MD Podiatrist Discusses How to Choose an Insert

The material and structure of your insole are important factors, but there are plenty of other things to take into consideration when choosing a shoe insert. “You want to look for materials that are semi-resistant, materials that actually provide support,” Dr. Michaels says. “You want something that actually contours the arch and resists bending.”
  
Dr. Michaels notes that people with a higher arch will “do better with a less-rigid type of insert.” They should also look for an insert that will contour the arch and bring the ground up in essence. On the other hand, those with flat feet might want an insole with a bit more structure.