1/2″ heel lifts are a common size for patients with unequal limb length. A short leg can be caused by many reasons. Post hip or knee replacement surgery is the most common reason for the leg length inequality.

Having a short limb can cause lower back stress, ankle pain, and opposite leg discomfort. Applying a heel lift can help relieve this discomfort.

A heel lift is placed in the shoe at the posterior aspect. Usually, it is placed under the shoe’s insole. It may take a couple of days to get used to the heel lift.

Atlas Biomechanics heel lifts are made of one of two types of materials. Our Cork Heel Lifts are manufactured from medical grade rubber cork. Our black Heel Lift is produced from medical grade EVA/Rubber. Both are firm with the cork having more bounce.

1/2″ heel lifts are an inexpensive, common treatment for patients with unequal limb

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics