There are several ways to freshen your orthotics. Orthotics are designed to help correct foot, ankle and knee alignment and biomechanical imbalances that may be causing pain. If your orthotics are not fitting as well as they should, try to freshen them up.
There are a variety of ways to freshen up orthotics:
1.). Try different shoe sizes. Different sizes may impact the fit of the orthotic and may be the reason for the discomfort.
2.). Try using different types of foot pain relief inserts in your shoes. This may impact the fit of the orthotic and may be the reason for the discomfort.
3.). Try using different types of socks that may fit better or feel more comfortable to you.
4.). Try using different wearers of your shoe/orthotic in your household (i.e., child, partner, caretaker, etc.).
5.). Try rotating which foot is wearing the shoe/orthotic. Rotating feet can help to mix up muscles and tendons in order to promote healing and joint comfort.
6.) Make sure that you get enough support in your shoe or orthotic if you are experiencing pain or callusing (i.E., replace if worn thin).
7.) Lastly, try using a softer/lighter sock/insert so that there is less pressure on your foot and possibly less pressure on the orthotic as well.