The
Original Flexifly arch support is the most popular of all
the Flexifly arch supports. This is the model that introduced
the Flexifly Support System™ over 25 years ago. It is
effective, economical and is recommended by doctors for controlling
over-pronation and treating a wide range of injuries and chronic
conditions. These unique nonprescription arch supports are
molded from a high density, low molecular weight, polypropylene
plastic. The polypropylene plastic has a semi rigid consistency
which is harder and more supportive then most other over the
counter arch supports but softer and more flexible then rigid,
custom made orthotics. This gives the arch supports a pronounced
feeling of support while preserving the sensation of bounce
and flexibility. These are an ideal arch support for people
that have a medium to a high arch and want a level of support
that is similar to a custom made orthotic. All
Flexifly arch supports are priced and sold as pairs.
These
arch supports are designed for people with Medium
& High
Arches
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determine your own Natural Arch Height - Click
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Flexifly
arch supports have small grip teeth on the bottom
of the heel so they won’t slip or slide around,
inside of shoes.
These arch
supports support the medial, lateral and metatarsal arch so they are
not only good for treating rear foot problems such as Plantar Fasciitis
(heel pain) and Achilles Ttendonitis but they are also good for treating
forefoot problems such as metatarsalgia, hammertoes, neuromas and
bunions. Many ankle
and knee problems are related to fallen arches (over pronation). As
the arch falls the two bones of the lower leg (the fibula and the
tibia) rotate inward, over the ankle, more then they should. This
creates tension in the knee joint which can strain ligaments and tendons
and put excessive pressure on the meniscus (cartilage) disks. By dramatically
reducing over pronation with a Flexifly Original arch support you
can reduce strain on the knee thereby preventing and healing injuries.
Original
Model Flexifly Arch Supports $58.95
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you purchase 1 or 2
pair of arch supports then you can choose between First Class
Mail (5 to 8 days) or Priority Mail (3 to 5 days). For 3
or more pair of arch supports please select Priority Mail,
as they are too heavy to send via First Class Mail. For detailed
ordering instructions click the button below.
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Pair
$2.64
$5.25
2
Pair
$3.66
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- 5 Pair
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$5.25
to $8.70
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All
New!
Cushion Covering Options for the Original
Flexifly Arch Supports are Now Available!
Option
1 - $ 4.95 Order
with your arch supports from the menu on this page.
The
SOF SOLE® Cushion Insole. This is a 1/8th inch thick layer
of a unique, patented foam material called IMPLUS®. IMPLUS®
was specifically designed to be made into cushion insoles for
shoes. The IMPLUS® material itself is a resilient rubber
like material that is filled with tiny interconnecting (open
cell) bubble chambers. The open cell design means that these
insoles are porous, which means that air and moisture pass through
the insole providing your foot with a cool, dry, abrasion resistant
surface to stand on. SOF SOLE® Cushion Insoles are treated
with an anti microbial additive to protect against order-causing
bacteria and keep your shoes smelling fresh.
Option
2 - $7.39 Order with your
arch supports from the menu on this page.
The Spenco® Cushion Insole - This is the classic green insole
that Spenco® has been producing for years. It features a
layer of closed cell nitrogen injected (black) foam that is
non-porous and really withstands compression. The foam is covered
with a green 4-way stretch nylon that helps reduce friction
and heat build up that cause blisters, corns and calluses. The
closed cell design of the Spenco® insole means it's not
porous so it won't absorb odor causing bacteria. The Spenco®
insole doesn't breathe the same way the SOF SOLE insole does
but it is extremely comfortable and has a softer, bouncier feel
to it.
About
the "Getting Used To" Period
Some people will find that their Original Flexifly arch support may
take a little getting used to at first. These arch supports really
do resist compressing and flattening out and will make a big difference
in the alignment of the bones of the foot. Unfortunately, this can
come with a little initial discomfort when the arch supports have
been worn for too long. A little cramping in various muscles of the
foot or lower ankle when the arch supports are new and you have been
wearing them for a while, is normal and should go away in anywhere
from a couple days to a couple of weeks. When this happens just take
the arch supports off let the feet rest and try them again later.
The length of time of
the break in period largely depends on how flat the feet are or
how much the arch has fallen. The more the arch has fallen the more
the arch support lifts the bones of the arch and lower ankle, shifting
their positions and limiting their range of motion. In the case
of a person with a medium to high arch that has fallen and is now
completely flat the amount of repositioning of the bones of the
foot can be really dramatic and it can take a little longer for
the foot to adjust to the feel of wearing the arch support.
Treating Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Pain)
The Original Flexifly arch supports are extremely effective at treating
Plantar Fasciitis (heel pain). To get the best results follow these
instructions. After a brief break in period and when it is comfortable
to do so, start wearing the arch supports all the time from the
first step out of bed in the morning to the last step into bed at
night. This will keep the arch from being fully flexed and take
the strain of the Plantar Fascia tissue so it can heal. It is really
important to avoid going barefoot. Spending even limited amounts
of time running around the house barefoot can set back days of healing.
It is also important to keep some shoes or slippers by the bed with
the arch supports in them. When you get up in the morning or during
the night, put on the shoes or slippers with the arch supports in
them and avoid going barefoot. Also, if you are the type that likes
to shower right when they get up in the morning you should first
spend about 15 minutes in your shoes and arch supports before you
shower. This allows the Plantar Fascia tissue to warm up and stretch
out slowly and gently with out retearing it. After several weeks
as the symptoms subside you can ease of the strict regiment of not
going barefoot and just wear the arch supports during the day or
generally whenever you’re on your feet.
Flexifly
arch supports correct over-pronation which left untreated can lead
to:
