Frequently Asked Questions

Shoe inserts, including heel inserts, have been tried by many of our customers in the past. Feedback from these individuals often highlights the discomfort and pain associated with this solution for addressing leg length differences. The primary issue is that these inserts tend to shift and move within the shoe under the foot, leading to discomfort and pain.

Furthermore, heel lift inserts face a fundamental limitation. Shoe cavities typically have limited space to accommodate the foot, and they are usually snugly fitted with no extra room for inserts. Consequently, any leg length difference greater than ¼ inch cannot be adequately addressed with internal inserts and instead requires external shoe sole modifications for effective correction.

Absolutely, we specialize in serving motorcyclists with similar needs. Our solution involves modifying the soles of both the left and right motorcycle boots, typically adding around 1 to 1.5 inches. This modification significantly enhances your riding comfort and control.

Yes, we do install caliper plates for individuals who require braces that need to be attached to their shoes. This is a customized service, so please reach out to us to discuss your specific needs. We typically don't keep caliper plates in stock, so customers who request this service often provide the caliper plate for installation.

Additionally, we can customize the lift with a lateral (outside) or medial (inside) wedge. This means that the lift can be higher on one side than the other to compensate for any foot favoring one side over the other. We can also create a customized buttress on the lateral or medial side of the shoe, which extends the shoe sole outward horizontally to provide additional support to that side.

Absolutely, we have extensive experience with golf shoes of all brands and styles. While we can't make guarantees, we believe that our modifications can potentially improve your golf game by reducing your handicap by at least two strokes.

Certainly, this is a commonly requested service, particularly among our younger customers and parents with children involved in these sports. However, it's worth noting that not all cleated shoes are suitable for splitting the sole, so it's best to check with us before sending in that type of footwear.

Yes, we offer shoe modifications for infants and children.

Certainly, we have the capability to redo work done by others, and we can replace the lift with the new size you desire. In cases where there's been a change in your leg length, we can adjust the shoe lift size accordingly to meet your new size requirement.

Absolutely, we can remove the modifications and restore your shoe to close to its original condition. The cost for this service is $60.00

When providing us with a shoe lift measurement, remember that we begin with both shoes in a neutral position, ensuring that the starting point is identical for both the left and right shoes. The measurement you provide indicates the amount we'll add to the shoe to compensate for your leg length difference. After the adjustment, the shoe will be raised by the specified amount compared to its mate. This process guarantees consistency across different pairs of shoes. For instance, while a boot might start with a sole thickness of 2 inches and a tennis shoe with 3/4 inch, instructing us to add 2 inches to both will result in a 2-inch difference between the mates. Despite the boot being taller, the shoe lift correction will consistently accommodate your leg length difference.

Yes, American Heelers is a globally recognized provider of shoe lift modification and elevation services. We have customers on every continent. If you're interested in using our service from a country outside the United States, the most practical approach is to purchase shoes online from a US-based company that offers free shipping. When shipping these shoes to us from a third party, please ensure they are shipped in the customer's name so that we can accurately reconcile the shipment upon arrival. It's also important to inform us in advance which shoe (LEFT or RIGHT) from each pair sent to us requires the lift and specify the size of the lift needed. Additionally, please note that there is a return shipping and handling fee based on the location of the country for all international orders. Typically, international return shipping starts at $89.95

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Yes. From time to time, we offer special promotions for new customers. Currently, we offer 15% off for first-time customers.

Please note:

• The 15% discount applies to one shoe from your first order only.
• It does not apply to multiple shoes within the same first order.
• The promotion may change or be discontinued at any time.

If you have any questions about how the discount applies to your order, feel free to contact us before placing it, we're happy to clarify.

To achieve the most flexible result when adding a lift to a shoe, it's important to start with a shoe that is already lightweight and flexible. This sets the foundation for a better outcome. Using the honeycombing method during the lift build (optional, an additional $20 per shoe on top of the regular lift charge) can further reduce weight and increase flexibility.

Additionally, wearing the shoe for a couple of weeks to break it in will help it move more naturally with your foot.

However, it's important to understand that there is no perfect solution—adding a lift to correct leg length discrepancy (LLD) will always reduce the shoe's original flexibility to some extent.

The goal is to minimize that tradeoff with thoughtful choices in footwear and build technique.