TYPE 1 · FOR FLAT FEET
Flat-feet,
meet pain-free.
Correction, not cushioning.
Orthotics specifically designed to maximize comfort and performance for flat feet and overpronation.
What True Correction Looks Like
Flat feet tilt inward, increasing your chance of injury and long-term pain.
Why Most Insoles Fail
FootScientific orthotics tilt pronated feet outward, providing stability and bringing the foot into a neutral position. By neutralizing the foot, you create a stable foundation for a better step-off. Type 1 transfers power to large muscle groups, away from pain-vulnerable small muscles and tendons.
- Properly align from the ground up
- Efficiently engage large muscle groups
- Reduce stress on ankles, knees, and hips
Materials surpass comfort of most custom footbeds while retaining corrective features.
Confirm Your Foot Type
Step flat on the floor with your shin straight up and down. Slide your index finger underneath the middle of your foot.
The Flat Foot Test
If you can barely fit a finger—or can't at all—you have flat feet. Type 1 is your match.
From Pronated to Neutral
See how the 3° medial wedge brings your foot to proper alignment.
Foot tilts inward, stressing joints and tendons
Neutral position, proper weight distribution
Stable Foundation
Proper alignment from the ground up
Power Transfer
Efficient use of large muscle groups
Pain Relief
Reduced stress on ankles, knees, hips
Type 1: 4-Layer Design
The materials used surpass comfort of most custom footbeds while retaining corrective features. The primary material, a cork amalgam, holds its comfortable shape over time with extra cushion for the heel and ball of the foot.
Stay-Dry™ B.K. Mesh
Moisture-wicking fabric keeps feet dry and comfortable all day.
EVA Foam Padding
Cushioning on top of structure—comfort without compromising correction.
3° Medial Wedge
Angled insert that tilts feet outward, mechanically correcting pronation.
Cork Amalgam Base
Firm enough to correct, flexible enough to conform over time.
WATCH THE EXPERT
Orthopedic Surgeon Rob Faux, M.D. Explains the Pronated Foot
Superior to Custom Orthotics
Your foot falls comfortably into Arches' patented corrective shapes.
Keeping it Honest and Simple
Choosing an orthotic based on your foot-type is much more important than selling orthotics based on the activity you engage in.
Designed for Power
Transfers power to large muscle groups, away from pain-vulnerable small muscles and tendons.
Correction AND Comfort
Not a gushy gel, not a rigid base. Cork amalgam keeps shape while conforming to your foot.
Brand Comparisons
See how FootScientific stacks up against drugstore insoles and overpriced custom orthotics.
✓ Avoid the Custom-Orthotic Scam
- Custom orthotics are priced MUCH too high.
- Research shows pre-fabricated orthotics can be just as effective as custom options.
- An orthotic should correct your foot's alignment, not merely replicate its shape.
- Enterprises like Good Feet or Foot Levelers have compelling marketing, but your best option is a high-quality prefab designed for your specific foot type.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Expert answers to help you find the right solution
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