Arch Pain

What is it?

Arch pain is common in people with a typical structural problem known as flat feet. Arch pain may also occur in people with fallen arches (a fallen arch is one that has collapsed due to bearing weight).

Flat feet can lead to extreme stress or inflammation of the plantar fascia, possibly causing severe discomfort and leading to other foot problems. Without properly supported arches, simple movement can pull your body out of alignment and cause stress, strain and fatigue to your lower body.

Do I have it?

You may have arch pain if you feel pain in your arch and/or fatigue in your arch, heel, knee, leg or lower back.

What causes it?

Flat feet are often hereditary. Arch pain may also be caused by wearing shoes with inadequate support, standing or walking for long periods of time in high heels, or overuse of the feet during work or sports. Being overweight also places additional stress on the feet, especially the arches.

How can I help prevent it?

• Maintain a healthy weight
• Use insoles to support your arches
• Limit how often you wear high heels
• Use proper shoes, especially when exercising to evenly distribute weight through your foot

Not medical advice, see a doctor if problems persist.

Lower Back Pain

What is it?

Pain in the area surrounding the lumbar region of the lower back.

What causes it?

Many medical conditions can cause back pain. However, lower back pain can occur after spending long periods of time on your feet, from being overweight, having improper posture (standing or sitting), from quick or straining moves of the lower back, or having improperly cushioned and supported feet.

For some, the combination of stress and strain placed on the lower back during walking and running, especially without proper support for your feet, coupled with the shock that can travel up the legs to the lumbar region can aggravate and strain the muscles responsible for supporting the back and as a result cause pain.

How can I help prevent it?

For lower back pain caused by being on your feet all day:

• Maintain a healthy weight and strengthen the back and stomach muscles
• Wear shoes that fit properly and provide adequate support
• Use insoles or inserts that provide a combination of shock absorption, cushioning and support for your feet

Not medical advice, see a doctor if problems persist.

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Dr. Scholl's® Massaging Gel® Work Insoles

Tough enough for men and women who work on their feet all day, Dr. Scholl's® Massaging Gel® Work Insoles provide superior cushioning that lasts. Try Dr. Scholl's Work Insoles and take on the day!

Overview:

• Tough enough for hardworking feet
• Superior cushioning that lasts
• Cooling vents designed to keep feet cool and dry on the job
• Great for arch support
• All-day shock absorption, especially on hard surfaces

Available in:

Men's (sizes 8-13)
Women's (sizes 6-10)

Designed to fit:

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How It Works:

• Delivers energizing support and cushioning
• Firm columns provide contoured support to over-worked arch area
• Massaging Gel® waves act like tiny springs to cushion feet all day long
• Durable design cushions all day long
• Cooling vents keep feet cool and dry

How to use:

• Remove your original insole and use this as a replacement insole
• Trim to fit
• Replace every 6 months or at first signs of wear

Dr. Scholl's® Tri-Comfort® Orthotics

Dr. Scholl's® Tri-Comfort® Orthotics provide pain relief in the heel, arch and ball of foot — giving you flexible support and cushioning in any type of shoe.

Overview:

• Pain relief for heel, arch and the ball of foot
• Flexible arch support
• Cushions ball of foot and heel
• Comfortable ¾ length fit that won't crowd toes

Available in:

Men's (sizes 8-12)
Women's (sizes 6-10)

Designed to fit:

Dress shoes
Work shoes
Casual shoes

How It Works:

• FlexiSpring® arch support: Provides customized support
• ¾ length design: Allows toes to move freely and fits easily in shoes
• Comfort cushions: Cushions in ball of foot and heel to reduce impact and fatigue

How to use:

• Place on top of your current insole
• No trimming required
• Replace every 6 months or at first signs of wear

Dr. Scholl's® P.R.O. Pain Relief Orthotics for Lower Back

Every step you take generates a jarring shock that travels up your leg and into your lower back.* Dr. Scholl's® P.R.O. Pain Relief Orthotics for Lower Back are clinically proven to immediately treat lower back caused by being on your feet all day at its source.

Overview:

• Clinically proven to relieve lower back pain caused by being on your feet all day
• Reduces impact with every step
• Immediately helps to absorb pain-inducing shock at its source
• Pain relief all day, every day

How It Works:

• Shock Guard® Technology helps absorbs pain-inducing impact with every step
• Immediately treats your pain at its source*
• Foam cushioning reduces the shock that travels your leg and can aggravate the lower back

How to use:

• Place on top of your current insole
• No trimming required
• Replace every 6 months or at first signs of wear

*Caused by being on your feet all day.

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