Insoles come in generic over the counter and fully customised versions. Here’s the thing – you are not generic! What works for you may not work for someone else. Each individual has different biomechanics, activity levels, types of pathology and pain, weight, age and footwear etc. Over the counter inserts may in fact make your condition worse, or not help at all.
Since orthotic treatment should not be the same for everyone, you need tailored care which is precisely what custom orthotics provide for your body.
Custom made orthotics are an investment in your lower limb health that returns benefits to you over time. Over the counter inserts are cheaper but are often made with lower quality materials and are not specifically designed to assist with your particular issues.