Womens Orthotic Friendly Shoes

Many adults in Australia experience foot pain in their heel or foot arches on a regular basis. Wearing orthotics or orthopaedic shoes can help to improve and prevent a huge range of foot problems such as pain, swelling and bad posture.

Orthotic friendly footwear is designed specifically for people who wear removable orthotics. With Brand House Direct's huge range of orthotic friendly styles, you can shop with the confidence of knowing that your perfect pair of shoes are compatible with a full length orthotic.

For those among us who do not use removable orthotics, orthopaedic shoes are designed to provide built-in support where you need it most. Typically including strong arch support, contoured footbeds and heavenly heel cushioning, orthopaedic shoes are a great option for anyone looking to relieve or prevent foot problems.

Shop hundreds of stylish and supportive orthotic friendly shoes at Brand House Direct. In addition to our extensive range of women's orthotic friendly shoes, we also stock a huge range of unisex options in a wide variety of sizes. Join the Brand House Direct family today and receive $10 off your first order over $80 in item cost, simply by signing up for our newsletter!

Orthotic shoes FAQ

Is there a difference between orthotic and orthopaedic shoes?

Although they may sound similar, orthotic and orthopaedic shoes are different.

1. Orthotic friendly shoes are designed to securely house most store-bought or custom built orthotics. In order to support the foot posture of the wearer, orthotics need to sit snugly into a shoe so that they don't slide around. Orthotic friendly styles of footwear typically include slightly deeper footbeds and removable insoles.
2. Orthopaedic shoes are new shoes designed with built-in foot support above and beyond what you would find in a typical non-orthopaedic shoe. The most common orthopaedic feature found in these shoes is strong arch support, which is essential for properly supporting feet, ankles and legs.

Can orthotics be worn in any pair of shoes?

These days, there is no need to sacrifice style for comfort when it comes to orthotic friendly shoes. Orthotics can be worn in shoes with enough room for the orthotic to sit securely. In addition to stylish flats, sneakers and boots, there are even orthotic friendly sandals! The wide range of orthotic footwear on the market means that your feet can be supported for any occasion, any time of year.

How do you correctly insert orthotics?

To correctly insert your new orthotics, follow these simple steps:

1. Check the insole of your shoes to ascertain whether they are glued down. Many new shoes now come with removable footbeds. If your shoes do have removable insoles, take these out and place them somewhere safe.
2. Slide your full length orthotic into one of your shoes.
3. Check the fit of your orthotic. Does it fit well? There should be no large gaps at the heel or toe, and your orthotic should not warp the outer shoe material. If your orthotic is too big, you can get the right fit by gradually trimming the edges until it sits snugly inside the shoe.
4. When your orthotic is installed, try on your shoe to ensure it is not too tight or too loose.

Should you wear orthotics in running shoes?

Running shoes are typically designed to provide extra cushioning and comfort to the wearer, but is this enough to support your feet? While the cushioning used in running shoes is wonderful for reducing the impact of pounding the pavement, they are not generally designed to provide arch support. It is perfectly ok to wear orthotics in running shoes. Using custom orthotics in your running shoes is a great way to improve your foot posture and help prevent foot problems.