Heel cups

If you're looking for a 5 cm invisible heel-piece or simply want to understand how to put on heel-pieces, then this section is for you. SmartFeet is undoubtedly the leading supplier in France. Manufacturing and Premium Quality to guarantee heel pads that for greater comfortand and less drudgery in your daily life. SmartFeet Talonnettes are ranked No. 1 in the French-speaking market thanks to what they can offer you, in addition to the service provided by the brand. Let's discover the world of SmartFeet heel pads.

Who can wear heel-pieces?

Heel-pieces can be worn by by anyone. For medical reasons, sporting reasons or simply for appearance. Wearing heel lifts has become the norm for thousands of French people who are concerned about their heel spurs, who want to appear taller or who want to improve their comfort when walking.

Heel-pieces are also suitable for people with heel spurs, tendonitisas well as plantar fasciitis or aponévrosite plantar. Other pathologies can be treated partially or totally with the use of heel pads. To find out more, we recommend that you consult a podiatrist specializing in foot and nail disorders.

Heel-pads can also play an important anti-shock assistance if you engage in regular physical activity or sport, or if you have a job requiring physical skills (installing security doors, handling, logistics, etc.).

How do I put on heel pads?

Start by finding out what you need to know, and choosing the heel pads that match your needs and pathology (if necessary). If you're suffering from pain, you can consult a specialist podiatrist who can advise you on the right heel pads for you.

Generally speaking, you'll be in one of the following situations:

• In possession of two medical heel pads (each for one foot)
• In possession ofa single medical heel-piece for one foot and a second (normal) one for the other.

Once you've received the heel pads at home or in the office, you can prepare your shoes by cleaning them (especially the bottom of the shoe).

You can then place your heel pad flat inside the shoe, carefully pressing the edge against the heel of your shoe (inner side). If you're using a single medical heel pad, please make sure it's placed inside the correct shoe.

Don't forget the second heel cup shoe, cleaning the bottom and fitting it with the correct heel cup (medical or normal).

Types of heel pads available from SmartFeet

At SmartFeet, you can find the ideal heel pad for your men's heel-pad shoes, but don't worry. The catalog is sorted by pathology, and by the function of your heel-piece to make browsing and searching easier. You'll also find a handy filter, which you can use to sort models according to the following parameters:

• the action or function of your heel pads
• The pathologies you wish to treat
• The materials making up your heel pad
• Your foot size

If you want to buy heel pads for heel spurstendinitis, Achilles tendon, Sever's disease or other foot and ankle pathologies, you can ask your podiatrist for a prescription that will enable you to choose an orthopedic heel-piece adapted to your case. You can also contact us for personalized, step-by-step support based on your pathology and medical history.

What materials are available for SmartFeet heel pads?

Gel heel pads

For guaranteed relief, SmartFeet offers suitable, tested materials that enable us to target predefined functions for each heel pad. Gel is the most common material used in the design of shock-absorbing heel pads. Visit gel heel pads cushion shocks and relieve pain caused by various pathologies.

Silicone heel pads

Silicone is widely used in the production and manufacture of silicone heel pads. This is undoubtedly the frequent useThis is undoubtedly due to the frequent, everyday and robust use that this material offers and adds to the products. The additional advantage lies in the flexibility and maneuverability of silicone products. This is what enables your heelpieces to take on a new dimension. fixed, snug fit inside the shoe.

How to choose the right heel lifts?

Heel-pieces are your daily companion in all your tasks and your life of movement and walking. That's why you need to take the time to use this guide to help you choose the right heels. Whether you're looking for gym heels, growing heels, compensatory heels or medical heels, there's a wide range of heels to choose from. precise criteria to choose the right heel-piece online or in-store:

• Choose heels that fit properly, are long enough and extend well towards the ball of your foot.
• Choose heels with a long, consistent slope that starts at the back and ends at the edge of your foot.
• Avoid "bumpy" sensations in the middle or at any level of the foot. Every "bumpy" sensation means potential discomfort during use.
• Avoid rubbing sensations from top to bottom. Every "rubbing" sensation can mean that there is vertical movement "play".
• Encourage sport-dedicated heel cups such as skiing, running, etc., to go with firm shoes. If you're a sportsman or woman, don't use your walking heels for running or intense sporting activity.

Don't forget to talk to the store clerk to express your discomfort. If you're consulting a podiatrist, you can give him or her precise feedback when the heels are delivered. You can also buy scholl heel pads from a pharmacy. Finally, if you use our online store, you can contact us to arrange for a sales assistant to assist you with your purchase.

Women's heel lifts

Women's heel cups are shoe accessories designed to add height and support to the heel. Visit women's heel cups can be useful for people looking to increase their height, relieve foot or ankle pain, or for shoes that are too big.

Heel lifts for men

Men's heel pads are generally made from materials such as gel, rubber, foam or silicone, and can be placed inside the shoe to provide extra comfort.