How to Use Insoles

Insoles help reduce foot problems in athletes and other active people without being too expensive. Learn how to use insoles and stay fit in this sports medicine video.

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Help treat problems in arch &sole
Several options available
Fit snugly in shoes
Stand up as you tie your shoe
No break-in period needed

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Mike Vera is an athletic trainer the Roger Clemens Institute at Memorial Hermann Hospital. The Clemens Institute is the largest, most comprehensive medically based sports program in the Southwest.

MIKE VERA: As people are more physically active, inevitable they are going to suffer from foot problems. One way to help treat feet problems, either in the arch or the foot itself, is with insoles. There are several types available. The good old standard insole that you can cut to size and insert in your shoe. You can also get the newer type of--that are gel, gel back. These are a little bit more pliable. They tend to be more of a custom-type of fit. Again, you can cut them as you need it. A couple of things about when you put your insoles in your shoe, make sure that as you sit it in there, you do not want to cut it too short - because you can not uncut it, so trim it to where you need to - and lace the shoe, put your foot in there, stand up on it as you tie your shoe, and make sure there is a good, comfortable fit. There is no breaking period for insoles, so they should work almost immediately. Remember, taking care of your feet is important, especially if you are physically active. And insoles is a good start.

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