what is a cork lift

what is a cork lift

The Heel Lift needs to fit inside the heel part of the shoe. Our innovative cork heel lifts are designed to fit many types of shoes and boots. They are lightweight and made from high-quality cork covered with soft vinyl. The lifts beveled edges prevent curling in closed heeled shoes, and the lift is tapered at the front for a smooth transition from arch to the foot.

Note: Heel lifts are sold as a pair. If you purchase quantity 1, you will receive 1 pair of the size you choose. (Sizes in a pair cannot be different.)

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FAQ

What is the cork lift?

natural rubber cork base heel lift. medical grade heel lift for shoes. used for limb length discrepancy, low back pain and sciatic pain.

Can heel lifts cause problems?

Placing heel lifts in your shoes creates secondary effects similar to the wearing of any high-heeled shoes; cowboy boots, ladies’ high-heels, and many types of fashion shoes cause similar adaptations in the wearer’s stride, gait, foot, and lower leg, and can create foot and ankle problems if the added height is

Do I really need a heel lift?

Heel lifts are not just for anatomical leg deficiency, use them if you have unleveling of the sacrum, or if the body of L5 is wedged, or there is a deficient plateau of the sacrum. These are all anatomical deficiencies and need to be addressed by some means of supporting the deficient side.

Can a heel lift help back pain?

The increased heel height also shortens the distance between the calcaneus and metatarsals, thereby reducing strain in the plantar aponeurosis [2]. As elevating the rearfoot may alter muscle activation during gait, heel lifts have been used for relieving low back pain [3].

What is a Cork heel lift?

Cork heel lifts can be placed above or under the insole or heel pad of the shoe. Placing a firm lift under the insole means that your foot rests on the same amount of cushioning as in the unmodified shoe – the lift simply adds height, rather than bounce.

What is a Cork lift?

Cork lifts are available in a wide range of sizes and heights, and typically are covered with a leather or vinyl surface to protect the cork against abrasion and increase their life. Cork lifts are a particularly good alternative for ladies dress shoes, due to their light weight.

What are G&W Cork heel lifts and shoe lifts?

G&W cork heel lifts and shoe lifts are designed for a comfortable fit in managing leg deficiencies. They are available in 3mm, 5mm, 7mm, and 9mm heights and are lightweight with beveled edges which makes for a good fit in both dress and casual shoes. Available at a savings in Patient Packs of four lifts, which include double faced tape.

What are Cork heel lifts for plantar fasciitis?

Cork Heel Lifts For Plantar Fasciitis are an affordable, effective, and simple treatment for heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendonitis, and Sever’s Disease.

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