Arch Support Insoles Research Articles

Effects of prefabricated arch-support insole hardness on foot pressure and muscle activity in mountaineer porters during load-bearing tasks in mountainous terrain

BackgroundThe study aimed to compare the effects of medium hardness and high hardness arch-support insoles, with the latter modified by a soft forefoot pad, on foot pressure distribution and muscle activation during high-load carrying tasks in authentic mountainous trail environments. MethodsSixteen male mountaineer porters with experience in high-load carrying tasks participated in the experiments. They wore commercially available prefabricated arch-support insoles, specifically referred to as medium hardness arch-support material (MH) and high hardness arch-support material attached a 1-mm soft sponge pad to the forefoot area (HHSF) during uphill and downhill walking tasks with a 25-kg load. Foot pressure and muscle activation were measured using wireless pressure distribution insoles and a wireless surface electromyography system, respectively. ResultsThe HHSF showed significantly higher perceived comfort scores and reduced foot pressure in specific regions during downhill walking (p < 0.05). It exhibited increased peak foot pressure in the forefoot during uphill walking (p < 0.05). The MH showed greater foot pressure in the second metatarsal during downhill walking and a larger contact area in the midfoot during uphill walking (p < 0.05). Muscle activation did not differ significantly between the two insoles (p > 0.05). ConclusionThe study indicates that combining a high hardness arch-support insole with a soft forefoot pad may enhance comfort and potentially reduce foot injury risks, and improves foot propulsion and pressure distribution.

Effects of foot exercises and customized arch support insoles on foot posture, plantar force distribution, and balance in people with flexible flatfoot: A randomized controlled trial

BackgroundExercises strengthening foot muscles and customized arch support insoles are recommended for improving foot posture in flexible flatfoot. However, it is not known what the effects of exercises and insoles on plantar force distribution obtained during walking at different speeds. Also, randomized controlled trials comparing the effects of exercises and insoles are limited. Research questionWhat are the effects of foot exercises, customized arch support insoles, and exercises plus insoles on foot posture, plantar force distribution, and balance in people with flexible flatfoot? Do exercises, insoles, and exercises plus insoles affect outcome measures differently? MethodsForty-five people with flexible flatfoot were randomly divided into three groups and 40 of those completed the study. The exercise group performed tibialis posterior strengthening and short foot exercises three days a week for six weeks. The insole group used their customized arch support insoles for six weeks. The exercise plus insole group received both interventions for six weeks. The assessments were performed three times: before the interventions and at the 6th and 12th weeks. Outcome measures were (1) foot posture, (2) plantar force distribution in the following conditions: static standing, barefoot walking at different speeds, and walking immediately after the heel-rise test, and (3) balance. ResultsFoot posture improved in all groups, but insole was less effective than exercise and exercise plus insole (p<0.05). Plantar force variables obtained during standing and walking changed in all groups (p<0.05). The superiority of the interventions differed according to the plantar regions and walking speed conditions (p<0.05). Static balance improved in all groups, but limits of stability improved in the exercise plus insole and exercise groups (p<0.05). SignificanceThe superiority of the interventions differed according to the assessed parameter. The management of flexible flatfoot should be tailored based on the assessment results of each individual.

Foot Muscle Exercise: A Novel Approach to Improve Motor Functions in Children with Down Syndrome Having Pes Planus – A Randomized Controlled Trial

ABSTRACT Objective The study aimed to determine the efficacy of foot muscle exercises in children with DS having pes planus. Methods Forty-seven subjects randomly assigned to foot muscle exercises (study group) or an arch support insole with one-leg balance exercises (control group), thrice weekly intervention for 12-weeks followed by a home program with residual effect assessed after 24-weeks from baseline. Results The motor functions were significantly improved in both groups (p = 0.00). A positive residual effect was found in the study group for both parameters. Whilst in the control group it failed to give a positive residual effect for GMFM-88, while PBS yielded positive outcomes. The study group showed significantly better results than the control group in comparison. Conclusion The novel finding suggests that the foot muscle exercise has the potential to improve motor functions in children with Down syndrome and it can be used as an alternative therapeutic approach to the conventional method.

The effect of personalized orthopedic insoles on plantar pressure during running in subtle cavus foot.

