Footgel Barefoot insoles
Natural stride and comfort
20,90 €
Description
Footgel Barefoot is a high-cushioning insole designed for barefoot footwear. It respects the natural gait pattern and protects against complaints and possible injuries in the feet, knees and lower back.
Benefits
- Respects the natural gait: it has no rigid elements or correctors that force the foot's position or alter the gait.
- Protection during the transition to minimalism: it reduces impact and overload on feet, knees and lower back, preventing discomfort and possible injuries.
- Respects the natural space for the toes: its wide front area fits the toe box of barefoot footwear without compressing the toes.
- Termocrep-Gel® 3R cushioning: the barefoot insole absorbs the impact of each step to protect feet and joints.
- Class I medical device: it supports comfort, protection and foot wellbeing during everyday use.
- Hypoallergenic and antibacterial: it prevents the growth of bacteria and helps keep the inside of the footwear more hygienic.
- Long-lasting eucalyptus scent: the gel contains eucalyptus essence, which fights bad odours.
Available sizes
| Sizes | Insole length |
|---|---|
| 35-40 | 22,8 - 26,0 cm |
| 41-46 | 27,2 - 30,8 cm |
Scientific evidence
Footgel Barefoot insoles are designed to provide cushioning while keeping the freedom and sensitivity of barefoot footwear. Studies on the transition to minimalist shoes show that changing too quickly can increase stress on the foot, while cushioning materials can reduce pressure peaks without resorting to rigid structures.
Too fast a transition increases stress on the foot
In a study with 36 experienced runners, those who made a 10-week transition to minimalist footwear more frequently showed increases in bone marrow oedema detected by MRI: 10 out of 19 runners, compared with the group that continued in traditional shoes. The researchers recommended making the transition slowly and progressively.
Ridge et al. (2013) · View study
Cushioning can reduce pressure without rigid structures
A systematic review of studies with flat insole materials found that different cushioning materials can reduce peak plantar pressures while walking. The studies assessed the effect of the materials themselves, without necessarily relying on rigid arch structures.
Gerrard et al. (2020) · View study
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