How to Adjust a Heel Lift
- 1). Visit your doctor to find if you will benefit from a heel lift. You should have an X-ray done to determine the origin of your condition and the amount of lift you will need.
- 2). Find the right heel lift for you. There are many types available. Adjustable heel lifts are often recommended because of their versatility. The physical therapy supplies site AccessHealth.com recommends the brand Clearly Adjustable because "height can be adjusted from 2 to 12mm by peeling and replacing 1mm layers, and the lift is easily trimmed for fit with scissors." The brand is available in the United States.
- 3). Get three-layer lifts if you want to wear sandals and for shoes in which insole cannot be lifted. According to FootSmart.com, the fit can be customized with three separate 1/8" layers that enable you to add 3/8" or 1/4" or 1/8" to a shorter leg.
