Heel Cup
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Other Names
- Heel Cup
- Gel Heel Cup
- Heel Cushion Cup
- Heel Support Insert
- Heel Cushion Insert
- Orthotic Heel Insert
Indications
- Severs Disease
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Haglunds Deformity
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Heel spurs
- Heel pad syndrome
- Calcaneal pain
- Impact-related heel pain
Description
What a Heel Cup Is
- A small orthotic insert designed to cradle and support the heel
- Features a contoured rim that surrounds and centers the heel pad
- Typically made of silicone, gel, foam, or rigid plastic
- Fits inside a shoe to add targeted heel support
How a Heel Cup Helps
- Reduces shock absorption by cushioning impact during walking or running
- Redistributes pressure away from irritated or sensitive heel structures
- Stabilizes the heel, limiting excessive motion that can contribute to pain
- Supports the heel pad, helping compensate for fat pad atrophy or bruising
- Decreases pain associated with plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and general heel soreness
Evidence
- Provides a modest benefit for midportion Achilles tendinopathy[1]
See Also
References
- ↑ Bourke, Jaryd, et al. "“I'm Not the Same as I Was Before”: A Qualitative Evidence Synthesis Exploring the Experiences and Perceptions of Patients Living With Whiplash-Associated Disorders." Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy 55.9 (2025): 611-620.
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John Kiel on 5 August 2024 20:22:35
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