As a construction worker, you are on your feet all day. This can lead to a myriad of foot problems: Arthritis, Plantar Fasciitis, Tendonitis and many more. One treatment for foot pain is orthotics. What orthotics do is help cushion your foot, while biomechanically helping your foot. Orthotics or insoles are like glasses to your foot. The glasses do not correct your vision, but aid your ability to see. Orthotics aid your ability to walk.
What are the best orthotics for construction workers? Generally, speaking a custom pair of orthotics created by a Podiatrist or Pedorthoist is the way to go. However, these can be expensive running as high as $600. But, check with your insurance as some insurances cover custom orthotics. If your insurance covers custom orthotics then that is the way to go. If not, then you want to try an over the counter orthotic first.
This article will discuss the best over the counter orthotics for a construction worker. One of the orthotics you want to avoid are Gel insoles, because while they give great comfort they do not provide the function necessary. The gel insoles are ideal for the assembly line worker who just stands at work all day. You need an orthotic that will provide support and comfort. Below I have written the over the counter orthotics I recommend for construction workers:
Spenco Rx Orthotics– These orthotics feature a cushioning area that absorbs sock and impact to provide maximum comfort, as well as a plastic arch that can help support your arch and control your foot.
Infusion Baresole– This orthotic is ideal for the contruction worker who does a lot of walking and running. The idea behind these orthotics to make it like you are walking on barefeet. They have comfort layer but a cut out at the big toe joint to simulate gait.
PowerStep Pinnacle-These are my favorite orthotics as they feature a polyurethane shell with double layer cushioning. This in my opinion is as close as you can get to a custom orthotic without getting a custom orthotic.
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