Objective: This study aims to investigate the patterns of plantar pressure distribution during running for patients with subtle cavus foot (SCF) and determine the impact of personalized orthopedic insoles with forefoot wedge on plantar pressure distribution in patients with SCF. Methods: Sixteen undergraduate participants (8 with SCF and 8 with normal arches) were recruited based on arch height index measurements. Two full-length insoles were personalized for each SCF based on plantar pressures during running, an arch support insole (ASI) and an arch support with forefoot wedge insole (AFI). Foot pressure data collected during different insole conditions in running, analyzing ten regions of footprints for peak pressure and pressure-time integral. Results: Higher peak pressures were observed in patients with SCF at the medial forefoot (p = 0.021), medial heel (p = 0.013), and lateral heel (p = 0.025), with a higher pressure-time integral also noted at the medial forefoot (p = 0.025), medial heel (p = 0.015), and lateral heel (p = 0.047) when compared to normal arches. Compared with without-insole, both the AFI and the ASI reduced peak pressure at the medial (AFI p = 0.011; ASI p = 0.024) and lateral heel (AFI p = 0.028; ASI p = 0.032). The AFI reduced peak pressure at the medial heel (p = 0.013) compared with the ASI. Both the AFI and the ASI reduced pressure-time integral at the medial forefoot (AFI p = 0.003; ASI p = 0.026), central forefoot (AFI p = 0.005; ASI p = 0.011), medial heel (AFI p = 0.017; ASI p = 0.005), and lateral heel (AFI p = 0.017; ASI p = 0.019). Additionally, the ASI reduced pressure-time integral at the big toe (p = 0.015) compared with the without-insole. Conclusion: These findings demonstrate that during running in patients with SCF, plantar pressures are concentrated in the forefoot and heel compared to the normal arch. The personalized orthotic insoles can be used to effectively redistribute plantar pressure in patients with SCF running. Incorporating a forefoot wedge to specifically address the biomechanical abnormalities associated with SCF may enhance the effectiveness of orthopedic insoles.

Comparison between Exercise Program-Foot Orthoses Treatment and Exercise Program Alone after Pilon Fracture Surgery: Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial.

The management of tibial pilon fractures is challenging and often leads to complications and limitations in ankle function. The study aims to investigate myotonometric parameters and muscle strength of ankle muscles, as well as gait pattern and balance among patients following surgical treatment of pilon fractures. The randomized controlled study will analyze the differences between the patients who will follow a 3-month physical exercise program and will wear customized foot orthoses (i.e., customized orthotic arch support insoles) versus patients who will attend only the physical exercise program. For each group, at least 21 patients will be required. The assessment involves four different testing procedures: myotonometry (anterior tibialis, medial and lateral gastrocnemius, and longus peroneus assessed using MyotonPRO), muscle strength testing (ankle dorsiflexors, plantar flexors, and peroneal muscles assessed using MicroFET2 dynamometer), analysis of gait parameters (using Scheinworks treadmill), and double-leg and single-leg balance tests (using K-Force plate). After 3 months, the assessments will record which of the two treatments (physical exercise program with or without wearing customized foot orthoses) has better outcomes in regaining ankle muscle properties and tone, as well as the restoration of gait and balance.

The Effect Insole Usage on Children Balance with Flatfoot Condition

Background: Flatfoot conditions cause children to experience balance problems due to musculoskeletal disorders of the foot. Cases of flatfoot are prevalent in many children and can interfere with their growth and development, potentially reducing their quality of life in the future. Therefore, efforts are needed to improve children's balance. This study aims to determine whether the usage of insoles has an effect on the balance of children with flatfoot conditions at Banyuanyar 3 Elementary School. Methods and Subjects: By implementing gross motor training for children and utilizing arch support insoles, the study seeks to enhance children's balance ability. The research design is a quantitative experimental design with Randomized Controlled Trials (RCT), employing Single Blinding, and data collection through Pre-test and Post-test. The purposive sampling technique was used, with an intervention period of 30 days. The subjects included students from SD Negeri Banyuanyar 3, with a selected sample of 30 children from a population of 119 with flatfoot conditions. Standard interventions, such as rhythmic gymnastics, function as efforts to improve children's balance abilities and are applied to both the control and intervention groups, each comprising 15 children. The Pediatric Balance Scale (PBS) was used in this study to measure the level of functional balance in children. Results: The Wilcoxon test results for the treatment group indicated a P-value of 0.002 (&lt;0.05), signifying a difference in balance ability between the pre-test and post-test in the treatment group. This indicates an improvement in balance among children using EVA insoles. Conversely, the control group's test results showed a P-value of 0.067 (P&gt;0.05), suggesting no difference in balance ability between the pre-test and post-test in the control group. Therefore, based on this study, it can be concluded that the use of EVA insoles with arch support was found to improve the balance of children with flatfoot conditions.

