I'm an avid athlete and do a lot of running, 10-20 mile rigorous hikes, training to climb Mt. Whitney, etc, and was having pain in my metatarsophalangeal joint area. My orthopedic surgeon recommended I try these. They've completely taken care of my problem. If you are thinking of going to a podiatrist because you've developed pain or aching in that same area, please don't. The podiatrist said I needed orthotics, which would have cost over $500. For less than $50 my problem is solved.

My podiatrist recommended these to help to alleviate severe pain and tenderness in the big toe--joint forward of the ball of my foot as an alternative to surgery. I trimmed them to fit even though I'm wearing a half-size larger shoe than I used to and all my shoes have wide toe boxes. They gave me the bend I needed to begin reshaping my foot and helped to reduce my painfully swollen toes within a few days of wearing them--hoping they'll get even better as I break them in. Note: I have flat feet and the added arch support helped, too, but the insert reduced the wiggle room in the toe box area and my heels aren't fitting as snug as without them--some noticeable slipping in the heel. I wear zero-drop shoes with a low stack height so my feet are riding higher off the ... MoreMy podiatrist recommended these to help to alleviate severe pain and tenderness in the big toe--joint forward of the ball of my foot as an alternative to surgery. I trimmed them to fit even though I'm wearing a half-size larger shoe than I used to and all my shoes have wide toe boxes. They gave me the bend I needed to begin reshaping my foot and helped to reduce my painfully swollen toes within a few days of wearing them--hoping they'll get even better as I break them in. Note: I have flat feet and the added arch support helped, too, but the insert reduced the wiggle room in the toe box area and my heels aren't fitting as snug as without them--some noticeable slipping in the heel. I wear zero-drop shoes with a low stack height so my feet are riding higher off the ground but the trade-off is worth it. Although my shoes are no longer as flat to the ground as before, I am still able to do tai chi without any problems, and walking, running, and cross-training have become more comfortable. Due to the added lift, I'm concerned that I'll turn an ankle when playing tennis or basketball. But I'm going to purchase another pair or two to stop having to change inserts in all my different shoes.

I have high arches and have worn Green for +/- 10 years. They are comfortable, supportive and do not loose the original shape. They are long-lasting, even after multiple washing machine cleanings. Seven years ago I had 3 1/2 hour foot surgery which included the permanent insertion of 4 screws. The original plan was that once my cast was removed I would need a customized sole orthotic to support the repaired bones. A few weeks before my cast was removed I showed my orthopedic surgeon one of the Superfeet Green that I had been wearing before the surgery. She examined it and said that Green would be all I needed and I didn’t need a customized orthotic sole insert. I have been wearing Green successfully and pain free ever since. I am 6’1’’ and weigh 240 pounds.