Achilles tendonitis is a painful inflammation of the tendon that attaches to the calcaneus ( heel bone). One of the most common and least expensive treatment options is to put a heel lift in the back of the shoe. Putting a heel lift in the shoe will raise the heel bone to decrease the stretch on the Achilles tendon. It will allow the Achilles tendon to relax and heal faster.
A 6 mm ( 1/4 inch ) heel lift will raise the heel just enough to relax the Achilles tendon to allow healing.
Atlas Biomechanics produces two types of 6 mm ( 1/4" ) heel lifts.
1. Cork Heel Lift
2. EVA/Rubber Heel Lift
These heel lifts are produced here in the USA. They come with double sided tape to allow better application.
For Best Alignment and Optimum Control:
1. Place under the shoe's insole.
2. Make sure they are against the back of the shoe.
3. Heel Lifts are firm but will soften with use.
Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics
