Best running insoles?

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9 years ago 02/26/2015 9:36am EST

I am suffering pretty badly at the moment (and probably forever) with knee osteoarthritis. I know that each time Im going out running im going to end up making it a whole lot worse.. though on good days it does help with my knees mobility. Anyway I really need some good insoles which help with shock as I find that sudden jolts and shocks to my knees is what my osteoarthritis thrives upon. Iv seen quite a few online that look okay however im not sure what I should be buying.. do I go with custom insoles which are fixed in one position so im told so I wouldn't think hat they would be very good at flexing and adapting meaning shock absorption wont be that good or do I settle with some off the shelf ones. Off the shelf ones truth be told i would prefer because they are a lot cheaper.

I also need some insoles to sort out my feet too..... iv had loads of different foot injuries over the years... and its not like I run weirdly.. I think I just have weird feet.

These edunonline ones look good to me:

http://www.edunonline.com/product/edunonline-sport-orthotic-insoles/

What do you guys think? Does anyone else have any other suggestions?

Are insoles even the right way to go to stop injury? Or do I need more focus on stretches and exercises to improve strength in my lower limbs instead?

9 years ago 02/26/2015 10:17am EST

re: thatbooman

Green superfeet insoles. Miracle cure

9 years ago 02/26/2015 10:23am EST

re: thatbooman

I've had lots of ankle/arch pain on and off over the years. I use Superfeet Green insoles in all my running shoes. I often order them on bestinsoles.com, but sometimes other sites will offer them at a lower price.

I believe the coupon code "WARM10" is still valid to get 10% off your order.

9 years ago 02/26/2015 10:36am EST

re: adsfdas

Another vote for Superfeet.

Also, have you tried varus/valgus wedges? Work for some.

Studies in 1997, 2002 and 2004 showed a strong scientific basis that custom orthotics with specific types of wedging are effective in reducing pain in persons with medial knee osteoarthritis. In a 2005 study of 30 persons with medial knee osteoarthritis, subjects were given foot orthoses with a 5 degree lateral wedge. At 6 weeks, all subjects had some relief and 28 found the orthoses comfortable.

9 years ago 02/26/2015 10:53am EST

re: thatbooman

I vote against Superfeet. It is a good product, but not for what you need. I have used a number of different types/brands, and would recommend Dr. Scholl's for you. Get the "Gel/Sport" version. They are the least expensive of what I have tried, and they are perhaps the best overall--especially for your type of problem.

9 years ago 02/26/2015 12:09pm EST

re: thatbooman

If you have more serious issues and really need orthotics, you should get custom ones from the Hanger Clinic.

9 years ago 02/26/2015 12:18pm EST

re: Roadless Warriors

Spenco's all day !! I keep them in my work boots and trainer's. I don't use them in my racing sneaks or on treadmill runs.

I also believe in keeping a few different styles of running shoes in rotation.

9 years ago 02/28/2015 3:13pm EST

re: thatbooman

Go to a running store and try on a variety. The store I work at sells Spenco and Sofsole for cusioning and 10seconds and powerstep for arch support. Depending on what your gait is and where your pain is mostly located will determine what will probably work best.

9 years ago 02/28/2015 3:37pm EST

re: DCtc

What's a good insole with a metatarsal arch?

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