Product Reviews

A custom orthotic may be designed for one individual, but it still has to function properly inside a mass-produced shoe. The wrong footwear can create heel movement, pressure across the top of the foot, insufficient toe room, instability, or discomfort—even when the orthotic itself is properly prescribed.

This guide explains how to evaluate the foot, orthotic, and shoe as one complete system. Learn what to bring to a fitting, when to remove the factory insole, how to check width and depth, why a larger shoe is not always the answer, and how to test the complete setup while walking or running. It also discusses orthotic-friendly footwear options, the APMA Seal of Acceptance, and how a Confluence Running Dynamic Footwear Specialist can help patients apply their provider’s footwear recommendations.