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Everyone at Atlas Biomechanics wishes all of our customers and suppliers a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous New Year.

About Atlas Biomechanics: we are a woman-owned sports medical manufacturer of Heel Lifts, Foot Pads, and Heat Moldable Orthotics.   

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Heel Lifts
Foot Pads

Atlas Biomechanics : Sesamoiditis Treated Conservatively with Dancer's ...

Atlas Biomechanics : Sesamoiditis Treated Conservatively with Dancer's ...: Sesamoiditis is a painful foot condition on the bottom of the big toe joint. It occurs when the two pea-shaped bones called sesamoids and th...

Sesamoiditis Treated with Dancer's Pads

Sesamoiditis is a painful foot condition on the bottom of the big toe joint. It occurs when the two pea-shaped foot bones called sesamoids and the surrounding tissue becomes inflamed. Sesamoiditis can occur from several methods. Some common causes are from trauma, overpronation, arthritis, ill-fitting shoes and overuse. Dancers, especially ballet dancers commonly get sesamoiditis from their use of the ball of the foot.

Conservative treatment of sesamoiditis includes physical therapy, ice, rest, anti-inflammatory medication and dancer's pads. Dancer's pads are foot pads designed to offload the big toe joint ( 1st MPJ). This will allow stress off the sesamoid to speed up the healing. Dancers pads for sesamoiditis are a ball of foot pads with the big toe joint cut out. These pads can be manufactured from stick-on adhesive felt or foam. Another type of dancer's pads is produced from a self-sticking reusable gel. Most of the time physicians will apply the foot cushion directly to the skin. The pads can be changed daily. Another option is to stick the dancer's/sesamoid pad to the insole of the shoe. This cushion does not need to be changed since it is already in the shoe.



Atlas Biomechanics is a woman-owned sports medical manufacturer of dancers pads for sesamoiditis. The most popular foot pad among our physician clients to treat the sesamoids is our felt 1/4" dancers/sesamoid pads.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Unequal Leg Length in Polio Patients Treated with ...

Atlas Biomechanics : Unequal Leg Length in Polio Patients Treated with ...: Polio patients commonly have a short leg and or scoliosis that can be treated with a heel lift. This limb length discrepancy is permanent. M...

Unequal Leg Length in Polio Patients Treated with Heel Lifts

Polio patients commonly have a short leg and or scoliosis that can be treated with a heel lift. This limb length discrepancy is permanent. Many post-polio patients will have lower back pain, hip, knee, and ankle pain due to the unequal limb length. Physicians can easily treat the patient's discomfort with a simple heel lift. Usually, a heel lift that is dispensed is about 1/2 the limb length discrepancy. The proper height depends on the patient's comfort level and how long they have had the short limb.

Heel lifts are placed on the short leg side underneath the shoe's insole. This allows the heel lift to sit firmly at the bottom of the shoe. This provides optimum control and comfort to the patient. In shoe heel lifts can be manufactured from cork and EVA/rubber blend. They come in different heights to correct the limb discrepancy. 

Atlas Biomechanics manufacturers heel lifts here in the USA from medical grade cork and eva/rubber. They come in heights of 1/8" (3mm) heel lift, 1/4" (6mm) heel lift, 3/8" (9mm) heel lift and 1/2" (12mm) heel lift. An adjustable heel lift, that allows the heel riser to properly fit the short leg is a common type for polio patients.  The 1/4" heel lift is our most popular short leg lift for polio patients.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

About Atlas Biomechanics: We are a woman-owned sports medical manufacturer of heel lifts, foot pads, and heat mold orthotics.

Atlas Biomechanics : Re-Usable and Self Sticking Gel Dancer's Pads to T...

Atlas Biomechanics : Re-Usable and Self Sticking Gel Dancer's Pads to T...: Sesamoiditis can be easily treated with a gel dancers pads that are self-sticking and re-usable. These gel foot pads will stay sticky for mo...

Re-Usable and Self Sticking Gel Dancer's Pads to Treat Sesamoiditis

Sesamoiditis can be easily treated with a gel dancers pads that are self-sticking and re-usable. These gel foot pads will stay sticky for months with proper use.

Sesamoid / Dancer's Gel Pad Cushions

Soft gel Dancer's pad for Sesamoiditis cushions is superior in support and comfort.
They are self-sticking foot cushions, which can be washed and reused over and over again.
Excellent Sesamoid / Dancer's footpad cushions for long-lasting comfort.
1/8" or 1/4" Thick, You Choose

Treat:
-Sesamoiditis
-Ball of Foot Pain
-First Metatarsal Joint Pain

-Self Sticking Sesamoid / Dancer's Pads
-Re-Usable for Months
-Medical Grade Gel
-Made in the USA

Directions for the Sesamoiditis / Dancers Gel Foot Pad:
-Apply gel foot pad to clean, oil/cream free and dry foot.
-Place gel foot cushion directly to the skin.
-Remove gel foot protector at night to allow the skin to breathe.
-Remove by gently peeling away from the skin.
-Hand wash with warm soapy water and air dry to allow the pad to get sticky again.

Features of the gel Sesamoid / Dancer's Foot Pad
Self-Adhesive
Re-Usable
Made in the USA

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Varus/Valgus Heel Wedges can be used for Pronation...

Atlas Biomechanics : Varus/Valgus Heel Wedges can be used for Pronation...: Varus/Valgus Heel Wedges can be used for pronation or supination problems of the foot and ankle. Heel Wedges are designed to help align the ...

Varus/Valgus Heel Wedges can be used for Pronation or Supination

Varus/Valgus Heel Wedges can be used for pronation or supination problems of the foot and ankle. Heel Wedges are designed to help align the calcaneus (heel) during ambulation to limit excessive pronation or supination. They improve foot function by stabilizing weak, rotating ankles.

One of the most common uses of a heel wedge is for Pes Planus or flat foot. When used as a pronation prevention heel wedge, it can help prevent over pronation of the foot and ankle. Patients with Plantar Fasciitis can also benefit from the prevention of over pronation.

