Lateral wedge
Other Names
- Lateral wedge
- Lateral heel wedge
- Lateral foot wedge
- Lateral posting insole
- Lateral orthotic wedge
- Lateral insole wedge
Indications
- Foot Drop
- Medial compartment knee osteoarthritis: reduces load on the inner knee
- Overpronation: helps correct excessive inward rolling of the foot
- Pes planus (flat feet): provides lateral support to improve alignment
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: may help with knee tracking issues in some cases
- Lower limb malalignment: to offload pressure from medial structures of the foot, ankle, or knee
Description
- An orthotic insole with a raised outer/ lateral edge
- Designed to fit inside shoes to modify foot alignment and mechanics
- Tilts the foot slightly inward to reduce pressure on the medial/ inner side of the foot and knee
- Helps redistribute weight across the foot during standing and walking
- Can improve lower limb alignment and reduce pain from conditions like knee osteoarthritis, overpronation, or flat feet
Evidence
- Unknown/ needs to be updated
See Also
References
- ↑ Zangi, Mahsa, et al. "The effect of lateral wedge insole on mediolateral static balance in patients with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis." Function and Disability Journal 1.1 (2018): 58-67.
Created by:
John Kiel on 26 November 2025 18:51:06
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19 March 2026 18:07:15
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