Uncomfortable footwear? How to choose the right shoe insoles?

Shoe insoles – why is it worth using them?

Shoe inserts are not a widely advertised product, which is a pity. Many people forget that they can significantly improve the comfort of using shoes. You don't have to give up the sneakers, high heels, moccasins or other shoes you just bought, even if they turn out to be uncomfortable. Thanks to the insole, you can adjust the shoe to your foot and ensure that wearing them does not cause discomfort. Good insoles must fit the foot perfectly, so adjusting them takes quite a long time.

Particular attention should be paid to insoles that are supposed to have a health-promoting nature - correct posture defects, joint deformations or eliminate pain. Then it is a good idea to choose orthopedic shoe inserts that will have a beneficial effect on health problems.

Another reason for using shoe inserts may be an ill-fitting shoe size. Did you order a model that was too large and you liked it very much and in a burst of emotion you decided to keep it? It happens. Now, however, you cannot expose your feet to lack of comfort and wear wobbling shoes. Well-chosen insoles will fix this problem and make even too large shoes as comfortable as possible. Below we advise you how to choose insoles for the situation!

5 tips on how to choose the right shoe insoles

• If you want the insoles not only to improve the comfort of wearing shoes, but also to have a positive impact on the health of your feet, posture or joints - do not buy ready-made orthopedic insoles. Instead, we recommend going to an orthopedist who will adjust them to your needs. Orthopedic shoe inserts require checking which places on the foot are overloaded and which are underloaded, and sometimes it is even necessary to take an X-ray of the foot. Only then can you be sure about the effectiveness of this solution. However, keep in mind that this type of insoles are quite thick, so they do not fit all types of shoes. It will be difficult to wear them with moccasins, ballet flats, stilettos, espadrilles or narrow pumps, but they will work perfectly with sneakers, sports shoes, ankle boots, boots or low shoes.
• Shoe inserts are especially useful in the autumn and winter season. They will provide additional thermal insulation against cold and moisture - wet or frozen feet may result in colds and numerous other diseases. Properly fitting shoe insoles should be made of good quality materials, we recommend e.g. felt, lambskin, terry cork or aluminum foil. This type of inserts will provide protection against moisture and excellent thermal insulation at moderate temperatures. However, if severe frosts come, choose much thicker inserts - e.g. made of dense wool, velvet or fleece.
• Do you focus on activity? Then you should be interested in running insoles. Sometimes even properly selected footwear - for example, one that fits the upper to the foot, is light, airy and has good cushioning - may be insufficient. When running, the entire body weight rests on the feet, so their comfort and safety are extremely important. Running insoles will be a practical addition to your footwear. We recommend choosing leather or gel ones, especially designed for runners. The products also offer a number of additional properties - e.g. protection against bacteria and fungi that develop rapidly in a humid environment.
• Scented insoles – in the spring and summer season, a common problem is an unpleasant smell inside the shoes. Poor ventilation of shoes, low-quality materials used in their production or simply sweating of the feet as a result of high heat contribute to the moisture of the shoes and thus the development of bacteria and fungi. These can generate an unpleasant odor, which is why scented inserts come to our aid. This product is intended to provide the feet with an appropriate hygienic environment and absorb moisture, but also neutralize the odor.
• Gel inserts are another option. Their biggest advantage is their transparency, thanks to which you can use them without embarrassment even with open shoes - e.g. high heels with an open heel or sandals. The available gel inserts come in various shapes, so you can easily adjust them to your foot and footwear. To clean the inserts, simply wipe them with a damp cloth or use soapy water. You can also exchange them for new ones or switch to another pair of shoes at any time. In specialized stores you will also find orthopedic gel insoles, ideal for correcting various types of foot defects.

As you can see, there is always a way to find comfortable footwear. We hope that our tips will help you deal with the problem and now you know how to choose the right shoe insoles. However, if these do not pass the test or you are looking for a new model of footwear, we recommend checking out the offer of the KeeShoes online store!