The valgus heel wedge is useful for patients with early medial compartment osteoarthritis provided it is used with an understanding of the indications and its limitations. Research shows that patients with early medial compartment osteoarthritis of the knee were treated with lateral heel wedges and were followed for a period of 7 years and 5 months to 12 years. Those who were treated with valgus heel wedges and analgesics showed a significantly greater improvement in pain score than those treated with analgesics only.

Atlas Biomechanics produces professional heel wedges made from medical grade rubber cork.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Leg Length Inequality, Low Back Pain and Heel Lift...

Atlas Biomechanics : Leg Length Inequality, Low Back Pain and Heel Lift...: A classic but well-referenced article by Dr. O. Friberg in Spine (Phila PA 1976) Sep;8(6):643-51. It has been referenced by other articles o...

Leg Length Inequality, Low Back Pain and Heel Lifts

A classic but well-referenced article by Dr. O. Friberg in Spine (Phila PA 1976) Sep;8(6):643-51. It has been referenced by other articles over 211 times.

Dr. Friberg studied 798 patients with unilateral hip and or chronic and therapy-resistant low back symptoms vs 359 patients that were pain-free. He observed that 79% (a highly significant percentage) of patients with pain also had a limb length discrepancy. Dr. Friberg also found that 89% of the patients with had the chronic/recurrent sciatic pain and/or unilateral hip pain on the longer leg side of the body. When he corrected the leg length inequality with a simple shoe heel lift, a permanent and mostly complete alleviation of the patients' symptoms was achieved in the majority of the cases.

This is an old but still very relevant article even for today's practitioners. How many patients come in with unilateral hip and or lower back pain who are not examined for limb length discrepancy? Are these patients given a simple inexpensive shoe heel lift? How about the tens of thousands of patients who every year receive a total hip or total knee replacement surgeries with leg length inequality?

Measuring for limb length inequality on our patients with unilateral hip and low back pain should be performed routinely. Dispensing an inexpensive and simple shoe heel lift can alleviate many of our patients' long-term and resistant symptoms.

Atlas Biomechanics produces medical quality shoe heel lifts in cork, PPT/Poron, and EVA/rubber in multiple heights. Our heel lifts are produced here in the USA.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Sesamoiditis Treated With Dancers Pads

Atlas Biomechanics : Sesamoiditis Treated With Dancers Pads: Sesamoiditis is a medical condition when the foot's sesamoid bones become inflamed.  The sesamoid bones and the surrounding tissues can ...

Atlas Biomechanics : Felt Arch Support Pads

Atlas Biomechanics : Felt Arch Support Pads: Felt arch support pads are adhesive backed arch foot pads designed to either apply directly to the foot or to the shoe. They are skived (bev...

Felt Arch Support Pads

Felt arch support pads are adhesive backed arch foot pads designed to either apply directly to the foot or to the shoe. They are skived (beveled) edges for superior comfort and fit.


Felt Arch Support Pads

+ Felt Arch Support (Arch Cookie)

+ Relieves Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Spur Pain

+ Superior Longitudinal Arch Support

+ Medical Grade 1/4" Skived (Beveled) Adhesive Backed Felt

+ Just Place in Shoe or on Foot

+ Felt Molds to Foot Structure

+ Great for Prefab Orthotic Dispensing

+ Provides Comfortable Control

+ Economical and Lightweight

+ Fits Most Shoes

+ No Need to Stock Multiple Sizes

+ Easy Modification, trim

with just a scissor

+ Made in the USA



Felt Arch Pads from Atlas Biomechanics



Choose Size: Women or Men



Teri Green

Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Sesamoiditis Treated With Dancers Pads

Atlas Biomechanics : Sesamoiditis Treated With Dancers Pads: Sesamoiditis is a medical condition when the foot's sesamoid bones become inflamed.  The sesamoid bones and the surrounding tissues can ...

Sesamoiditis Treated With Dancers Pads

Sesamoiditis is a medical condition when the foot's sesamoid bones become inflamed.  The sesamoid bones and the surrounding tissues can also become painful. When a patient as sesamoiditis, this pain is felt under the big toe joint (first metatarsal joint). Sesamoiditis can be easily treated with stick-on foot pads called Dancer's Pads.

The sesamoid bones are two free-floating pea-shaped bones lying on the bottom of the first metatarsal head. They help the big toe joint to bend and assist with walking ( gait ). They act like a pulley system with the big toe flexor tendon.

Dancer's cushions are also called dancer, sesamoid pads or dancers pads. They are foot pads that look like a ball of foot pad (metatarsal) cushions. The only difference is that the dancer's pad has a first metatarsal cut out. This cut out allows the dancer's pad to offload pressure on the big toe joint where the sesamoids are located.

Dancers pads come in stick-on adhesive felt or foam and a reusable, self-sticking gel. These sesamoid cushions come in 1/8" (3mm) and 1/4" (6mm) thickness.

Atlas Biomechanics produces dancer's pads here in the USA from medical grade materials.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

 

Atlas Biomechanics : Orthotic Molding Guide for Heat Moldable Arch Supp...

Atlas Biomechanics : Orthotic Molding Guide for Heat Moldable Arch Supp...: Atlas Biomechanics' thermoplastic heat moldable custom orthotic blanks allow you to produce a lab quality orthotic in office in about ...

Orthotic Molding Guide for Heat Moldable Arch Supports

Atlas Biomechanics' thermoplastic heat moldable custom orthotic blanks allow you to produce a lab quality orthotic in office in about 10 minutes for a fraction of the price. Atlas Biomechanics offers dress and athletic orthotic blanks and prefab orthotic.

Orthotic Molding Guide

Sizing the Orthotic Blank to the Foot

Rather than go by the shoe size, it is better to hold the orthotic blank directly to the foot.
Fit the orthotic just proximal to the metatarsal heads and just a little (1-2mm) behind of the heel.
After deciding which blank to use, hold it directly to the foot.
Do not fit the blank while the patient is standing on the blank.
Dorsiflex the hallux (big toe) to see if the metatarsal head clears the end of the orthotic.


