Have you ever felt sore after a long day of walking, standing, or running? That pain may not be tired muscles; it could be your body asking for better support. One way to help your body out is to use shock absorbing insoles.
Shock absorbing insoles are made with support in mind. Typically, shock absorbing insoles are made with cushioning materials that are designed to help reduce pressure on your feet, knees, legs, and joints. In return, this provides impact protection from the ground to give the user more support.
In this post we break down the reasons to switch and how to choose a high-quality shock absorbing insole.
Shock absorbing insoles are designed specifically with comfort and support in mind. By using advanced shape technology and materials they can cushion the feet and provide additional arch support. Overall, this can potentially reduce fatigue and foot problems related to heels and arches.
The impact of each step taken does add up over time. Shock absorbing insoles with a supportive shape can minimize the strain on feet to provide more stability and keep the foot in a neutral position. This can help reduce discomfort related to under- or over-pronation.
Shoes with poor cushioning or support can have a negative effect on your gait, which places more strain on your feet, ankles, and spine. Using shock absorbing insoles may help reduce the impact of force on your lower limbs. This could help your body maintain proper alignment in activities where you find yourself walking or standing for long periods of time.
Shock absorbing insoles typically offer more comfort than normal insoles, especially for those who are on their feet all day. The mix of cushioning, support, and stability can help reduce points of pressure and pain. By using shock absorbing insoles, you can make a difference in how you feel after a long day of work or activity.
When choosing an insole, it is important to consider your personal needs as well as your lifestyle.
For example, if you plan on wearing a specific shoe for work, where you are on your feet all day, a supportive poured PU foam is ideal. However, if you are looking to wear a shoe for nice walks and comfort around the house, a cushioning foam like open cell PU foam would be best. For athletes who are focused on performance feedback, you need a lightweight foam with high rebound, such as EVA.
At INSITE, we specialize in creating cushioning materials for shock absorbing insoles. We offer three categories of cushioning insole foams: poured PU, open cell PU, and EVA.
INSITE EcoComfort® open cell PU foams add lightweight shock absorption to a variety of footwear, especially casual and athletic footwear. Open cell foams allow for greater air circulation thanks to their construction. This creates a more breathable foam with soft cushioning and impact protection.
INSITE Levation™ poured PU foams are engineered for strong shock absorption. These foams provide greater underfoot cushioning and shape support with a durable compression set to ensure long-term impact protection. Thanks to this durability and fatogue relief, our poured PU foams are ideal for work footwear.
Both INSITE EcoComfort and Levation foams are available in an array of customizable formulas to meet the needs of different footwear categories based on physical properties and bio-content.
INSITE Pulsion® EVA foams are designed to provide performance benefits for athletes. This foam is based on lightweight shock absorption for athletic footwear like running and basketball shoes.
INSITE builds insoles on the science of biomechanics. It’s the data-driven approach that helps you build shoes with the ideal fit and cushioning for your customers’ everyday movement.
Elevate the comfort, performance, and support of your footwear—with an insole that provides optimal shock absorption for your footwear.
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