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Heel elevations usually have a specific purpose. You can elevate a heel for a leg length discrepancy usually up to a half inch. Anything higher would alter the pitch from heel to ball of foot. In that case you would do a full elevation across the entire surface of the sole (see sole elevation). In some cases, such as damaged achilles tendon, drop foot or severe plantar fasciitis, a doctor will prescribe higher elevation amounts.
Rocker soles provide a natural rolling gait. Great for taking the pressure off the metatarsal region of the foot and can promote a normal gait for those with fused ankles or problems bending the foot.
Most orthotic inserts have a hard shell. That hard shell is your basic support. Support must be firm. Over that shell is the padding and a cover over the padding. This padding and cover are important to the complete comfort … Continued
Sole Flairs are extensions on the medial or lateral side of the shoe. They are to enhance stability. All flairs are capped with a full sole. Flairs can be put on one or both shoes depending on what you need. … Continued