Do these have the hard plastic support under the arch??
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Yes, it's quite hard and does not compress. That makes it far more supportive. The squishy ones are just cushions - this one actually holds your foot in the proper position so it doesn't pronate. I ordered an extra set, but I've been surprised how well the first ones have held up. They've kept the arch.
1693641
No, they are constructed of different layers of foam. They work great by the way, I have about six pair!
443284
I can't say for certain on the metatarsal support, but these are very well padded and they wear extremely well for a softer insole. The arch support is good, again for this type of insole. I have narrow feet and these have worked pretty well in casual shoes. Many insoles with this type of heel support are too wide to fit my shoes. These work and it is easy to trim the toe part. I hope that helps.
237695
Hi, I think they'll do what you want. The description says insoles, I didn't see arch support mentioned. They are flat and fairly thin so they should fit in most applications, and they add a bit of pad and comfort without taking up too much room.
977916
I have high arches, and they work well for my feet... I'm not a podiatrist, but I suspect the hard arch support might be a little much for flat feet
1508103
Neither, I tried them and they are worthless. That's my opinion. I need an orthotic arch support and these were not the answer - I emphasize - for me. But, go bigger than smaller!
2121813
they give good arch support, i have very high arches. they helped me with plantar fascitis. wore them religiously for about 6 months, now i dont need them as ive strengthened my foot muscles by hiking.
1061511
Yes. These were the brand suggested by my daughter's Physical Therapist to better align her low arches and hip/leg position. We brought the inserts to a therapy session at the PT's request. She cut them in a way maintained the arch support in the proper place, that is she took some off the front as well as the heel to make sure the arch support stayed under the arch of the foot. We purchased one pair for street shoes and one for her soccer cleats that can get real dirty and smelly if need be.
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Yes they do have big arches but it feels quite good, the entire heel has support, the only complain is that they reach till the middle of the foot so the front middle may get rush with the nude sole of the shoe if you're running or walking a lot specially if you don't use socks
452747
No, they just have a good insole, but nothing but "plastic boot" on the tops of your feet and legs. Hope this helps!
1196983
No they are hard plastic but they are holding up well and I run over some pretty rough ground
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.
2170107
I am sorry but I no longer have mine and I don't remember about the arch support.
1523476
Yes I found they do have all over cushion in them. They are pretty wide though, but trimmed up just fine. If you need extra heel support, I also purchased "PROFOOT Plantar Fasciitis Orthotics, Women's 6-10" and those have a little more heel cushion, but no cushion for the front ball of the foot. Hope this helps!
739896
Unfortunately, they do not. I looked and looked for ones that do have plastic, but couldn't find any. These are large and cover well. They are rather thin though. They do work for my handicapped sister.
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Hi Jane. All the powerstep orthotics have a relatively hard arch, however, it is somewhat flexible. I find the black ones to be the best. They work well for me even when I put them in my UGGs (which have no arch support). Hope this helps
2024494
Yes they do and they are very sturdy, we wore them all spring, summer and fall and had no problems.
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.