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Insoles come in all shapes and sizes, with some being geared toward providing more comfort, while others are geared towards providing more support or relief for foot-related pain. While this review can serve as a guideline for what the best insoles are like, if you suffer from foot pain, it should not be a replacement for medical advice from an expert in foot care. If you are not used to arch support, it is recommended that you give your feet time to adjust to your new insoles by wearing them for longer and longer each day before you decide they are not for you. If your heels are too big, toe inserts can be a welcome addition, providing support at the front of the shoe. How do I care for my insoles? Most insoles last about one year, Sutera says. Your insoles may need to be replaced sooner if they're flattening or peeling, if they have holes in them, or if they look generally worn out. Sizes: Men’s 8 to 15.5, Women’s 5 to 14.5 | Arch Type: Neutral | Anti-Odor: Yes | Materials: Polyurethane foam, nylon, neoprene | Our Overall Rating: 5/5

Added warmth. As well as making your shoes fit better, insoles can also help your feet feel warmer. Adding an extra layer that helps you to insulate your feet in colder weather. Arch Support: The amount of arch support you need in an insole depends on your foot type and any conditions you might have. The right arch support can help relieve pain from flat feet, fallen arches, and high arches. Hummer says it can even reduce knee pain by gently correcting your feet and promoting proper alignment. Look for insoles with arch support that's firm enough, so they don't flatten out when you step on them, says Valencia, but not so firm that they're uncomfortable or cause your feet to cramp.Improved posture. Insoles can also be used to help correct issues with posture. These types of insoles are specialised, and are known as orthotics or orthotic insoles . They can be custom-made to provide appropriate treatment for certain problems that affect standing, walking or running – providing arch support where it is needed. Plantar fasciitis: "Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of a ligament on the bottom of the arch and heel that is prone to overuse", said Kor. "This overuse is usually the result of many factors, including foot structure, weight carried, shape of foot, activity level, shoe gear, etc."

Flat feet: "A flat foot has no or a significantly decreased arch on the inside of the foot", explained Kor. "Most flat feet function (when walking, climbing, running, etc.) in a more pronated position. This foot structure can be rigid or flexible".Sizes: Men’s 5 to 13, Women’s 6 to 14 | Arch Type: Low, neutral | Anti-Odor: Yes | Materials: Foam, fabric | Our Overall Rating: 5/5 Sizes: Men’s 8 to 14, Women’s 6 to 10 | Arch Type: Low | Anti-Odor: No | Materials: Not listed | Our Overall Rating: 4.8/5