Orthotic Post Wedge Strips - Cut to Size - 3 4 and 5 Degree
Podotech Mini Posting Wedge Strip is made from A40-A50 EVA and is available in 3 postings.
Perfect for chairside posting of insoles.
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Product Description
Orthotic Posting Strips for Insole Adaptions
Posting wedge strips are cut-to-size EVA components used to modify orthotic insoles quickly and accurately. They help add controlled posting beneath selected areas of an insole, making them useful when finer biomechanical adjustment is needed during orthotic fitting.
Suitable for chairside use, workshop use, and orthotic adaptation, these strips are available in 3°, 4° and 5° options, with adhesive-backed and non-adhesive versions. Their trim-to-fit format gives clinicians and experienced users a simple way to create more targeted support without replacing the whole device.
Key Selling Points
Fast chairside modification
Designed for quick trimming and application, making it easier to adapt orthotic insoles during assessment or follow-up.
Choice of posting angles
Available in 3°, 4° and 5° options so you can match the level of correction more closely to the clinical goal.
Adhesive or non-adhesive formats
Choose a self-adhesive version for straightforward fitting or a non-adhesive version where your preferred bonding method is needed.
Cut to size
The strip format allows selective shaping and positioning, helping reduce waste and improve fit on different orthotic styles.
What It Does and How It Works
A posting wedge strip is added to an orthotic insole to alter how the foot sits and loads during standing and walking. By changing the angle under part of the orthosis, it can help encourage a more controlled foot position and support a more balanced gait pattern.
In practical terms, this means a clinician can build in more rearfoot or midfoot control, fine-tune alignment, or improve how an existing orthosis performs. The trim-to-fit design also makes it useful for adjustments where a full remake is not necessary.
Common Problems It May Help With
Foot alignment control
Useful where an orthosis needs extra posting to influence heel position or improve lower limb alignment.
Overpronation management
Can be used as part of an orthotic strategy for excessive pronation where improved control is required.
Heel pain and plantar fascia strain
In some orthotic setups, posting may help reduce unwanted movement and improve how force is distributed through the foot.
Gait instability
Helpful when fine-tuning an insole to support a steadier, more efficient walking pattern.
Applications and Suitability
- Orthotic modifications in podiatry, physiotherapy and orthotics settings
- Chairside adjustments where rapid insole adaptation is needed
- Workshop use when building or modifying bespoke and semi-bespoke insoles
- Suitable for clinicians, technicians and experienced users working with orthotic components
- Can be used across a wide range of adult and paediatric orthotic applications where posting is clinically appropriate
Who It May Not Suit
This product is not a ready-to-wear insole and is not intended to replace full assessment where biomechanical correction is needed. It may be unsuitable for anyone unsure about wedge selection, posting angle, placement, or adhesive choice.
Where there is significant pain, complex deformity, neuropathy, skin vulnerability, or uncertainty about orthotic prescription, professional assessment should be sought before use. Incorrect posting can reduce comfort and may worsen symptoms rather than improve them.
Trim-to-fit posting wedge strips supplied in multiple degree options for orthotic insole adjustment.
Product Specifications
| Product type | Cut-to-size posting wedge strip for orthotic insoles |
|---|---|
| Material | A40-A50 EVA |
| Available angles | 3°, 4°, 5° |
| Dimensions | 30cm x 7cm |
| Colour coding | White 3°, Black 4°, Yellow 5° |
| Backing options | Adhesive backed or non-adhesive backed |
| Supply format | Sold individually |
Usage Instructions
- Assess the orthotic objective and identify where posting is required.
- Select the most appropriate degree and backing option for the intended modification.
- Cut the strip to the required size and shape to suit the orthosis.
- Position carefully before final bonding or, for adhesive-backed versions, peel and apply to the chosen area.
- Check fit, shoe compatibility and comfort during standing and walking.
- Review the result and adjust if needed before longer-term use.
Benefits
Improves orthotic precision
Lets you make targeted changes instead of replacing the whole insole.
Supports better alignment
Useful when an orthosis needs extra control to influence heel or foot position.
Helps reduce fitting time
The cut-to-size format is practical for same-session orthotic modification.
Versatile across use cases
Suitable for rehab, everyday orthotic wear, sports adaptation and clinic-based insole adjustments.
Contraindications & Warnings
- Use only where the required posting angle and placement are understood.
- Do not apply to damaged, unstable or unsuitable orthotic devices.
- Stop use and reassess if the modification increases pain, pressure, friction or instability.
- Take extra care in patients with reduced sensation, fragile skin, ulcer risk or complex foot pathology.
- Where symptoms persist, worsen, or the diagnosis is unclear, seek professional clinical advice.
FAQs
What are posting wedge strips used for?
Posting wedge strips are used to modify orthotic insoles by adding a controlled angled layer beneath selected areas of the device. This can help refine alignment, improve orthotic function and create a more targeted biomechanical effect without replacing the whole insole.
How do I choose between 3°, 4° and 5°?
The angle should be chosen according to the level of correction or support needed in the orthotic setup. Lower angles are often suitable for smaller changes, while higher angles provide a more pronounced posting effect and should be selected carefully.
Can these be trimmed to fit different insoles?
Yes, the strips are designed to be cut to size so they can be shaped to suit different orthotic devices and posting locations. This makes them practical for chairside adjustments and workshop modifications where precision matters.
Should I choose adhesive-backed or non-adhesive?
Adhesive-backed strips are useful when you want a quicker application process and straightforward placement on the orthosis. Non-adhesive strips may suit users who prefer to select their own bonding method or who work within a different fabrication process.
Are posting wedge strips suitable for everyday wear orthotics?
They can be, provided the orthosis has been modified appropriately and remains comfortable inside the shoe. Daily use suitability depends on correct wedge selection, secure application and how well the finished orthotic works with the user’s footwear and symptoms.
Can these help with plantar fasciitis or heel pain?
Posting may form part of an orthotic strategy used to improve foot control and reduce unwanted movement linked with heel or arch symptoms. The wedge strip itself is a component rather than a standalone treatment, so the result depends on overall orthotic design and proper assessment.
Who commonly uses this type of product?
Posting wedge strips are commonly used by podiatrists, orthotists, physiotherapists, footwear technicians and others involved in orthotic fabrication or modification. They are especially useful in environments where rapid orthotic adjustment is needed during fitting or follow-up.
When should these not be used without advice?
They should not be used without guidance when there is significant pain, uncertain diagnosis, skin breakdown risk, reduced sensation or complex biomechanical needs. In those situations, professional assessment is important because incorrect posting can create pressure problems or make the device less effective.
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Product Summary
These orthotic posting wedge strips are trim-to-fit EVA components for modifying insoles with greater control and precision. Available in 3°, 4° and 5° options, and in adhesive-backed or non-adhesive formats, they are well suited to chairside orthotic adjustments, workshop use and targeted insole adaptation where practical, reliable posting is required.
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