Carbon Fiber Insole(1 Pair), Carbon Fiber Foot Plate for Hallux Rigidus, Limitus, Turf Toe, Arthritis, Fractures, Rigid Sole Shoe Insert for Sports, Hiking, Trekking, Alternative to Post Op Shoe,275mm

First, I'm simply a customer, and not paid for this review. Needed something to help with hallux rigidus. Found that carbon fiber insoles might provide some relief. Just didn't want to break the bank, especially in the event that the insoles did not work. Since receiving these carbon fiber insoles, I've walked a full four rounds of golf, and been able to walk the treadmill at the gym an equal number of times. And the insoles worked...NO PAIN! I wear a mens 10-wide shoe, and these insoles fit like they were made for my shoes. Since using, I've experienced no pain, and the insoles are not uncomfortable to wear. As a note, I do have a pair of Asics running shoes that I've been wearing to the gym, and since the insoles in these shoes cannot be removed, the carbon fiber insoles can't be used with these shoes. But they have worked great with all of my New Balance shoes. I like the fact that this item comes with two carbon fiber insoles and are not as expensive as some of the other insoles that are available. I've got to say that these are a huge recommend!

They provide support for painful toe joints. I put these under the insoles of my shoes. It makes it so your toes do not bend. They are firm and durable. They do indeed provide pain relief. I wish I discovered this years ago. So simple and effective.

I've ordered these a couple of times to use in my shoes to address my hallux limitus (arthritic big toe). I'm throwing them away! I tried to transfer them to a different pair of shoes and in the process discovered that , in less than 6 months, they're deteriorating and producing a fine, black residue a bit like copier toner that ruined the golf shirt I was wearing...aka it doesn't wash out. Two other cons: coupled with orthotic insoles, the friction produces a loud "squeak" when I walk and they're too narrow for medium width (C) men's shoes. I've changed the rating to 3 stars, not for the product, but, assuming they're true to their word, for the customer service. In fairness to the Amazon merchant, they've offered to refund my purchase amount...hoping they don't expect the insoles back, because I threw them away. Changed the review back to 1 star when merchant reneged on the refund offer.

These were recommended to me by my podiatrist to help with foot pain due to bone spurs. They are next to impossible to cut to fit your shoes and were not comfortable in the least even under insoles. They do prevent your foot from bending to help eliminate the pain I experience but also caused my heal to slide on the back of my shoe.

I got these by recommendation from my kid's orthopedist after he was able to take off his boot. It worked amazingly and significantly reduced his pain. It allowed him to have more freedom in mobility while supporting his foot and allowing it to finish healing.