Do Arch Supports Alter Foot Alignment in Patients with Metatarsalgia? A Weightbearing CT and x-ray Study

Category: Midfoot/Forefoot; Lesser Toes Introduction/Purpose: Arch-support insoles are frequently included in the treatment plans for common foot ailments including metatarsalgia. Literature has demonstrated that insoles with metatarsal and arch support could relieve walking pain and improve patient-reported measures of function in metatarsalgia. The purpose of this study was to examine alterations in foot alignment among metatarsalgia patients who used arch support insoles. Methods: A clinical trial was initiated after the approval by the institutional review board. Patients with metatarsalgia (age: 18-65 y/o) were included after they consented to participate. Individuals with open wounds, feet asymmetry, using assistive device or brace, and those with BMI more than 35 were excluded. Participants underwent weightbearing computed tomography (WBCT), and weight-bearing x-ray of their feet while standing barefoot or on the insoles (Good Feet™, Dr.’s Own, LLC). The radiological measurements on WBCT and X-rays conducted in these patients are shown in Table 1. The Wilcoxon-Signed Rank test was used for comparison of the continuous measurements, and the interobserver reliability was analyzed with Intraclass Correlation Coefficient (ICC). Results: Ten patients with a mean age of 46.9±13.06 years were included in the study. Observed changes on X-rays include decreased 4th-5th intermetatarsal angle (p=0.04), 2nd-4th/2nd-5th metatarsal tangent angles (p=0.003, p=0.001), and 1st metatarsal length on antroposterior (AP) view (p=0.02). Also, 1st metatarsal declination angle (p=0.002), and talo-first metatarsal angle on AP view (p=0.05) were increased. No significant changes on the WBCT were found, except for a decrease in the first metatarsal pronation angle (p=0.02). Conclusion: Arch support insoles can bring about anatomical changes especially in the forefoot area of patients with metatarsalgia. While the causal correlation between these changes and alleviation of the symptoms cannot be proven based on our data, these outcomes can guide future clinical trials comparing different treatment for metatarsalgia to determine contributing factors to the healing process of this condition.

Effect of Custom-designed Insole with Arch and Metatarsal Support on Adjustment of the Lower Limb Kinematics

Insole construction is considered to be related to stability in sports, and custom-made insoles with their scientifically tailored approach and effective construction are considered to be the main means of adjusting posture and reducing risk in sports. We have designed a non-100% full-fit design insole (CDI) with an arch support insole and metatarsal liner to determine whether this insole can be adapted to lower limb kinematics. Eleven healthy volunteers participated in this randomized crossover test in which a motion capture and 3D gait analysis system was used to measure the subjects’ lower limb kinematic data while exercising at different slopes and speeds wearing three different insoles: CDI, control Insole (CI) and arch support insoles (ASI). In addition, the experiments introduced the speed and slope factor, analyzed the extent to which speed slope affects joint angle using UNIANOVA, and compared the performance differences between the three insoles in different planes in pairs. The CDI inhibited ankle dorsiflexion and knee flexion in the sagittal plane; in the frontal plane, CDI reduced knee adduction and hip abduction angles. There was a statistically significant difference (p &lt; 0.05) between the change in joint angle and the velocity slope. Slope*speed had a greater effect on the ankle and knee joints (%sig&gt;30%). The results show that the CDI has better kinematic adjustability in the ankle and knee joints due to its superior insole design approach. Therefore, wearing the CDI may be an effective way of reducing risks in sports.

