Research is mixed on the benefits of insoles. Several studies show they can decrease chronic pain from excessive pronation, stress forces on the foot, and lower-leg injuries. ... For some, insoles may be a Band-Aid that provides relief during a temporary running injury.

Do professional runners use insoles?

Haber is in good company when it comes to orthotics. Physicians have prescribed them to injured runners for years, and there is no slowdown in sight. According to a study from IndustryARC, the foot orthotic insole market is likely to grow at a rate of 5.8 percent annually to reach $3.5 billion by 2020.

Can I run with shoe inserts?

Yes, your orthotics are wrong for a runner and yes, they are probably the cause of your knee pain by not correcting your biomechanical problem. Running magnifies every biomechanical flaw with each step. ... When Sports Physicians speak of orthotics, we mean a VERY SPECIFIC type of foot support.