Hapla Plain Semi-Compressed Wool Felt

How padding helps: The benefit comes from the combination of material thickness, shape and positioning. Effective pressure relief depends on the finished pad design, footwear fit and individual foot condition.

Understanding foot pain: Not all foot discomfort is caused by local pressure. Conditions such as plantar fasciitis, nerve irritation and inflammatory disorders may require different treatments. Felt padding should not be considered a substitute for an appropriate assessment.

• People with wool sensitivity: Avoid use where wool is known to cause an allergic or adverse skin reaction.
• People with diabetes, neuropathy or poor circulation: Seek professional guidance before applying pressure-relief padding, particularly where skin sensation or circulation is impaired.
• Open wounds or active ulcers: Do not position felt directly over an open wound without appropriate clinical assessment and supervision.
• Tight footwear: Avoid adding felt where it makes shoes restrictive or increases pressure on neighbouring areas.
• Users requiring an adhesive-backed product: This plain felt will not stick in place without a suitable separate fixing method.

Before ordering: Check the selected thickness carefully. Thicker padding may provide a different level of cushioning and requires adequate space within footwear or an orthotic device. This is a non-adhesive roll, not a pack of self-adhesive sheets.

Practical fitting advice: Effective padding should reduce discomfort at the intended point without transferring excessive pressure to an adjacent area. If rubbing, redness or pain develops, remove or reassess the pad rather than continuing to wear it.

• Do not use where a known wool allergy or adverse reaction makes contact unsuitable.
• Do not apply directly to open wounds or ulcers without appropriate clinical direction.
• Patients with diabetes, neuropathy, reduced circulation or fragile skin should receive professional assessment before using pressure-relief padding.
• Incorrectly positioned padding can increase pressure or friction in surrounding areas.
• Do not use padding that makes footwear excessively tight.
• Where an adhesive is required, check that the chosen adhesive and application method are appropriate for the contact surface and intended use.
• Remove or reassess padding if pain, redness, irritation or skin changes develop.
• Felt padding is not a substitute for treating the underlying cause of persistent foot pain or tissue damage.

Hapla Plain Semi-Compressed Wool Felt is a 100% wool, non-adhesive padding material supplied in a 90cm x 45cm roll. Designed for podiatry and orthotic applications, it can be cut and shaped into individual cushioning pads to help protect sensitive areas, manage local foot pressure and improve comfort.

Its semi-compressed construction provides a balance of softness and structural support, making it suitable for custom padding, orthotic modifications and selected footwear applications. Common uses include pressure management around corns, calluses and other localised pressure points.

Best suited to podiatrists, foot health practitioners and orthotic technicians, the felt provides a practical, versatile material for individually designed foot padding. Correct placement, adequate footwear space and regular skin checks remain important for safe and effective use.