{"product_id":"medi-protect-heel-wedge-silicone","title":"Medi protect.Heel wedge Silicone Heel Wedge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe medi protect.Heel wedge is a silicone insert that cushions and gently lifts the heel. It can ease heel and Achilles pain and correct a small leg length difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMedi protect.Heel wedge in Vancouver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedi moulds this wedge entirely from medical silicone, shaped to match the heel. The surface grips the shoe, so the insert stays put as you walk. The wedge shape lifts the heel slightly, which can ease load on the Achilles tendon. The silicone also absorbs shock with every heel strike on hard pavement. Medi notes a calming massage effect around the heel area. The material is skin-friendly and washable, which keeps daily use hygienic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeel Wedge or Heel soft: Which medi Insert?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedi sells two similar silicone heel inserts in its protect range. The protect.Heel soft adds integrated soft pads under the most sensitive spots. Medi's description of the wedge mentions no separate soft zone. Both inserts share the same indications and the same EU size range. The soft version suits people who want extra padding under one tender spot. Ask our team to show you both, so you can compare them in your shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConditions a Silicone Heel Wedge Can Help\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedi Australia lists Achilles tendon pain and bursa inflammation as key indications. Heel spur, arthrosis, and overuse tendinopathy also appear on that list. A heel wedge can also even out legs that differ by 1 cm or less. Shoe cushioning can relieve pain in the forefoot, midfoot, and hindfoot, according to medi. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor to confirm that a heel wedge suits your problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizes for the protect.Heel wedge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedi offers the wedge for women and men across EU shoe sizes 36 to 44. Choose the size that matches the shoe you will wear most often. The wedge should fill the heel cup of the shoe without curling at the edges. A shoe with a stiff, supportive back holds the insert best. Bring your regular footwear, and we can match the size at our counter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Place the Heel Wedge in Your Shoes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlide the wedge into the shoe so it rests snugly against the heel cup. Medi's instructions for use advise placing one wedge in each shoe. The exception is a leg length difference, where only the shorter leg gets a wedge. Wear the inserts for a few hours at first, then add time each day. A raised heel can make shoes feel snug, so adjust laces or straps. Check your feet for rubbing or redness during the first week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSelf-Care Tips for a Sore Heel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlberta Health Services lists heel cups and shoe inserts among home treatments for heel pain. Pair the wedge with well-cushioned footwear that supports the arch. Stretch your calves gently each day to ease tension on the heel and arch. Rest from running and long walks on concrete while the pain eases. The same guide suggests a short ice massage of the sore area several times daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeel Pain That Needs Medical Attention\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBook a visit if heel pain continues beyond two weeks. Redness, warmth, or fever around the heel needs quicker care. A numb or tingling heel also needs a clinical check. Get urgent help when walking on the foot is no longer possible. Diabetes or reduced foot sensation calls for a clinician's advice before any insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeel Wedge Safety Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedi instructs that the wedge should rest only on unbroken skin. Avoid direct skin contact if you know you are allergic to silicone. Never place the insert under an open wound or sore. Unsteady walkers need close supervision from their therapy team while using it. Stop using it if your balance feels worse, to lower the risk of a fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWashing Your medi Heel Wedge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedi UK recommends a gentle hand wash at 30 degrees Celsius. Rinse away all soap, then let the silicone air-dry before you put it back. Skip bleach, ironing, dry cleaning, and any tumble dryer cycle. Replace the wedge once the silicone cracks or loses its shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Heel and Foot Support Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur medi protect.Heel soft gives extra soft cushioning for very tender heels. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yaletownmedical.ca\/products\/gel-heel-cushions-bios-lg824\" title=\"Gel Heel Cushions BIOS LG824\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBIOS LG824 gel cushions\u003c\/a\u003e offer a thin, low-cost heel pad. For plantar fasciitis, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yaletownmedical.ca\/products\/airheel-aircast\" title=\"AirHeel Aircast\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAircast AirHeel\u003c\/a\u003e pairs a slip-on brace with pulsing air cells. You can see the full range in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yaletownmedical.ca\/collections\/ankle-foot-supports\" title=\"Ankle Braces and Foot Supports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003efoot support collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Medi braces and compression garments sit in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yaletownmedical.ca\/collections\/medi\" title=\"Medi Products\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003emedi brand collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop the medi protect.Heel wedge in Vancouver\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizing questions are welcome by phone, (236) 466-2141, or via the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yaletownmedical.ca\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Yaletown Medical Supplies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e. Fit the wedge into your own footwear at 1255 Pacific Boulevard before buying. Our counter serves customers seven days, apart from statutory holidays. For drop-off across Vancouver and nearby areas, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yaletownmedical.ca\/pages\/delivery\" title=\"Delivery Zones and Fees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003edelivery page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medi","offers":[{"title":"1","offer_id":47715942989913,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2","offer_id":47715943022681,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3","offer_id":47715943055449,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/4924\/8601\/files\/medi-protect-heel-wedge-silicone.webp?v=1793661031","url":"https:\/\/yaletownmedical.ca\/products\/medi-protect-heel-wedge-silicone","provider":"Yaletown Medical Supplies | Vancouver","version":"1.0","type":"link"}