Better Body Health & Wellness
Feet are the Foundation of your Body,
Insolia Technologies® are the Foundation for Your Feet
Better Body Health & Wellness
Feet are the Foundation of your Body,
Insolia Technologies® are the Foundation for Your Feet
Insolia Technologies®
Science for Shoes®
Improving Footwear for Better Body Health & Wellness
Footwear Brand Benefits
Insolia Technologies do not require changes to shoe styling.
The immediate perception of comfort that Insolia Technologies deliver increases the value of your brand.
Insolia Technologies and Products are protected with 34 Utility Patents and 8 Pending Utility Patents
Insolia Technologies are backed by proven biomechanics, independent laboratory testing, and over 15 years of consumer acceptance
Insolia Technologies are based on the structure and biomechanics of the foot and body
Insolia Products have been awarded the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance and the UK Society of Chiropodists College of Podiatry Endorsement
Consumer Benefits
Built on an understanding of Biomechanics, Insolia Technologies encourage Healthy Joint Motion,
the source of Stability and Balance that delivers long-lasting Comfort.When in a shoe, the foot needs firm cushioning that matches the Foot's Natural Padding to create a stable, balanced walking surface for all-day comfort.
All Insolia Technologies support Natural Foot Function for efficient, balanced, and natural movement.
Insolia Technologies Summary
Insolia Flex® and Insolia FlexPlus®
Our understanding of dynamic foot motion, informed by our early work with the TekScan F-Scan foot pressure measurement system, enabled us to develop Insolia Flex®, US utility patent issued in 2012. This innovation was further refined in Insolia FlexPlus®, US utility patent issued in 2020.
These patented Insolia Technologies are proven to enhance natural foot flexing when walking or running, which encourages the foot to push off efficiently.
Insolia Flex has been shown to increase both perceived forefoot comfort and biomechanical efficiency with statistical significance.
Insolia Flex Plus adds biomechanically correct Metatarsal Support
Insolia Natural Dynamic Arch®
Triggered by proper movement at the toe joints, Insolia Flex and Insolia FlexPlus allow feet to dynamically adjust the shape and height of the Arch, depending on need.
The traditional “Arch Support” is designed for a static load, i.e., supporting the Arch when standing.
But we move, and when we move, the foot’s Arch stores and releases energy during walking or running. To do this, the Arch must be free to dynamically change shape and not be constrained by a fixed arch support.
With Insolia Flex/Flex Plus, the pivot point A at the big toe joint properly drops and rotates relative to the rest of the metatarsals. This allows the Arch B to rise to its ideal position for each phase of the gait cycle.
The result is the Insolia Natural Dynamic Arch®.
The relative drop and rotation of the big toe joint enables the foot to move freely for an effective push-off. This allows complete lifting of the heel, which delivers a full and efficient stride.
Without Insolia Flex/Flex Plus, the ball has not fully flexed C, resulting in a much less efficient push-off. The Arch D must then strain to lift the body weight, resulting in leg, arm, and lower back muscles having to make up for the lost energy. This compensation leads to a less efficient, uncomfortable walking experience.
For a Motion Capture Video on The Effect Of Insolia Flex Technology Click Here
Insolia Cradle®
This Patented Insolia Technology was developed based on the observation that while heel cups are smooth and symmetric, the calcaneus (heel bone) is, in fact, asymmetric. When we tested this concept with 3D printed prototypes, we were surprised at the difference that subtle adjustments made to the measured weight shift and perceived comfort.
Patented Insolia Technology provides the only anatomically correct calcaneus (heel bone) matching heel cup
Matches the irregular shape of the heel-bottom surface. Provides an improved platform for balance, stability, and function
An asymmetric profile extended along the medial side reduces the strain on the plantar fascia
Results in improved standing and moving comfort
Insolia Weight Shift® for High Heeled Shoes
This is what launched Insolia - the realization that to make high heels comfortable; you don’t cushion the weight; you shift it back to the heel.
Insolia Technologies are proven to shift weight and reduce pressure on the forefoot in high heels
Insolia Weight Shift is not padding as padding just creates a brief illusion of comfort
Insolia Weight Shift creates a precise biomechanical adjustment to the position of the foot that shifts weight off of the forefoot and back onto the heel
Insolia Weight Shift Technology works by shifting the wearer's weight from the ball of the foot back to the heel.
This dramatically increases the sensation of comfort.
Women rave about how the burning pressure under the ball of their feet is gone and how they can wear high heels three times longer than before.
The addition of FlexPlus evens weight distribution at the ball of the foot, dramatically improving the wearer's stability.
For a Motion Capture Video on The Effect Of Insolia Heels Technology Click Here
Insolia Products
Sustainable Materials
We make Insolia Products from the best sustainable and degradable materials available. We work with our factories to find and test new materials that are sustainable and degradable.
We work to find new and innovative ways to reduce the use of petrochemicals in the implementation of all of our Insolia Products. For example, all of our component products incorporate corn starch to make our components degradable and to reduce the use of standard plastic resins.
We make our custom foam products from sustainable materials. These include 70% biodegradable (through decomposition or carbonization) EVA and 30% Biodegradable Plastic Additives and bio-based foams made with over 50% from sustainable materials such as sugar cane. If an insole has a fabric sock liner, the fabric can be made from materials such as 100% recycled coconut shell charcoal and other sustainable materials.
We continue to work towards our goal of having all of our products 100% sustainable and degradable.
Insolia Foundation® Custom Implementations
For all Shoes, Sandals, Athletic Footwear, & Athleisure Footwear that have foam insoles or footbeds
Technologies - Insolia Flex, Insolia Cradle, & Insolia Natural Dynamic Arch
For implementation of an insole, footbed or outsole, our CAD files are customized to fit your shoes
Insolia Foundation Custom Insole
Insolia Foundation Custom Outsole
Insolia Component Products
Insolia Forefoot®
For Men’s Dress & Casual Shoes and Women’s Flats
Technologies - Insolia Flex, Insolia FlexPlus & Insolia Natural Dynamic Arch
Insolia Flex Component
HBN works with your factories for proper placement for your shoe style and sizing
Insolia FlexPlus Component
HBN works with your factories for proper placement for your shoe style and sizing
Insolia Heels®
For High Heel Shoes, Boots, Sandals
Technologies - Insolia Weight Shift, Insolia Flex Plus, Insolia Cradle
Insolia Heels Built Into High Heels
HBN works with your factories for proper placement for your shoe style and sizing