SALFORDINSOLE™

Key features

salfordinsole™ FIRM and FLEX

Precise anatomical geometry for proven pronation control

FLEX - has extra flexibility in the forefoot and heel cup areas

Medial heel wedge and heel raise additions available (pre taped with adhesive)
Individual shoe sizes for superior fit and comfort

Sizes: Junior 12 upwards to adult size 11

Silver based anti-microbial agents embedded in the material
Highly durable - lifetime guarantee

Machine washable and low odour properties
Environmentally friendly - 100% of the material can be recycled

Made using our unique SureStep-Control™ material - this offers the stiffness required to
resist forces under the heel and arch combined with flexibility in the forefoot for comfort.

All medial heel wedge and heel raise additions can be fitted at the chairside. No glue. No cutting.

 

salfordinsole™ incorporating Lateral Wedge Technology™

"the patients' choice: engineered to reduce damaging forces acting upon the knee. Provides effective pain relief and long term management of medial osteoarthritis of the knee"

Proven relief from medial knee pain in osteoarthritis of the knee
Ideal in cases of lateral ankle instability
The benefits of the lateral wedge but without increasing foot pronation

Flex lines at the forefoot maintain normal toe flexion

Individual shoe sizes for superior fit and comfort (Adult 3-11)
Silver based anti-microbial agents embedded in the material
Highly durable - lifetime guarantee
Machine washable and low odour properties
Environmentally friendly - 100% of the material can be recycled

TECHNICAL FILE:

salfordinsole™ geometry

The carefully crafted geometry of the salfordinsole™ is central to achieving its biomechanical aim.

The heel cup holds the heel in position after the foot hits the ground.
The medial and lateral profiles cradle the bones of the medial and lateral arches, and control rear and mid foot motion.
The forefoot fits snugly to prevent the insole and foot slipping inside the shoe.

The salfordinsole™ has a higher and unique proportioned arch contour in the anterior/posterior direction.

The profile and edges of the salfordinsole™ are adapted to fit into a wide range of footwear.

Material

The material used to construct an insole determines how its geometric shape influences the forces and pressures under the foot. The material is therefore critical to the insole correctly controlling movement of the foot.

The salfordinsoleâ„¢ family of orthoses are made from a mix of raw thermoplastic elastomer ingredients using a unique formulation to create SureStep-Control™. It has a very high abrasion rating so it guaranteed to last for many years - we offer a lifetime guarantee on the insole geometry .

The characteristics of this advanced material produce the strength to resist forces under the heel and arch, flexibility in the forefoot and a comfortable interface between the foot and the insole.

The specific formulation has the added advantage of silver based anti-microbial components.

 

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Testimonials

The salfordinsole™ family of orthoses is now in used across the UK and Ireland, in both the public and private sectors. We also have a growing number of health professionals in Australia, USA and Canada using our orthoses.

Here are comments from our own patients:

"It's been nearly two months since using the insoles and you'll be pleased to hear I have had nothing but success. They are extremely comfortable to wear and I now wear them all the time. The insole is very easy to transfer from one type of footwear to another. With me being in the Police I wear black boots for work and it's very easy to just transfer the insoles to my football boots"

" I've been wearing them in both my work boots and running shoes. I no longer get the pain in my lower shin and the heel pain is getting easier. I have tried many insoles but not got the results that I've had with these in such a short time. I will and have recommended the salfordinsole to others".

"...[the] insoles were perfect and I'd purchase an extra pair"

"Can't believe that something so simple can make such a huge difference to relieving the pain I was suffering from. I've managed to run several times a week recently and not experienced any of the sharp pains I had previously. I will continue to wear the insoles"

"I am entirely satisfied with the insoles. It is comfortable and robust. Can be used in different shoes with ease and comfort. The material makes it easy to clean, dry and change to other footwear"

"....[the] insoles have benefited me and my injury. Soon to attempt some hill walking!
I hope they become available to the public as soon as possible"

"Can I get another pair? It would save me having to swap between shoes. This has been the first time I have had an improvement in my injury for months."

"I instantly found them comfortable in my shoes."

When asked "what did you like best?" they said:

• "They work! Support makes walking comfortable"
• "Good fit to shoes"
• "Put knees in a straighter position. Improved injury!"
• "Cleanliness and smoothness"
• "Was able to undertake more activities with less pain"
• "Being unaware of them, confidence in exercising, hardness"
• "Size of arch and being full length"
• "Neat, easy to transfer, robust, serviceable material"
• "Non-slip surface, practical, easy to walk in, comfy"
• "Fit was great for non custom orthoses"
• "Easy to transfer between shoes, don't absorb sweat"
• "Fit, comfort and support"
• "Comfortable, reduced ankle pain that normally occurs"
• "Snug fit, very comfortable, distinctive."
• "No more pain or discomfort"
• "Good fit in shoes"
• "Keep feet in snug, stable position"
• "Good support at rear heel. Firm arch support"
• "Ease of removing, durability and support"
• "Supportive and comfortable after 5 minutes"
• "Very good fit in shoes - hardly notice they are there"
• "Support and confidence with weights"
• "Structured support underfoot giving confidence"
• "Good fit and comfortable when running"
• "The comfort and support that they give"
• "Felt better support for foot in general.... especially around the arch"

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is the arch shape the way it is?

The most recent kinematics research by foot biomechanics researchers at the University of Salford has shown that all the joints of the foot move during walking and running. This includes movement between the cuneiforms and the navicular, and between the metatarsals and the cuneiforms and cuboid. It is therefore critical to support all these joints with an orthosis if you are to control foot motion. This means that the geometry of the insole and arch contour must closely follow the three dimensional contours of the plantar surface of the foot.

The arch profile and 3D geometry of the salfordinsoleâ„¢ was created by synthesising an average geometry from a large range of foot casts. These casts were taken with the foot in the same position as would be used for a custom made foot orthosis.

What material is the insole made from?

The SureStep-Control™ material is a thermoplastic elastomer which means it offers the stiffness of traditional theromoplastic orthoses when used in areas such as the arch of the foot, but can also be more flexible than theromoplastic orthoses in areas such as the forefoot. We use high Shore values of 65-85 which is similar to medium to high density EVA. The specific formulation has the added advantage of embedded anti-bacterial agents.