Description
These arch supports are gel cushion sleeves that slip onto the foot like a sock rather than sitting inside the shoe, measuring 11.5 x 8 x 1.1cm and weighing about 50g a pair, sold as 1, 2 or 3 pairs from $14.99 with fast Australian shipping. Each is marked L and R, the gel pad sits under the arch, and the stretch spandex sleeve holds it in place.
The sleeve format is the thing to understand before you buy, because it is not what most people picture when they read "insole". A conventional insole is a full-length footbed you drop into a shoe. This is a band that goes around the middle of your foot with a gel cushion sitting under the arch - so it moves with you between pairs of shoes, works with sandals and thongs where an insole cannot go, and can be worn barefoot around the house. The trade-off is that it supports one specific area rather than reshaping the whole footbed.
Specifications
| Type |
Gel arch cushion sleeve, worn on the foot |
| Material |
Silicone gel with stretch spandex sleeve |
| Size |
11.5 x 8 x 1.1cm |
| Weight |
Approx. 50g per pair |
| Marked |
L and R for left and right |
| Sizing |
One size fits most - may not suit extra wide feet |
| Sold as |
1, 2 or 3 pairs |
What's in the Box
| 1, 2 or 3 pairs |
Gel arch support sleeves, left and right |
Why Choose a Sleeve Over an Insole
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Works with any footwear - sandals, thongs, flats and bare feet, where an insole cannot go
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Moves with you - one pair across every shoe rather than a footbed per pair
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Does not change shoe fit - nothing added inside the shoe to make it tight
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Left and right marked - so the cushion sits under the arch rather than off to one side
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Multi-pair options - a pair in the wash and a pair on
Are These Insoles or Sleeves?
Sleeves, and the distinction matters enough that we changed how the listing describes them. You pull them on like a short sock, position the alignment mark toward the centre of the big toe, and the gel pad rests in the middle of the arch. They are not dropped into a shoe. That makes them useful in situations a conventional insole cannot cover - around the house barefoot, in sandals through summer, in shoes too shallow to take a footbed - and less suitable if what you actually want is a full-length orthotic footbed for running shoes. If your intention was the latter, a moulded insole is the right product.
Can You Wear Them Without Shoes?
Yes, and it is one of the main reasons people choose this format. Barefoot on hard floors at home is where a lot of people feel arch discomfort most, and a sleeve gives some cushioning there where nothing else can. The gel underside is not a walking surface though - it is not grippy and it is not designed to be worn on wet tile or polished floorboards, so treat it as cushioning rather than as footwear. Follow the supplier's guidance to remove them for at least four hours a day to let the skin breathe.
How Long Should You Wear Arch Supports Each Day?
Build up rather than starting with a full day. Anything that changes how your foot sits takes some getting used to, and going straight to twelve hours is how people end up with new aches somewhere else and abandon them in a drawer. A couple of hours on the first day, adding an hour or two daily, is the usual approach. The supplier specifically recommends removing them for at least four hours in every 24. If you get any numbness, pins and needles, colour change or increasing pain, take them off and speak to a health professional rather than persisting.
Buyers are typically people on their feet all day on hard floors, anyone who finds their arches ache in flat shoes or sandals, and people who want something they can wear around the house rather than only in shoes.
See more in our Health & Beauty range, or browse Personal Care & Grooming for foot care products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will these fix flat feet?
No, and we make no such claim. They are a cushioning accessory. Flat feet, fallen arches and any painful foot condition are matters for a podiatrist or doctor.
Will they help plantar fasciitis?
We cannot say that. If you have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis or any other condition, ask your podiatrist whether this style of product suits your situation.
Will they fit in my shoes?
They add a little thickness under the arch. Snug shoes may feel tighter; most footwear accommodates them.
What size are they?
One size, designed to stretch across most adult feet. Extra-large or very wide feet may not suit them.
Can I wash them?
Wash your feet before use and rinse the sleeves in cool water, then air dry. Avoid heat, which degrades gel.
How long do they last?
Replace when the gel hardens, splits, thins or the sleeve loses its stretch.
Can I wear them in bed?
No. They are for use while up and about, and the supplier recommends removing them for at least four hours daily.
Fast Australian Shipping
We ship from within Australia to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin, plus regional addresses nationwide, with tracking on every order.
This is a general comfort and cushioning accessory. It is not a medical device, not an orthotic, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, prevent or correct any condition - including flat feet, fallen arches, over-pronation, plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, heel spurs or neuromas. No claim is made about pain relief. If you have foot pain, diabetes, neuropathy, circulation problems, reduced sensation or any diagnosed foot condition, speak to a podiatrist or doctor before use. Do not place on broken skin or open wounds. Discontinue use immediately and seek advice if you experience irritation, discomfort, numbness or signs of poor circulation. Remove for at least four hours daily. Dimensions and materials are supplier-stated.