Heating the Orthotic Blank

There are 3 Ways to Heat the Blank
1) Purchase a heat gun (not a hairdryer) and heat resistant gloves at any hardware store.
Place the blank on a surface that will not burn from heat.
Hold the heat gun 1cm (1/2 inch) away from the blank.
Slowly move the heat gun up and down the blank.
Do not stop moving the heat gun ( you will melt the orthotic).
The average time is about 1.5-2 minutes.
Wearing heat resistant gloves you may push the arch to check for softness.
If it is still stiff, reheat for 10-15 seconds.

2) Boil water and turn off heat.
Wait 1 minute and then place the orthotic blank in the hot water.
Let the orthotic blank sit in the water for 1 minute.
Using heat-resistant gloves place the orthotic under the shoe's insole.
Step into the shoe and press down for 2 minutes to mold the orthotic to your foot
3) Atlas Biomechanics also recommends using a toaster oven at 200 degrees.



Molding the Orthotic Blank to the Foot

You can mold the blank either as Subtalar Neutral or Calcaneal Resting Position, or a combo of each.
You can mold the blank while sitting, standing in a shoe (ski boot, ice skate, golf shoe or ballet flats) or on
a pillow.
Do not mold directly to the foot. Use a heat protector such as a towel, double socks or the shoe's insole.
Make sure the rear of the orthotic is not too far forward on the foot.
Make sure the medial side of the orthotic covers the arch entirely.
Either hold the foot in Subtalar Joint Neutral or Calcaneal Resting Position and have the patient press firmly down.
If molding directly in a gym shoe, use the insole as the heat protector. Place the orthotic under the insole and have the patient press down.
After the patient has molded the orthotic, place it in their shoes. It is most comfortable under the insole.


Break-in Period

As with any new device in their shoe, there is a break in period.
If using the orthotic in gym shoes, place it under the insole.
If wearing it in dress shoes, use a little double-sided tape to hold in place.
Have the patient wear the orthotic only 2 hours the first day.
Every additional day increases the time by 2 hours.
It uncomfortable, have them remove the orthotic, wait 2 hours and resume the break-in period.
Atlas Biomechanics recommends the patient return in two weeks for a follow-up and fine tuning of the orthotic.


Molding Tips

To avoid any problems, you want the patient to be happy with the fit before they leave the office.
Make sure the orthotic is feeling fine to the patient and fits well.
Remember this orthotic can be modified endless ways with the heat gun.
Sometimes the patient will feel that the arch is either too high or low, modify it to their comfort level.
You may see waves in the orthotic. This is the bony prominences of the foot that have been captured in the orthotic and is an accurate mold that should be comfortable on the foot.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : NailZyme; All Natural Fungal ToeNail Solution

Atlas Biomechanics : NailZyme; All Natural Fungal ToeNail Solution: NailZyme is an all natural fungal toenail solution from Atlas Biomechanics. It will thin, lighten and soften thick fungal toenails with regu...

NailZyme; All Natural Fungal ToeNail Solution

NailZyme is an all natural fungal toenail solution from Atlas Biomechanics. It will thin, lighten and soften thick fungal toenails with regular use. NailZyme is enzyme-infused for a potent fungus nail thinner.

NailZyme's active enzyme ingredients are protease, lipase, amylase, lactase, cellulase, and bromelain. These all natural enzymes are infused into Jojoba Oil, Tea Tree Oil, Peppermint Oil, and Sesame Oil.

1 bottle of NailZyme lasts about 1 month. It comes in a 1-ounce bottle with an easy dropper top. It is proudly manufactured in the USA.

Directions for NailZyme
Apply 1-2 drops to thick toenail twice per day.
Trim away softened nail.
Should see results after a month.
Discontinue if skin or nail gets red or irritated.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : How to use U Shaped Stick On Foot Callus Pads

Atlas Biomechanics : How to use U Shaped Stick On Foot Callus Pads: Stick on foot pads will cushion and protect callus and bunions. They are really easy to use. 1. Make sure skin is clean and free of oils a...

How to use Gel, Re-usable Stick On Foot Callus Pads

Stick on gel foot pads will cushion and protect callus and bunions. They are really easy to use.

When you spend all day on your feet, proper protection keeps your feet healthy and your mind focused on the task at hand. If you’ve ever suffered through a workday with painful calluses on your feet, you’re well aware that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! Take care of your feet with gel, re-usable, self adhesive stick-on foot pads. Reusable adhesive gel foot pads are easy to wash with warm, soapy water, making for a long-lasting way to prevent blisters that can get infected or turn into tough calluses. Simply apply the sticky gel pad for feet to the areas most prone to friction, take them off at night to wash them, and lay them out flat to dry so they become sticky and ready to use again in the morning.

1. Make sure skin is clean and free of oils and cream.
2. Isolate the are you want to cushion and protect.
3. Peel off u shaped callus foot pad from the paper.
4. Place over the callus or bunion.
5. Firmly press the callus cushion to the skin.

Directions:
-Apply gel foot pad to clean, oil/cream free and dry foot.
-Place gel foot cushion directly to skin.
-Remove gel foot protector at night to allow skin to breathe.
-Remove by gently peeling away from skin.
-Hand wash with warm soapy water and air dry to allow pad to get sticky again.

Reusable Gel Foot Cushion Packs


Stick On U Shaped Foot Pads with Adhesive Backing
Foot pads for callus cushion
Treat callus (callous), not a callous remover
Callus pads are foot products to protect painful callous
Can be used as bunion pads
Medical grade gel
Will stay sticky for months
1/8 inch thick


Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Felt Arch Pad

Atlas Biomechanics : Felt Arch Pad: Felt Arch Pads + Felt Arch Support (Arch Cookie) + Relieves Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Spur Pain + Superior Longitudinal Arch Support ...

Felt Arch Pad for Plantar Fasciitis

Felt Arch Pads

+ Felt Arch Support (Arch Cookie)
+ Relieves Plantar Fasciitis and Heel Spur Pain
+ Superior Longitudinal Arch Support
+ Medical Grade 1/4" Skived (Beveled) Adhesive Backed Felt
+ Just Place in Shoe or on Foot
+ Felt Molds to Foot Structure
+ Great for Prefab Orthotic Dispensing
+ Provides Comfortable Control
+ Economical and Lightweight
+ Fits Most Shoes
+ No Need to Stock Multiple Sizes
+ Easy Modification
+ Made in the USA

Felt Arch Pad/Cookie

Medical Grade 1/4" Skived Felt
Made in the USA
Offload heel spur
Support Medial Arch
Treat: Plantar Fasciitis, Heel Spurs and Flat Feet

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Indications of the Spring Steel Insoles- 1/2 Steel...

Atlas Biomechanics : Indications of the Spring Steel Insoles- 1/2 Steel...: Steel 1/2 Stabilizer Plate Rigid Insoles, Half Length Stabilizer / Insole Plates to Limit Fore-Foot, Metatarsal Joints & Turf Toe Indi...

Indications of the Spring Steel Insoles- 1/2 Steel Stabilizer Plates

Steel 1/2 Stabilizer Plate Rigid Insoles, Half Length Stabilizer / Insole Plates to Limit Fore-Foot, Metatarsal Joints & Turf Toe

Indications of the Spring Steel Insoles- 1/2 Steel Stabilizer Plates
- Problems requiring a Rigid or Semi-Rigid footbed
- Turf Toe
- Hallux Limitus / Hallux Rigidus
- Forefoot Pain
- Metatarsalgia
- Cuboid Syndrome
- Freiburg's Infraction
- Bunionectomy
- Foot Stability Post-op
- Shin Splints
-Plantar Plate Tear

Used to stiffen the sole of the shoe.
Limits Range of Motion of the Forefoot and Midfoot.
Makes shoe Non-Flexible.
Extremely thin steel stabilizer plate insole, 1/8" thick.
Comfortable and durable felt top cover.
These steel insole plates are constructed to Limit Dorsiflexion at the metatarsal joints.
Immobilizes toe joint to prevent it from bending during walking and sports.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Semmes Weinstein 5.07 10g monofilament examination...

Atlas Biomechanics : Semmes Weinstein 5.07 10g monofilament examination...: Patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy is an important risk factor for the diabetic foot. Those with diabetic peripheral neuropathy is...

Semmes Weinstein 5.07 10g monofilament examination as a screening exam for diabetic peripheral neuropathy

Patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy is an important risk factor for the diabetic foot. Those with diabetic peripheral neuropathy is a major cause of diabetic foot ulcers and amputations. Health professionals need a quick and inexpensive screening tool to identify those patients with diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

Semmes Weinstein 5.07 10g monofilament wire exam on diabetics is an effective screening tool to identify diabetic peripheral neuropathy. It is noninvasive, easy to perform, quick, and repeatable. The most common filament used for this test is the nylon monofilament wire.  The gauge of the most common Semmes Weinstein nylon monofilament is 5.07. This number is determined by the logarithm of the applied force in milligrams. The monofilament bending or buckling force for the 5.07 wire is 10 grams. This is the force that make the Semmes Weinstein monofilament bends in half and the normal sensation the patient should feel it.

How to Perform a Semmes Weinstein Neuropathy Skin Test

1. Have the patient in a sitting position with shoes and socks off.
2. Explain to the patient that you’re screening/testing for neuropathy (loss of skin nerve feeling).
3. Touch the Semmes-Weinstein nylon monofilament wire to the patient’s arm to show what the touch feels like.
4. Tell the patient to respond “Yes” each time he or she feels the pressure of the 5.07 monofilament wire on the foot during the exam.
5. Tell the patient to shut their eyes during the exam.
6. Hold the monofilament wire perpendicular to the patient’s foot. Press it against the foot, increasing the pressure until the monofilament bends into a C shape. (The patient should sense the monofilament by the time it bends.)
7. Hold the monofilament in place for about 1 second. Press the monofilament to the skin so it buckles at one of two times as you say “Time one” or “Time two.” Have the patient identify at which time he or she was touched. Randomize the sequence of applying the filament throughout the examination.
8. Locations for testing: On both feet, use the first, third, and fifth metatarsal heads and plantar surface of the distal hallux and third toe. Avoid callused areas.
9. Record response on foot screening form with “+” for Yes and “–” for No.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Extra Thick 1/4" Foot Pad Cushions

Atlas Biomechanics : Extra Thick 1/4" Foot Pad Cushions: Atlas Biomechanics is proud to announce that we are now producing extra thick foot pad cushions. Our extra thick pads come in either medical...

Extra Thick 1/4" Foot Pad Cushions

Atlas Biomechanics is proud to announce that we are now producing extra thick foot pad cushions. Our extra thick foot pads come in either medical grade 1/4" felt or foam. They have the same shapes as our thinner 1/8" foot pads. One side of the felt or foam has skin adhesive on it to allow safe skin sticking.

They are ideal for more cushioning if needed.

Extra Thick 1/4" Foot Pads

+ Same High-Quality Stick On Foot Pads But 1/4" Thick
+ 1/4 inch Medical Grade Felt or Foam
+ Oval Callus Pads
+ U Shaped Callus Pads
+ Ball of Foot Metatarsal Pads
+ Dancer's Sesamoid Pads
+ Made in the USA
+ Adhesive Backing

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

About Atlas Biomechanics: We are a woman owed sports medical manufacturer of Foot Pads, Heel Lifts and Heat Moldable Orthotics.  

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use 3 Layered Toe Separators / Spacers

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use 3 Layered Toe Separators / Spacers: How to Use 3 Layered Toe Separators / Spacers -Place the convex side of the toe separator facing away from the foot. -The longer edge of t...

How to Use 3 Layered Foam Toe Separators / Spacers

How to Use 3 Layered Foam Toe Separators / Spacers

3 layer foam toe separators are an inexpensive and highly efficient way to cushion and protect crooked hammertoes and in between toe corns. The outer layers allow air to flow between the toes while the denser middle layer cushions and separates.

-Place the convex side of the toe separator facing away from the foot.
-The longer edge of the concave side of the toe separator is facing up
-Gently insert the toe separator between the toes you want to cushion.

