Specification ArchType : Low Arch Brand : Alpha Medical BulletPoint1 : ~ Superior protection from impact BulletPoint2 : ~ You would need up to 15 drug store insoles to equal the cushioning effect of one Alpha Medical vis BulletPoint3 : ~ Designed to help protect the skeletal system from jarring BulletPoint4 : ~ Made in USA BulletPoint5 : Skil-Care Specializes In: bed and wheelchair positioning, mattresses, skin protection, gait and transfer assistance, exercise, bariatric accessories, sensory stimulation, physical restraints and numerous other products that are essential. BulletPoint6 : Whether it is used by yourself or your family and friends,Add this product to your shopping cart with confidence! You will get a pair of brand new upgraded heel protectors. If you have any questions, please contact us. We are committed to providing the best foot products and services. Color : Beige CustomerPackageType : Standard Packaging ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier : 45065015422066 ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier1 : 671509115900 ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier2 : 0671509115900 ExternallyAssignedProductIdentifier3 : 00671509115900 Flavor : 503050 Indications : Height Discrepancy, Achilles Tendonitis, Leg Length Discrepancy InsoleType : Comfort Insole ItemForm : Gel ItemForm1 : cushions ItemForm2 : heel lifts for women ItemForm3 : shoe lift ItemForm4 : heel lifts ItemName : Alpha Medical Visco-Elastic Gel Heel Pad Insoles (Men's 5-7) ItemPackageDimensions_Height : 9.906 centimeters ItemPackageDimensions_Length : 41.402 centimeters ItemPackageDimensions_Width : 25.908 centimeters ItemPackageQuantity : 1 ItemTypeKeyword : heel-cushions-and-cups Manufacturer : Alpha Medical Material : Gel Material1 : Polyester Material2 : Nylon ModelNumber : 503050 NumberOfItems : 1 PartNumber : 40210 Pattern : Solid ProductBenefit : Foot Pain ProductBenefit1 : Heel Pain ProductBenefit2 : Heel Spur ProductBenefit3 : Plantar Fasciitis ProductBenefit4 : adjust a lift heel lift ProductBenefit5 : heel lifts for men ProductBenefit6 : heel wedge inserts ProductDescription : Due to fashion trends and cost cutting by manufacturers modern footwear rarely has sufficient cushioning. Most sports shoes which should offer better protection are rarely suitable for work or business use and studies have shown that most sports shoes lose much of their cushioning effect within a short time. For years, scientists have studied the problem and looked for possible solutions. Bio-engineers, orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists saw that, if they could find a way to place a shock absorber between foot and the ground, the energy would be diffused before it damaged the joints. For those already afflicted, such shock absorbers would help relieve pain and prevent further damage. Studies were designed, experiments were conducted, materials tested. The results all suggested that visco-elastic polymers were the optimum materials for underfoot cushioning. These synthetic materials, which are both dense and elastic, proved remarkably able to absorb the shock of heel strike. Taking up less space in the shoe than conventional foam materials, visco-elastic polymers are the most efficient form of under-foot cushioning available today. In fact you would need up to 15 drug store insoles to equal the cushioning effect of one Alpha Medical visco-elastic insole. In tests that actually measured the amount of shock that various parts of the body sustained when walking, visco-elastic materials in combination with micro-porous foams showed far greater ability than other materials to dampen shock and reduce rebound. They cushioned the skeleton as the foot hit the ground and instead of kicking back instantly, they dissipated the energy evenly over several milliseconds. That is key to protecting the joints.