Investigation of the Effectiveness of Plantar Pressure Redistribution of Customized Insole Structure Designed Based on Plantar Structure

Although both fabricated insoles and customized insoles were designed with varied function components, current knowledge approved that customized insoles worked much better. However, how the customized insoles achieved a better performance in term of load re-distribution was still lacking quantitative assessment. The aim was to determine whether the customized insole structure based on a novel customization procedure proposed in this study performs better than the prefabricated insoles in terms of plantar pressure re-distribution efficiency. This study included ten healthy subjects, each wearing four types of insoles accordingly (control insoles; arch support insoles; orthotic insoles; customized insoles), and plantar pressure was collected in a walking state. The custom insoles are made by determining the subject’s plantar surface and key plantar points, then following the customization procedure to finish them. The plantar area was divided into eight zones and then a pressure transfer algorithm was used to gain insight into the plantar pressure. Compared to the control group insoles, the arch support of the customized insoles reduced pressure in the hallux region and transferred pressure from the M4-5 to the MH and LH regions, while the metatarsal pad enhanced the pressure transfer in the mid-foot, and the anterior-posterior height difference of the insole plays a role in pressure transfer. Furthermore, the customized insoles performed close to the professional orthotic insoles. Design strategy with accurate insole’s component location and reasonably plantar surface matching, our customized insole demonstrated advantages such as a better loading redistribution and significant pressure relieving on the forefoot.

Effects of three-dimensional image based insole for healthy volunteers: a pilot clinical trial.

Clinical Research Information Service Identifier: KCT0008100.

Photocurable and elastic polyurethane based on polyether glycol with adjustable hardness for 3D printing customized flatfoot orthosis.

Orthopedic insoles is the most commonly used nonsurgical treatment method for the flatfoot. Polyurethane (PU) plays a crucial role in the manufacturing of orthopedic insoles due to its high wear resistance and elastic recovery. However, preparing orthopedic insoles with adjustable hardness, high-accuracy, and matches the plantar morphology is challenging. Herein, a liquid crystal display (LCD) three-dimensional (3D) printer was used to prepare the customized arch-support insoles based on photo-curable and elastic polyurethane acrylate (PUA) composite resins. Two kinds of photo-curable polyurethanes (DL1000-PUA and DL2000-PUA) were successfully synthesized, and a series of fast-photocuring polyurethane acrylate (PUA) composite resins for photo-polymerization 3D printing were developed. The effects of different acrylate monomers on the Shore hardness, viscosity, and mechanical properties of the PUA composite resins were evaluated. The PUA-3-1 composite resin exhibited low viscosity, optimal hardness, and mechanical properties. A deviation analysis was conducted to assess the accuracy of printed insole. Furthermore, the stress conditions of the PUA composite resin and ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) under the weight load of healthy adults were compared by finite element analysis (FEA) simulation. The results demonstrated that the stress of the PUA composite resin and EVA were 0.152 MPa and 0.285 MPa, and displacement were 0.051 mm and 3.449 mm, respectively. These results indicate that 3D-printed arch-support insole based on photocurable PUA composite resin are high-accuracy, and can reduce plantar pressure and prevent insoles premature deformation, which show great potential in the physiotherapeutic intervention for foot disorders.

Analysis of Functional Arch Support Insoles on the Biomechanics and Performance in Right-Forward Lunging Step of Badminton Players.

The purpose of this study was to examine the differences in biomechanical parameters and sports-specific performance of lower limbs between arch support insoles (ASI) and flat insoles (FLI) when performing net strides. After installing the MVN IMU system, 18 college badminton team members were asked to take the following tests: (1) Consecutive net stride tests; (2) Six-point footwork tests; (3) Retrieve/stroke the ball at the left and right net; (4) Smash and retrieve/stroke the ball at the net; (5) Smash at the front and back crossover step. The joint angle of the lower limbs and ground reaction force during the support phase was collected. The results demonstrated that the peak right hip flexion angle was significantly greater with ASI than FLI (63.09 ± 10.70; 60.08 ± 13.82; p = 0.028), while the peak right foot inversion angle was significantly smaller with ASI than FLI (20.68 ± 7.87; 23.85 ± 8.11; p = 0.013). The principal conclusion was that the arch support insole avoids the decrease in the hip flexion angle and the increase in the foot inversion angle during the net stride tests.

Arch-Support Insoles Benefit the Archery Performance and Stability of Compound Archers.

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effects of the use of arch-support insoles on the archery performance and center of plantar pressure (CoP) excursion in compound archers. Fifteen highly skilled compound archers were the subjects. A pressure plate was used to measure the CoP excursion and percentage distribution of plantar pressure. The parameters were compared between archers wearing flat and arch-support insoles using a paired-sample t-test. The results demonstrated that the shooting score in archers wearing the arch-support insole was significantly greater than in those wearing the flat insoles. The CoP excursion of the left foot, right foot, and both feet in archers wearing the arch-support insole were significantly smaller than in those wearing the flat insole. The distributed percentage of the plantar pressure showed that the arch-support insole significantly reduced the plantar pressure in the left posterior zone by 3.54% compared with the flat insole, and increased the plantar pressure in the right anterior zone by 2.54%. The principal conclusion was that compound archers wearing arch-support insoles during the arrow-release process can reduce the CoP excursion of the foot and increase their shooting score. The plantar pressure was distributed evenly in arch-support insoles.