3 layered foam toe separators have extra padding to allow air flow to the digits.
Protect toes from corns, bunions, blisters, overlapping toes, rubbing and hammertoes.
Realign crooked toes, straighten out Big Toe in Bunions, Corns in between Toes.
Re-usable, Washable

3 layer foam toe spacers are made from Medical Grade Foam
Made in the USA

3 Layered Foam Toe Spacers / Separators come in three sizes


Large Toe Separators great for the larger toes, realign bunions, maintain toe alignment
2" x 1"
Medium Toe Separators are ideal for women with smaller feet to maintain the larger toes.
Or Men for the middle toes.
1 ½" x 1"
Small Toe Separators are for the smaller toes to align and prevent rubbing.
1" x ¾"

Teri Green

Atlas Biomechanics

About Atlas Biomechanics: We are a woman owned sports medical manufacturer of Foot Pads, Heel Lifts and Heat Moldable Orthotics.

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Perform a Semmes Weinstein Neuropathy Skin ...

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Perform a Semmes Weinstein Neuropathy Skin ...: How to Perform a Semmes Weinstein Neuropathy Skin Test 1. Have the patient in a sitting position with shoes and socks off. 2. Explain to...

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use Moleskin Pads For Footcare

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use Moleskin Pads For Footcare: Moleskin has many medical and industrial uses.  Mole skin is made from a cotton felt that has been shaved thin. Atlas Biomechanics&#39...

Atlas Biomechanics : Custom Orthotic, Fabricated Directly from the Pati...

Atlas Biomechanics : Custom Orthotic, Fabricated Directly from the Pati...: A DME L3030 orthotic is a custom orthotic fabricated directly from the patient's foot. It allows you to duplicate a lab quality built cu...

Custom Orthotic, Fabricated Directly from the Patient's Foot

A DME L3030 orthotic is a custom orthotic fabricated directly from the patient's foot. It allows you to duplicate a lab quality built custom orthotic in less than 10 minutes for the fraction of the cost.

The thermoplastic orthotic blank that is heated with a toaster oven, boiling water or a heat gun.

The orthotic arch support device blank is placed on a pillow or under the patient's shoe insole. Then the patient will press down with the practitioner controlling the subtalar joint (usually in neutral). This direct contact fabrication of an orthotic allows the practitioner to control the production process from start to finish without costly orthotic lab fees or messy plaster casts. Patients appreciate no having to wait weeks for the device. Usually, costs to the practitioner are much less than those charged by orthotic labs.

Atlas Biomechanics' thermoplastic heat moldable custom orthotic blanks allow you to produce a lab quality orthotic in office in about 10 minutes for a fraction of the price. Atlas Biomechanics offers dress and athletic orthotic blanks and prefab orthotic. Uses include arch support for plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, flat feet, overpronation, knee, and lower back pain.



Orthotics
1) Narrow Profile (dress) Heat Mold, Direct Contact Orthotic
2) Medium Profile (athletic) Heat Mold, Direct Contact Orthotic


Please view our Orthotic Fabrication Guide to learn how easy it is to make a custom orthotic.

Our orthotics ( arch supports ) will control subtalar joint pronation that causes valgus heel, collapsed arch, and plantar fasciitis.

Heat Moldable, Direct Contact, Custom Orthotics:

* fraction the cost of orthotic labs.
* 3/4 semi-rigid shell, long lasting, total contact fit custom orthotic.
* 1.3 mm thin proprietary material for ease of molding.
* two orthotic models, Athletic (medium profile) and Dress (narrow profile).



Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Chronic low back pain, limb length discrepancy and...

Atlas Biomechanics : Chronic low back pain, limb length discrepancy and...: In shoe heel lifts have been shown to decrease pain and disability in patients with limb length discrepancy who also have chronic low back p...

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use Moleskin Pads For Footcare

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use Moleskin Pads For Footcare: Moleskin has many medical and industrial uses. In this blog I will discuss how to use moleskin for medical purposes.   Mole skin is ma...

Atlas Biomechanics : Average Leg-Length Inequality in Total Hip Arthrop...

Atlas Biomechanics : Average Leg-Length Inequality in Total Hip Arthrop...: Uneven leg length is one of the complications of a total hip replacement surgery. A study by the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Naval ...

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use Budin Splint for Crooked Hammertoes

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use Budin Splint for Crooked Hammertoes: Budin Splints gently encourages proper toe alignment *Soft toe loop for control fit and comfort *Adjustable single loop hammertoe straig...

Atlas Biomechanics : Limb Length Discrepancy Following Total Hip Joint ...

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Atlas Biomechanics : Tube Foam (Pedi-Foam) to Cushion Crooked Toes and ...

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Atlas Biomechanics : Adjustable Heel Lift with built in Heel Wedge

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Atlas Biomechanics : Stick On Foot Pads To Cushion Callus Pain

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Atlas Biomechanics : Adjustable Heel Lift with built in Heel Wedge

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Atlas Biomechanics : Stick On Foot Pads To Cushion Callus Pain

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Tube Foam (Pedi-Foam) to Cushion Crooked Toes and Bunions

Tube Foam (Pedi Foam) are tube-shaped cushions with dozens of uses for foot and toes.

- They surround, cushion and protect toes, corns, bunions, and hammertoes.
- The soft medical grade foam of tube foam (pedi foam) absorb the pressure and friction to cushion and separate toes that rub.
- One side is double thick for added cushioning.
- Tube Foam (Pedi Foam) can be easily trimmed with scissors for a custom fit.
- Cover crooked hammertoes to help prevent corn formation.
- Prevents shoe friction rubbing on bunions and toes.
- Our tube foam is proudly made in the USA.

-Small 5/8 inch wide 12 12 inch sleeves per pack
-Medium 3/4 inch wide 10 12 inch sleeves per pack
-Large 1 inch wide 8 12 inch sleeves per pack

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

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Average Leg-Length Inequality in Total Hip Arthroplasty was 9.7 mm (3/8")

Uneven leg length is one of the complications of a total hip replacement surgery.

