Elvery's custom insoles

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Has anyone gotten these custom insoles from elverys?

They seem to heat them up in the store have you stand on them, on like a spongy cushion so that they shape around the structure of your foot.

Are they any good for general foot support, arch support ect? Has anyone gotten a set?

miller82

sounds good. Let me know how you get on if you do get them, please

geld

I was in Elverys recently and got fitted for them as I was getting Gait analysis done. I think they cost Eur 40/45.

While I didn't get a hard sell and they seemed to be comfortable enough. I didn't get them in the end. As I have a neutral gait I didn't feel the need for them.

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geld wrote: »

I was in Elverys recently and got fitted for them as I was getting Gait analysis done. I think they cost Eur 40/45.

While I didn't get a hard sell and they seemed to be comfortable enough. I didn't get them in the end. As I have a neutral gait I didn't feel the need for them.

I also have a neutral gait and bought technical runners designed for neutral gait which definitely have more of an arch support than regular cheap runners and most regular flat shoes like formal going out shoes or work shoes ect...

Is why I was considering getting them , for other types of footwear outside of the runners. Found the arch support in them very good and was wondering if the custom insoles would do the same trick in other footwear.

Havent heard any feedback on them from anyone yet tho.. I wont be rushing into buying them at 50 euro until I hear how others got on.

Clearlier

Absolute madness to go anywhere near this type of thing. If you need orthotics get proper orthotics. If you don't need them don't mess about with this - you'll only increase your chances of picking up an injury.

SM01

I'm no expert in orthotics but have 15+ years of experience wearing them. I'd *guess* that simply moulding the material to one's foot would only provide support and a supportive orthotic would only be a requirement in the case of specific foot types. It wouldn't do anything for a whole plethora of biomechanical anomalies such as a dropped metatarsal or a high arch. Also are there a variety of materials used? I've gone through 5 sets of supports and I react (eg. hard skin, blisters, aches) differently depending on how soft/ hard the shell and covering of the orthotic are made from. I'd be of the opinion that if you buy cheap, you buy twice and when my health is at stake I'd prefer to see an expert. I'm pretty sure Elverys don't employ a podiatrist.

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old thread i know, update, their ****e, dont get them.....

moonandstars

Clearlier wrote: »

Absolute madness to go anywhere near this type of thing. If you need orthotics get proper orthotics. If you don't need them don't mess about with this - you'll only increase your chances of picking up an injury.

Yeah but proper orthotics cost around 300eur, I got them ..and I don't think they were even fit right. So whoever has 300eur to spend on orthotics.. that's cool but I don't, I got mine when the medical card used to give them.

bewhiched

Hi moon and stars iv just left a foot specialist here in drogheda and she did a whole load of walking test bending my foot etc and turned out I need the orthotics and the special moulded ones are 380?? She gave me a list of exercises to do for my calf mucsle at the back so my feet will get used to them she'd another softer one there for 80 said try these first to see how u get on as I try to walk 7 miles a day!!

glaswegian

any update on this as i am considering getting measured for these as i have high arches and my calfs hurt when i walk for any long distance, and doctor advised me to get arch supports.

Clearlier

glaswegian wrote: »

any update on this as i am considering getting measured for these as i have high arches and my calfs hurt when i walk for any long distance, and doctor advised me to get arch supports.

If the doctors medical opinion is that you need orthotics then they should refer you to an orthotist/podiatrist. There are a ton of charlatans out there happy to take your money and sell you a solution which is not suitable for you. Most of them have had 1 weeks training on how to sell the product. An orthotist/podiatrist has spent 4 years studying the area. Nothing is certain in life but you should known how the odds are stacked before you play the game.

N.B. Having made this mistake a couple of time I can confidently say that physiotherapists do not know how to prescribe orthotics. Many think that they do - the best recognise that they don't and will refer you on to a podiatrist/orthotist. Don't let a physio prescribe you orthotics - they'll charge you the custom made prices but lack the knowledge to provide the right product.

glaswegian

Clearlier wrote: »

If the doctors medical opinion is that you need orthotics then they should refer you to an orthotist/podiatrist. There are a ton of charlatans out there happy to take your money and sell you a solution which is not suitable for you. Most of them have had 1 weeks training on how to sell the product. An orthotist/podiatrist has spent 4 years studying the area. Nothing is certain in life but you should known how the odds are stacked before you play the game.

N.B. Having made this mistake a couple of time I can confidently say that physiotherapists do not know how to prescribe orthotics. Many think that they do - the best recognise that they don't and will refer you on to a podiatrist/orthotist. Don't let a physio prescribe you orthotics - they'll charge you the custom made prices but lack the knowledge to provide the right product.

Thanks for your input, have you or do you know anyone who has had a negative experience with these insoles.
Thanks.

average_runner

glaswegian wrote: »

Thanks for your input, have you or do you know anyone who has had a negative experience with these insoles.
Thanks.

My wife got those insoles, they worked a treat for her. But she only does 20k max a week.

I have orthotics mainly because I had fallen arches as kid and was struggling with calf pains after runs. The insoles would not work for me.

If you have bad arches get the proper orthotics, but go to a good physio, someone here will recommend someone for you.

glaswegian

average_runner wrote: »

My wife got those insoles, they worked a treat for her. But she only does 20k max a week.

I have orthotics mainly because I had fallen arches as kid and was struggling with calf pains after runs. The insoles would not work for me.

If you have bad arches get the proper orthotics, but go to a good physio, someone here will recommend someone for you.

Thanks, I wouldn't be walking much more than 20k a week (I clocked it with my car) 4.2 k per day,the thing is I can't seem to shake off the lower leg pain when I'm walking,hence the visit to the GP. Budget also comes into the equation re orthotics, physio etc. What's the ballpark figure re this?
Cheers.

average_runner

glaswegian wrote: »

Thanks, I wouldn't be walking much more than 20k a week (I clocked it with my car) 4.2 k per day,the thing is I can't seem to shake off the lower leg pain when I'm walking,hence the visit to the GP. Budget also comes into the equation re orthotics, physio etc. What's the ballpark figure re this?
Cheers.

Around 300 euro. Are you sure you are wearing the correct runners for your feet?

glaswegian

hi average runner, i'm afraid 300 euro is way above what i can afford for insoles,i'm not quite sure if i'm wearing the correct runners but again cost has to be looked at. i wear a pair of sketchers which i bought a few weeks ago and they are the most comfortable pair of shoes i've worn for years. when i went to my GP he told me to do a thorough warm up before i go walking,which has helped greatly. i now have only a very slight ache in my calfs when i'm out. so my preparation (or lack of it) was probably the cause of my discomfort.
regards.

paulie gaultieri

For what its worth i have purchased 4 pairs of these over the years. Use them on long runs and longer walks. I have had issues with plantaar in the past but not since getting and using these (esp in flat sole shoes).
In the time i have used them i have done 5 marathons and 4 long distance triathlons and have had no significant injuries. This luck is attributable imho to pilates, yoga, a good foam roller, 8 hours kip whenever possible and these insoles. I have tried them in my cycling shoes to see if they prevent 'hot soles' - alas they didn't work for this complaint however.
Not suggesting anyone goes out and gets them but I have found them beneficial.