Immediate Effects of Silicone Arch Support Insoles on Postural Balance in Children with Flexible Flat Feet

Immediate Effects of Silicone Arch Support Insoles on Postural Balance in Children with Flexible Flat Feet

The effect of arch-support insole on knee kinematics and kinetics during a stop-jump maneuver.

Anterior cruciate ligament injuries commonly occur during sports that involve sudden stops or direction changes. Although athletes often use arch-support insoles in competition and training, little is known about the effect of foot insoles on knee biomechanics and jump take-off performances. This study aimed to investigate the effects of arch-support insoles on knee kinematics and kinetics during the stop-braking phase and the subsequent jump take-off performances. That is a quasi-experimental study, repeated-measures design. Twenty male healthy recreational university basketball athletes performed stop-jump with maximum effort in both arch-support and flat insole conditions. Paired t -tests were performed on knee kinetics and kinematics and jump performance variables to determine whether there were significant differences between insole conditions. Wearing arch-support insoles experienced larger ground reaction forces (GRFs), loading rates of peak vertical and posterior GRFs, peak knee adduction and rotation moments, and knee flexion angular velocity than the flat insoles ( P < 0.05). The increased GRFs and knee loading in arch-support insoles are indicative of a higher risk of anterior cruciate ligament injuries. The findings could be insightful to the knee mechanics that are related to performance and injury potential during stop-jump maneuvers.

A Three-Dimensional Printed Foot Orthosis for Flexible Flatfoot: An Exploratory Biomechanical Study on Arch Support Reinforcement and Undercut.

The advancement of 3D printing and scanning technology enables the digitalization and customization of foot orthosis with better accuracy. However, customized insoles require rectification to direct control and/or correct foot deformity, particularly flatfoot. In this exploratory study, we aimed at two design rectification features (arch stiffness and arch height) using three sets of customized 3D-printed arch support insoles (R+U+, R+U−, and R−U+). The arch support stiffness could be with or without reinforcement (R+/−) and the arch height may or may not have an additional elevation, undercutting (U+/−), which were compared to the control (no insole). Ten collegiate participants (four males and six females) with flexible flatfoot were recruited for gait analysis on foot kinematics, vertical ground reaction force, and plantar pressure parameters. A randomized crossover trial was conducted on the four conditions and analyzed using the Friedman test with pairwise Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Compared to the control, there were significant increases in peak ankle dorsiflexion and peak pressure at the medial midfoot region, accompanied by a significant reduction in peak pressure at the hindfoot region for the insole conditions. In addition, the insoles tended to control hindfoot eversion and forefoot abduction though the effects were not significant. An insole with stronger support features (R+U+) did not necessarily produce more favorable outcomes, probably due to over-cutting or impingement. The outcome of this study provides additional data to assist the design rectification process. Future studies should consider a larger sample size with stratified flatfoot features and covariating ankle flexibility while incorporating more design features, particularly medial insole postings.

The arch support insoles show benefits to people with flatfoot on stance time, cadence, plantar pressure and contact area

Pes planus (flatfoot) is a common deformity characterized by the midfoot arch collapses during walking. As the midfoot is responsible for shock absorption, persons with flatfoot experience increased risk of injuries such as thumb valgus, tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, metatarsal pain, knee pain, lower-back pain with prolonged uphill, downhill, and level walking, depriving them of the physical and mental health benefits of walking as an exercise. Fifteen female college students with flatfoot were recruited. A wireless plantar-pressure system was used to measure the stance time, cadence, plantar pressure, and contact area. Parameters were compared between wearing flat and arch-support insoles using a two-way repeated measures ANOVA with on an incline, decline, and level surface, respectively. The significance level α was set to 0.05. The effect size (ES) was calculated as a measure of the practical relevance of the significance using Cohen's d. On the level surface, the stance time in the arch-support insole was significantly shorter than in the flat insole (p<0.05; ES = 0.48). The peak pressure of the big toe in the arch-support insole was significantly greater than in the flat insole on the uphill (p<0.05; ES = 0.53) and level surfaces (p<0.05; ES = 0.71). The peak pressure of the metatarsals 2-4 and the contact area of the midfoot in the arch-support insole were significantly greater than in the flat insole on all surfaces (all p< 0.05). These results imply that wearing an arch-support insole provides benefits in the shortened stance time and generation of propulsion force to the big toe while walking on uphill and level surfaces and to the metatarsals 2-4 while walking on the level surface. More evenly distributed contact areas across the midfoot may help absorb shock during uphill, downhill and level walking.