A study by the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Naval Medical Center, Oakland, California revealed; "Leg-length inequality was determined by orthoroentgenography and compared with clinical measurements of leg length. The average inequality in this series of patients was 9.7 mm. A significant number (32%) of patients were aware of this inequality; the average leg-length inequality in this group was 14.9 mm. More than half of these patients were disturbed by the inequality. The magnitude of leg-length inequality closely correlated with awareness of the inequality, abnormal gait, use of ambulatory assistive devices, the need for a shoe lift, prior leg-length inequality." Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 1995 Apr;24(4):347-51.

Heel lifts are a vital treatment option for patients after their total hip replacement surgery with limb length discrepancy. A short leg should be properly measured and an appropriately sized heel lift dispensed into their shoe.

Atlas Biomechanics manufactures heel lifts in EVA/Rubber Blend and Cork/Rubber Blend in sizes;

3 mm (1/8")
6 mm (1/4")
9 mm (3/8")
12 mm (1/2")

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Adjustable Heel Lift with built in Heel Wedge

The only adjustable heel lift with a built-in varus or valgus heel wedge. Why have a heel wedge when treating unequal leg length? The short leg will have an inverted (valgus ) calcaneus. Our adjustable heel lift brings the ground up to the foot for a better fit and feel.

 Adjustable Heel Lift with Varus or Valgus heel wedge 
-Three removable 3 mm (1/8 inch) rubber cork layers.
-Each layer is peelable to achieve the proper correction of limb length discrepancy.
-1/2 of the bottom layer can be peeled for varus or valgus correction.
-Helps prevent pronation of the Subtalar Joint of the short limb.
-Most short limbs will have an inverted calcaneus, our heel lift brings the ground to the foot.
-More stabilizing foundation to the short limb.
-Easily fabricate either a Varus Heel Wedge or Valgus Heel Wedge

Sizes: Small: women 4-7 Medium: women 8-10, men 7-9 Large: women 9-11, men 10-14

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Stick On Foot Pads To Cushion Callus Pain

Stick on foot pads are designed to cushion foot callus pain. These callus pads come in different shapes. The most common are U-Shaped, Circle, and Oval. They have adhesive on the back of the pad to stick directly on the foot skin or the cushions can be pasted onto the shoe's insole. There are three materials used to produce stick on foot pads. They are Felt, Foam, and Gel. 

The gel foot pads are designed to be re-used and stay sticky for several months. To make them sticky after use, just hand wash them in soapy water and let them air dry.

Circle Foot Pads: They are rings measuring 1 1/4" across. They come in either medical grade felt or foam. They have a peelable paper backing and will stick on the foot via skin adhesive.

Oval Foot Pads: These oval foot cushions measure 2" X 1 1/2", come in medical grade felt, foam or re-usable gel. They also are a stick on footpad pads with skin adhesive.

U Shaped Foot Pads: u-shaped foot pads measure 1 3/4" X 2", are produced in medical grade foam, felt or reusable gel. These are also stick on foot pads.

Stick on foot pads are easy to use and can prevent callus pain.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Limb Length Discrepancy Following Total Hip Joint Replacement Surgery Treated With Heel Lifts

Limb lengthening is not uncommon after a total hip replacement and may cause subjective problems for patients. A study of 150 total hip replacements reveals 144 limbs were lengthened. Due to patient complaints, 40 (27%) required a Heel Lift on the unoperated side to gain satisfactory gait pattern. ClinOrthoRelatRes78Jul-Aug;(134):135-8.

Make sure to ask your post-op patients about their gait and dispense proper heel lifts from Atlas Biomechanics after a total hip replacement surgery.

BIOMECHANICS OF THE SHORT LIMB:
1. Supination of the subtalar joint.
2. External rotation of the tibia.
3. External rotation of the knee.
4. Abnormal patella tracking.
5. Pelvic Tilt.
6. Shifting of the center of gravity to the short side.

BIOMECHANICS OF THE LONG LIMB:
1. Pronation of the subtalar joint.
2. Internal rotation of the tibia and the knee.
3. Abnormal patella tracking.
4. Vaulting over the hip joint.

GAIT EVALUATION OF THE UNEQUAL LIMB LENGTH:
1. Center of gravity shifted to the short side.
2. Unilateral early heel lift.
3. Pelvic Tilt.
4. Shoulder drop.
5. Unilateral subtalar pronation.
6. Unilateral shoe wear (lateral heel).
7. Abnormal knee rotation and patella tracking.

Atlas Biomechanics produces a full line of cork and Eva/rubber heel lifts.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

1/4" Heel Lift for Unequal Limb Length

Heel lifts are inexpensive, easy to use medical device that is used to treat Unequal Limb Length, Achilles Tendonitis, and Short Limb.

Atlas Biomechanics manufactures heel lifts in the United State in Rubber Cork or EVA/Rubber blend. They are lightweight, durable and comfortable.

For the best alignment, place the heel lift under the shoe's insole. This will allow the heel lift to sit firmly at the bottom of the shoe. When the shoe lift is under the insole there is optimum control and comfort.

Atlas Biomechanics heel lifts are firm and true to size. There is a slight softening of the shoe lift with use.

Customer Practice Studies for 6 mm 1/4" Heel Lifts (surveying our practitioners)

-Achilles Tendonitis: 63% use the 6 mm (1/4 inch) heel lift to treat.
-Limb Length Discrepancy: 57% also use the 6 mm (1/4 inch) heel lift to treat.

Professional Grade 1/4 inch ( 6 mm ) Heel Lifts

*10 lifts bulk pack
*6mm (1/4 inch) shoe heel lift
*Comfortable natural base
*Long lasting risers

* 1/4" heel lifts with double-sided tape to hold into the shoe
*Treat unequal limb length, achilles tendonitis
*Made in the USA

Sizes: Small 2" (5.1cm) width, Medium 2 1/2" (6.4cm) width, Large 3" (7.4cm) width

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use Budin Splint for Crooked Hammertoes

Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use Budin Splint for Crooked Hammertoes: Budin Splints gently encourages proper toe alignment *Soft toe loop for control fit and comfort *Adjustable single loop hammertoe straig...

