PowerstepMetatarsal Pads for Women and Men Ball of Foot Cushions

These inserts for my metatarsal are perfect. I must walk in a way that I squeeze the metatarsal area and it was causing a great deal of pain. These inserts help my foot spread out so the nerve isn’t squeezed. The other thing I really like about them is that in my shoes that have a removable insole, I can put one of these inserts on the bottom and replace the insert so you don’t even see it in there. My issue is with my right foot, if the shoe/sandal doesn’t have a removable insole then I put the metatarsal pad on the top but if I can remove the insole then I use the left foot pad and put it upside down on the insole. Works perfect.

I have severe arthritis in my metatarsal joint on one of my feet, which has been a huge problem. I do have custom orthotics which I use often. However, the orthotics do not fit well in certain shoes, especially hiking boots and my Blundstones winter boots. So I thought I would try these.I carefully placed them to locate them exactly where the metatarsal support is on my orthotics; there was some trial and error which meant putting them in and then pulling them off and relocating them. I was worried that the adhesive might be compromised by repeatedly placing them and then peeling them off the insoles.They worked beautifully. I have had them in for months and they are still sticking in place very well, and they are almost as effective as my orthotics in avoiding foot pain.Tip: remove your shoe insoles first, then place the pads where you think they should go and then replace the insoles over top and try them. That way if there is any reduction in the adhesive strength, it won't matter because they are hidden under the insoles.Also note they do NOT go under the arch of your foot, but just behind the metatarsal joint (ie just to the rear of the ball of your foot) close to the inside (instep) slide of the foot. If you aren't used to wearing orthotics, they will feel a little odd until you get used to them.

These were transformational for a 4th metatarsal issue. Put onto them by my podiatrist after tear shaped pads weren’t cutting the mustard! Can now walk kilometres with no issues.

I've had a Mortons Neuroma since 2010. It's between the 3rd and 4th toe. I have a 14 EE foot. First thing my foot doctor told me was to get wider shoes so I don't pinch the nerve. I went to 14 EEEE. He said they should be loose enough so you can wiggle your toes. Next, he told me to buy 3210 motion control insoles. Then he said, put these metatarsal pads on the "bottom" of the insole towards the back of the ball of the big toe. (Look at photo) This position spreads your metatarsal so you don't pinch the nerve. If you put them on the top of the insole, they will really be noticeable and drag on your socks. When trying to position them in the correct spot to work best for you, don't peel the paper off the pad. Use some blue painters tape to hold them in place till you find the correct spot. Trace an outline around the pad, then peel and attach.. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is because, after a few months, they tend to drift a bit and move out of position. I corrected that by adding a few thin strips of gorilla duct tape over the pad and onto the insole. They never moved after that. In fact, the insole will wear out before the pad. I've been doing it this way for 13 years and it has saved me from getting surgery. Just hope they never stop making these pads.

Received these, did not work, could not place them on my feet and into the shoes. The WORST PART IS TRYING TO RETURN THESE. Intelcom i s supposed to Pick up returns from residence the next business day. It's been 9 days! I have emailed Amazon.ca - no reply. I called Intelcom 4 days ago, supposedly pick up next day. Did not happen. Here I am on the phone again on hold .... Terrible Service!