Children can benefit from shoe insoles and orthotic arch supports
just as much as adults do, though their needs for an insole or arch
support are different from the needs of adults.
Fall is the time of year when those of us here receive the most
requests for children\'s insole and arch support recommendations.
This is because kids are heading back to school and wearing their
new (and sometimes uncomfortable) shoes, or because fall sports are
starting up and kids are beginning to find their athletic shoes
& cleats uncomfortable after a full day\'s activity. The bad
news: Kids aren\'t immune to foot pain. The good news: There are a
number of options available to help your children find relief from
their discomfort.
What kind of children\'s insoles should I buy?
When looking to purchase insoles for children, the kind of insole
your child needs depends on a few factors:
1. Shoe size
2. Age
3. Activity level & type
4. Current pain symptoms
Shoe size:
Even among different children\'s inner soles, the available sizing
varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. As such, shoe size is a
critical thing to consider when purchasing a children\'s insole.
Not only do you need to ensure that an insole is available in the
shoe size that your child currently wears, but you\'ll also want to
ensure that your child can continue to wear that insole as they
grow — they might wear a toddler\'s size 7 now, but they\'ll need a
larger size sooner than later, and youll want to be able to find
the same product in a larger size!