How to Use Budin Splint for Crooked Hammertoes

Budin Splints gently encourages proper toe alignment
*Soft toe loop for control fit and comfort
*Adjustable single loop hammertoe straighteners per pack.
*These Budin splints for hammertoes are made to protect and realign hammertoes and cushion ball of the foot
*Hammer toe pads align crooked or overlapping toes
*Relieves pain from corns, hammertoes, and metatarsalgia
*Washable and reusable.
*Helps lift and straighten hammer toes.
*Reduces pressure at tips and tops of hammertoes.
*Caution diabetics and patients with poor circulation because they may overtighten the loop.
*Use in place of corn pads
*Fits right or left foot
*Double layer  medical memory foam base cushions ball of the foot (metatarsal pad)

How to use Budin splint.

-Loose toe loop
-Budin splint cushion base is placed on the bottom of the foot
-Fit the loop over the hammertoe you want to realign
-Gently pull the toe loop of the Budin Splint to hold hammertoe

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : How to use Hammertoe Corn Stick On Foot Pads

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How to use Hammertoe Corn Stick On Foot Pads

Hammertoes are crooked toes that are caused by tight shoes, tendon misalignment, trauma and abnormal foot structure. When the toe's joint (knuckle) rubs on the shoe a the skin gets irritated and a corn can form. By padding the joint, one can help prevent the painful corn from occurring.

How to use Hammertoe Corn Stick On Foot Pads

+ apply corn pad to a clean and dry foot
+ position corn pad so that the opening is placed around the affected corn
+ remove the corn pad for at least 5 hours per day or night to allow skin the breathe
+ after use each day, remove corn pad gently by slowly peeling it away from the skin
+ do not place corn pad on open skin.
+ if irritation, discomfort or any problems discontinue use and notify your physician

By padding the joint with a corn pad, one can help prevent the painful corn from occurring.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Atlas Biomechanics : Gel Hammer Toe Crutch, Hammertoe Straightener Spli...

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Atlas Biomechanics : Puncture Resistant Steel Insoles

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Atlas Biomechanics : Gel Foot Pad Cushions, How to make them last for m...

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Atlas Biomechanics : Steel 1/2 Stabilizer Plate Rigid Insoles, Half Len...

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Atlas Biomechanics : Cork 12mm (1/2") Heel Lifts

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Atlas Biomechanics : Steel Shank Shoe Inserts for Forefoot Injuries

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Atlas Biomechanics : Heel Lifts in Ice Skates

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Atlas Biomechanics : How to Use a Re-usable, Stick On Foot Gel Pad

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Atlas Biomechanics : Avantages of an Adjustable Heel Lift

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Atlas Biomechanics : Steel Insole Plate for Treatment of a Morton’s Toe...

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Atlas Biomechanics : 8 Degree Varus/Valgus Heel Wedge, Cork Rubber

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Atlas Biomechanics : Functional Short Leg and Heel Lifts

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Custom Fitting a Heat Moldable Plastic Heel Cup Protector

Custom Fitting our Heat Moldable Heel Cup Protector

-Place heel cup protector inside the shoe with the star down and forward.
-Most people wear it over the sock.
-Place plastic heel cup protector in warm/hot water.
-Plastic heel protector will become pliable.
-With the heel protector in the shoe, step into it.
-Allow to custom mold for 2 minutes.
-Remove from the shoe and let plastic set for 10 minutes.
-The plastic heel protector should feel like a second skin, if not just remold it.

Uses for Plastic Heel Cup Protectors;
-Heel Spur
-Plantar Fat Pad Atrophy
-Ankle Injuries
-Shin Splint
-Lower Back

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Indications of Steel Insoles- Full Steel Stabilizer Plates

Indications of the Spring Steel Insoles- Full Steel Stabilizer Plates

- Problems requiring a Rigid or Semi-Rigid footbed
- Turf Toe
- Hallux Limitus / Hallux Rigidus
- Forefoot Pain
- Metatarsalgia
- Cuboid Syndrome
- Freiburg's Infraction
- Bunionectomy
- Foot Stability Post-op
- Shin Splints

Steel Stabilizer / Insole Plates to Limit Fore-Foot, Metatarsal Joints & Turf Toe

- Used to stiffen the sole of the shoe.
- Limits Range of Motion of the Forefoot and Midfoot.
- Makes shoe Non-Flexible.
- Extremely thin steel stabilizer plate insole, 1/8" thick.
- Comfortable and durable felt top cover.
-These steel insole plates are constructed to Limit Dorsiflexion at the metatarsal joints.
- Immobilizes toe joint to prevent it from bending during walking and sports.

Steel insoles are also used for puncture resistant shoe shank insoles.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

PPT Self-Adhesive Heel Lift Cushion 1/4" Pad for Heel Spur and Unequal Limb Length Discrepancy

PPT heel lift cushion pads are a versatile footpad with many uses. PPT is also called poron and is an excellent material for cushioning, and shock absorption.

One of its many uses is to cushion a painful heel spur. Remove the paper backing and place in the rear of the shoe. The PPT heel cushion will provide shock absorption when the heel stricks the floor.

Another use of the PPT heel cushion is to treat uneven limbs. The thickness is 1/4" ( 6 mm ) and provides a lift to the short leg.

Also, many medical practitioners will use our PPT heel lift cushion pads to treat Achilles tendonitis. Many people with Achilles tendonitis will have a short tendon and by placing the pad in the shoe it will relieve stress on the Achilles.

