Because of the ‘foot-friendly’ materials used in Footminders and its anatomic shape (following the foot’s natural curves) it only takes a few days to get used to the orthotics. Most of our customers will find them comfortable immediately after inserting in them their shoes. Some people, however, need a some to get used to them, and for the Footminders orthotics to mold to you feet. If the orthotic feels strange or uncomfortable at first, we recommend you wear them only for one hour per day, and increase the wearing time by an extra half to one hour every day, until they feel completely comfortable.