How Orthotic Insoles for Knee Pain Can Help You

Do you struggle to stay on your feet because of chronic knee pain? Whether from an injury, arthritis, or overuse, knee pain can be debilitating, causing instability and difficulty walking. Many healthcare providers treat knee pain with orthotic insoles, but how do they work, and which insoles should you get for knee pain?

This article explains how problems with your feet can cause pain in your knees, and how PowerStep® insoles for knee pain can get you back on your feet.

The Link Between Your Feet & Knee Pain

One of the most common reasons people have knee pain when walking is because of their feet. As the foundation of your body, your feet need proper support. Without it, your lower body can become misaligned, increasing stress on your knees, hips and back. This misalignment can often be traced back to how your foot moves when you walk.

Most feet naturally pronate or roll slightly inward with each step. Feet that roll too far inward or not enough force the knee to function in an unnatural position, causing poor alignment, instability, and sometimes injury. Understanding whether you overpronate or underpronate is critical to addressing knee pain related to foot mechanics.

People who have flat feet are more likely to overpronate, while those with high arches often experience underpronation. In both cases, the feet cannot distribute weight evenly, leading to knee pain. Orthotic insoles cushion and support your feet to reduce stress, improve alignment, and prevent abnormal pronation.

Read more about Finding Your Arch Type here.

How PowerStep Insoles Relieve Knee Pain

Trusted by podiatrists and chiropractors, PowerStep orthotic insoles help relieve and prevent knee pain associated with poor foot function. Our signature arch shape and deep heel cradle promote healthy alignment and stability of the foot and ankle, helping to limit joint stress while improving comfort with premium cushioning.

According to clinical research, 90% of PowerStep users had less foot, knee or back pain in just 2 weeks.

Clinically proven to improve foot function and decrease pain, PowerStep orthotics help correct your foot’s position and evenly distribute weight. This reduces pressure on the knee joint and controls excess movement like pronation. With PowerStep, relief from knee pain is just a step away.

What are the best insoles for knee pain?

When deciding which insoles are best for you, consider the cause of your pain whether it’s from flat feet, overpronation, or activities like running. With PowerStep, you can find knee pain relief whether you need a customizable orthotic or an over-the-counter shoe insert.

Below are some of our best insoles for knee pain and how they can help:

Pinnacle® Orthotic Insoles

Designed for conditions like plantar fasciitis, PowerStep Pinnacle orthotic insoles also help alleviate knee, hip and back pain. Their perfect balance of comfort and support stabilizes and aligns the feet to reduce stress, relieve, prevent pain caused by mild to moderate pronation.

The best daily shoe inserts for knee pain. you can also find them in Pinnacle Low for flat feet and Pinnacle High for high arches.

Pinnacle Maxx Insoles for Overpronation

PowerStep Pinnacle Maxx insoles are the best insoles for knee pain from overpronation. Their angled heel post keeps your feet from rolling inward while the firm design supports your arch without collapsing under your weight, giving you the stability and control you need for daily activities.

Heat Moldable Insoles

Most research points to custom orthotics as a useful treatment for knee pain. The PowerStep Heat Moldable insoles offer similar benefits to custom orthotics for a lower cost. The personalized fit can be molded at home for full-contact support that improves alignment, stability and motion control for all arch types.

PULSE® Maxx Insoles for Runners

If you overpronate when you run, PowerStep PULSE Maxx insoles can help limit the stress on your knees during training. Made with shock absorbing foam and an angled heel post, these overpronation insoles help runners relieve and prevent pain from shin splints, runner’s knee, and more.

Bridge® Insoles for Standing All Day

Do you have a job that keeps you on your feet? PowerStep bridge insoles help relieve foot fatigue and knee pain from standing all day. Adaptable arch support offers a customized fit that teaches proper alignment while slow-recovery foam returns energy with every step for lasting comfort and support.

Using Medial and Lateral Wedge Insoles for Knee Pain

Medial or lateral wedge shoe inserts go underneath an orthotic for extra heel correction. They can be used on the outside of the heel for overpronation, or on the inside to stop feet from rolling outward, a common problem for those with varus knee deformity or bow leggedness.

Some studies suggest that wedge insoles that help guide the foot and knee into alignment can help reduce pain by decreasing stress on the knees. PowerStep 2 Degree Heel Wedges can be used for overpronation or underpronation, adding additional heel correction for those who need it.

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Although many studies have found that orthotics can help some patients with knee pain, orthotics may not be the solution for everyone. Talk to your healthcare provider about whether orthotic insoles could help you.

Relieve Knee Pain with PowerStep Orthotics

PowerStep insoles for knee pain offer targeted support for healthy alignment and pain-free movement. Whether you struggle with overpronation or daily fatigue, explore our knee pain relief products designed to help you keep moving forward.