So a PPT heel lift cushion pads have many uses for the foot patient.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics 

How to Perform a Semmes Weinstein Neuropathy Skin Test

How to Perform a Semmes Weinstein Neuropathy Skin Test

1. Have the patient in a sitting position with shoes and socks off.
2. Explain to the patient that you’re screening/testing for neuropathy (loss of skin nerve feeling).
3. Touch the Semmes-Weinstein nylon monofilament wire to the patient’s arm to show what the touch feels like.
4. Tell the patient to respond “Yes” each time he or she feels the pressure of the 5.07 monofilament wire on the foot during the exam.
5. Tell the patient to shut their eyes during the exam.
6. Hold the monofilament wire perpendicular to the patient’s foot. Press it against the foot, increasing the pressure until the monofilament bends into a C shape. (The patient should sense the monofilament by the time it bows.)
7. Hold the monofilament in place for about 1 second. Press the monofilament to the skin so it buckles at one of two times as you say “Time one” or “Time two.” Have the patient identify at which time he or she was touched. Randomize the sequence of applying the filament throughout the examination.
8. Locations for testing: On both feet, use the first, third, and fifth metatarsal heads and plantar surface of the distal hallux and third toe. Avoid callused areas.
9. Record response on foot screening form with “+” for Yes and “–” for No.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

Functional Short Leg and Heel Lifts

A functional short leg (FSL) is a common type of leg-length inequality is a result of rotational patterns of the pelvis and hips. It can also be affected by misalignments or torsional movement in the knee, ankles, and feet.

Limb Length Discrepancy and Heel Lifts

In many cases of a functional short leg, as evidenced by radiographic study, the use of heel lifts has been shown to help eliminate musculoskeletal deficiencies and improve patient outcomes. Providing support for the short limb with a heel lift is important when recognizing the functional short leg because providing a lift will likely diminish the associated sacroiliac subluxations.

Look at and palpate the iliac crests and the greater trochanters to see if they are of unequal height. Finally, look and palpate the lumbar spine. A typical postural distortion for a short leg will create lumbar scoliosis whose convexity moves toward the side of the FSL.

After you have measured your patient’s actual leg-length discrepancy, it is always safe to under correct. The classic rule of thumb is to cut the LLI in half and then start with the appropriate-sized heel lift.

Proceed to a 3 mm (1/8") heel lift and have the patient wear this for two weeks. Then re-evaluate.
Proceed to a 6 mm (1/4") heel lift or 9 mm (3/8") heel lift only if necessary. Use the two-week break-in period as indicated above. Then re-evaluate.

From a practical standpoint, it is very important to be able to confidently determine if someone truly has a short leg due to anatomy or functionality and to use a heel lift if need be.

Teri Green

Atlas Biomechanics

SHORT LEG SYNDROME (UNEQUAL LIMB LENGTH) Biomechanics of the Short Limb

The presence of leg length discrepancy is usually associated with pelvic or lumbar misalignment. The short limb may be FUNCTIONAL, ANATOMICAL, or a COMBO of both. Studies have found that the majority of patients presenting to our offices are functional, but a growing number seen are anatomical, the result of post hip or knee replacement surgeries. Many of these can be corrected within shoe heel lifts. You need an understanding of unequal limb length biomechanics before prescribing a heel lift from Atlas Biomechanics.

FUNCTIONAL SHORT Limb:
1. The sacroiliac joint that is misaligned causing the sacral base to drop to one side.
2. Flexion or Extension with one of the iliac bones out of its normal anatomical position.
3. Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction causing the subtalar joint to overpronate, effectively shorting the limb.

ANATOMICAL SHORT Limb:
1. Hip or knee replacement surgery.
2. Polio.
3. Congenital, birth injuries and infections to the growth plates.
4. Fractures.

BIOMECHANICS OF THE SHORT Leg:
1. Supination of the subtalar joint.
2. External rotation of the tibia.
3. External rotation of the knee.
4. Abnormal patella tracking.
5. Pelvic Tilt.
6. Shifting of the center of gravity to the short side.

BIOMECHANICS OF THE LONG LIMB:
1. Pronation of the subtalar joint.
2. Internal rotation of the tibia and the knee.
3. Abnormal patella tracking.
4. Vaulting over the hip joint.

GAIT EVALUATION OF THE UNEQUAL LIMB LENGTH:
1. Center of gravity shifted to the short side.
2. Unilateral early heel lift.
3. Pelvic Tilt.
4. Shoulder drop.
5. Unilateral subtalar pronation.
6. Unilateral shoe wear (lateral heel).
7. Abnormal knee rotation and patella tracking.

Atlas Biomechanics produces all of our heel lifts in the USA.

Shoe Heel Lifts come in small, medium and large. They are manufactured from either EVA/Rubber or Cork/Rubber blend.

Heights are:
1/8 inch (3 mm) heel lift 
1/4 inch (6 mm) heel lift   
3/8 inch (9 mm) heel lift 
1/2 inch (12 mm) heel lift 
and
Adjustable Heel Lift with Built-in Heel Wedge  

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics

1/4" (6 mm) Heel Lifts To Treat Unequal Leg Length

Heel lifts are a simple and inexpensive medical device that is used to treat Unequal Limb Length, Achilles Tendinitis, and Short Limb.

Atlas Biomechanics manufactures heel lifts in the United State in Rubber Cork or EVA/Rubber blend. They are lightweight, durable and comfortable.

For the best alignment, place the heel lift under the shoe's insole. This will allow the heel lift to sit firmly at the bottom of the shoe. When the shoe lift is under the insole there is optimum control and comfort.

Atlas Biomechanics heel lifts are firm and true to size. There is a softening of the shoe lift with use.

Customer Practice Studies for 6 mm 1/4" Heel Lifts (surveying our practitioners)

-Achilles Tendonitis: 65% use the 6 mm (1/4 inch) heel lift to treat.
-Limb Length Discrepancy: 45% also use the 6 mm (1/4 inch) heel lift to treat.

Professional Grade 1/4 inch ( 6 mm ) Heel Lifts
*10 lifts bulk pack
*6mm (1/4 inch) shoe heel lift
*Comfortable natural base
*Long lasting risers

* 1/4" heel lifts with double sided tape to hold into shoe

*Treat unequal limb length, achilles tendonitis
*Made in the USA

For best alignment, place the heel lift under the shoe's insole. This will allow the heel lift to sit firmly at the bottom of the shoe for optimum control and comfort.

Atlas Biomechanics manufactures a full line of heel lifts. Whether they be our adjustable heel lifts, cork heel lifts or eva/rubber blend they are medical grade.

Teri Green
Atlas Biomechanics