overlap . . with three different shoestrings. I can get the thing really tight. It is close to being a great tape job or even a cast . . I can tell you that the brace forms to my foot. I would think that with flat feet, the brace would stop there, and when you tightened, it would not be able to pull into an arch that was not there. I can tell you it is well-made and strong. The size on mine ran a little big. I have a size 14 foot. I got the one . . I think it is 12 to 14. When I crank on it, it is tight, but I pull the laces together. I hope that is some help. I don't know, bigT. The brace is made of a strong nylon. I break the lacing up to three different areas that overlap . . with three different shoestrings. I can get the thing really tight. It is close to being a great tape job or even a cast . . I can tell you that the brace forms to my foot. I would think that with flat feet, the brace would stop there, and when you tightened, it would not be able to pull into an arch that was not there. I can tell you it is well-made and strong. The size on mine ran a little big. I have a size 14 foot. I got the one . . I think it is 12 to 14.... » Read More I don't know, bigT. The brace is made of a strong nylon. I break the lacing up to three different areas that overlap . . with three different shoestrings. I can get the thing really tight. It is close to being a great tape job or even a cast . . I can tell you that the brace forms to my foot. I would think that with flat feet, the brace would stop there, and when you tightened, it would not be able to pull into an arch that was not there. I can tell you it is well-made and strong. The size on mine ran a little big. I have a size 14 foot. I got the one . . I think it is 12 to 14. When I crank on it, it is tight, but I pull the laces together. I hope that is some help. « Show Less
2281552
Probably not. The rise in the arch is almost considered extreme. I have quite the arch and putting all my weight (220, 6'1") on the arch support of the insert can hurt your feet in the wrong shoes. It would be painful for someone with little or no arch. You are better off trying a different Dr. Scholls foot insert and not this one specifically.
1009741
I've only used it with sneakers but i'm guessing you could do it with bare feet.I find the styrofoam a bit caustic on the bare foot.In PT place they have ones made of wood but they are far more costly.This is a great stretching tool
1863130
I am not sure as I don't have flat feet. However, since there is a hump on the inner side, it may correct your flat feet in the long run - please seek advise from a doctor. The key thing is whether you feel comfortable when trying to walk with it in the insole. Hope this helps.
1936793
It doesn't have hard plastic, but is made hard for the proper arch for you foot.
977912
I have flat feet and they work well for me. I found them a bit uncomfortable in the arch when I first started using them because I could feel the arch. But, as I continued using them they became very comfortable.
1633604
I would advise that this would not work in bare feet - maybe with socks, I think it is designed more for stability and some cushioning during aerobic exercise when you would be wearing shoes.
1226479
Yes, it is very bulky and requires a loose fitting shoe. I never got use to the bulk and awkwardness of the brace and returned it the seller. There is no way that you could wear it with high heels or sandals.
1493620
Yes it is. It doesn't go all the way across the foot but over your feet alone it would work.
571406
We do not carry any orthotics for flat feet. I am not aware of any company that does sell them for flat feet.
1863132
YES!!! I have flat feet and I always use Spenco's in my shoes; they are comfortable to the point where I'm replacing all insoles of all shoes I buy with Spenco; the arch part is not uncomfortable and it is hard for me to wear a shoe "without" an arch support; this insole provides excellent cushioning as well. Get it!! Don't hesitate!!
527408
I don't know about toe-walkers. Our granddaughter has flat feet and her osteopathic doctor recommended arch support, alongside the monthly treatment she received. We are extremely happy with this product, which helped a great deal. our granddaughter loves it and has now learned that if she does not wear them, her feet ache. Her arch is gradually developing. We got her a size 11. She still wears it even though her shoe size is 11 1/2. Janet
2008989
There is good arch support; there is not what I would call metatarsal support, if you mean extra padding or contouring in metatarsal area.
2118267
There is a small amount of extra cushioning on the heel. I wouldn't describe it as a raised heel, but it is not absolutely flat.
302677
I use it at work under my desk, so I haven't tried it with bare feet. I think it would be though... there are little nubs all over the top which look they would be relaxing like a little foot massage.
1863131
I believe so. My son has flat feet and since he started using them about 4 years ago has had no problems at all. Highly recommended.
1743648
Provided the sand is deep enough, and support a bit of pounding. The arch that I ordered was not used in a sand environment.