Effects of Arch Support Insoles on Single- and Dual-Task Gait Performance Among Community-Dwelling Older Adults.

PurposeTo explore the immediate and prolonged effects of arch support insoles on single- and dual-task gait performance among community-dwelling older adults.MethodsTwenty women performed single- and dual-task walking for 10 m at self-selected comfortable and fast paces while performing serial subtractions (cognitive interference) or carrying a tray (motor interference). Spatiotemporal gait parameters were measured and compared with measurements without arch support immediately after the insertion of the insoles and at 1-week follow-up.ResultsSome effects were noted, with small-to-medium effect sizes. During comfortable-paced single-task walking, stride length and walk ratio (step length/cadence) increased after arch support use. During comfortable-paced motor dual-task walking, arch support use increased cadence, stride length, and speed and decreased dual-task costs (DTCs) on cadence and speed. During fast-paced motor dual-task walking, cadence increased and the DTC on cadence decreased after arch support use at the 1-week follow-up. During comfortable-paced cognitive dual-task walking, cadence increased and the walk ratio decreased following arch support use. At the 1-week follow-up, DTCs on cadence reduced, but those on stride length and speed increased. During fast-paced cognitive dual-task walking, the speed and stride length demonstrated immediate decreases followed by increases at the 1-week follow-up.ConclusionThe study results indicate that the use of arch support improves single- and motor dual-task gait performance, which may contribute to gait and balance training in older adults.

The Effects of the Short Foot Exercise on Navicular Drop: A Critically Appraised Topic.

Clinical Scenario: Deformation of the arch, as measured by navicular drop (ND), is linked to lower-extremity musculoskeletal injuries. The short foot exercise (SFE) has been used to strengthen the intrinsic foot muscles that support the arch. Clinical Question: Does the SFE decrease ND in healthy adults? Summary of Key Findings: Three studies that examined the use of the SFE on ND were included. A randomized control trial that compared the SFE to a towel-curl exercise and a control group found no significant differences between the 3 groups. A randomized control trial compared the SFE to the use of arch support insoles in individuals with a flexible flatfoot and found a significant improvement in the SFE group. A prospective cohort study, without a control group, reported a significant decrease in ND following a 4-week SFE intervention without a regression at an 8-week follow-up. Overall, two of the three studies reported a significant reduction in ND following an SFE. Clinical Bottom Line: There is preliminary data supporting the use of the SFE to decrease ND-particularly in individuals with a flexible flatfoot. However, issues with the study designs make it difficult to interpret the data. Strength of Recommendation: Due to limited evidence, there is grade B evidence to support the use of the SFE to decrease ND.

Effect of Red Arch-Support Insoles on Subjective Comfort and Movement Biomechanics in Various Landing Heights.

Red is perceived as a “winning color”, which may influence actual and perceived performances in sports, but little effort has been done to assess the added value on colored foot insoles in basketball movements. This study examined if colored foot insole would influence perceived comfort and lower extremity biomechanics during drop landing. Nineteen male basketball players performed drop landing trials with different insoles (red arch-support, white arch-support, and white-flat) and landing heights (0.45 and 0.61 m). Two-way (Insole x Height) ANOVAs with repeated measures were performed on each of the knee and ankle angles and moments variables. Wearing red arch-support insoles induced better perception of forefoot and rearfoot cushioning and overall comfort but smaller plantarflexion moment than the white-flat insoles (p < 0.05). Increased landing height was related to higher ground reaction loading, sagittal flexion angles, range of motion, and joint moments but smaller ankle eversion (p < 0.05). Findings indicate that foot insoles might have influenced comfort perception and joint kinetics, but not joint kinematics. The use of red color in foot insoles could potentially maximize the effectiveness of foot insoles in a way that alters comfort perception and motor control during landing, with implications for risk of injury.