Shoe Lifts

Athletes depend on their shoes for essential support, balance, and comfort to excel in their performance. Yet, ordinary athletic footwear might fall short for those dealing with leg length discrepancies (LLD), Achilles tendonitis, or other orthopedic issues. Athletic shoe lifts offer a fantastic solution to enhance posture, relieve pain, and boost performance. However, to fully…

Living with a noticeable difference in leg length can lead to specific challenges, ranging from trouble finding comfortable footwear to discomfort during daily activities. If one leg is shorter than the other, selecting the right shoes can greatly enhance your posture, balance, and overall comfort. This blog delves into what features to consider in shoes…

The world of cobbling and shoe modification is undergoing a seismic shift. Once an accessible trade found on nearly every corner, the shoe repair industry is now in rapid decline, with fewer and fewer options for those seeking specialized services such as shoe lift modifications. However, amid this decline, mail-in solutions are emerging as a…

Orthopedic heel lifts are a game-changer for individuals dealing with leg length discrepancies, chronic pain, or other foot-related issues. These specially designed inserts provide the necessary elevation to one or both feet, promoting better posture, improved comfort, and enhanced mobility. At American Heelers, we specialize in crafting high-quality orthopedic heel lifts and modifications that cater…

Some people are born with perfect feet, while others are not. Even if you are born with healthy feet, you never know when life will take a turn for the worse and you will injure your feet. Certain shoe styles, medical conditions like diabetes, and even healthy-for-you sports can cause foot imperfections that cause pain…

People often associate “orthopedic shoes” with the unstylish shoes they’ve seen somewhere. However, the term “orthopedic shoes” refers to a wide range of footwear, from over-the-counter to custom, and from sneakers to dress shoes, all of which are intended to help people with a variety of foot conditions. Orthopedic shoes, thankfully, have evolved from clunky,…

Leg Length Discrepancy(LLD) is a situation where the length of one leg is slightly different from the other leg. This could be a birth defect or it could happen because of any bone-related disease or injury. To well address this challenge, most orthopedic doctors prefer shoe inserts to surgery. The patient is recommended heel inserts…

Pain in the feet can have a big influence on our everyday lives and make it difficult for us to participate in activities that we like. Shoe lifts designed specifically for orthopedic footwear offer relief from foot discomfort and a general improvement in foot health, which is a fortunate development. In this article, we will…

When it comes to addressing leg length discrepancies (LLD), there are countless stories of people living with discomfort, imbalance, and even emotional turmoil as they navigate a world built for perfectly symmetrical bodies. Howard, a recent customer of American Heelers, shared his incredible and deeply personal story—a tale spanning over six decades of physical and…

Shoe lifts are frequently advocated as a suitable treatment for treating leg length differences in children. However, there are some misunderstandings and misconceptions about the use of shoe lifts for children. We will dispel 23 prevalent myths in this article to help you make informed decisions about your child’s footwear needs. Myth 1: Children’s shoe…