Do magnetic insoles actually work?

Magnetic insoles work best when combined with proper anatomical support rather than used as a standalone therapy. The magnets in NuSole are positioned at key pressure points to support circulation and sensory stimulation in the feet, while the 3-arch support system addresses the structural causes of foot pain and fatigue. Dr. Bruce Whittingham developed NuSole based on clinical observation of thousands of patients — the magnetic stimulation component complements, rather than replaces, the biomechanical support the insole provides.

How long does it take to feel the benefits of NuSole magnetic insoles?

Most customers notice a difference within the first one to two weeks of regular wear. There is a short adjustment period as your feet adapt to proper 3-arch alignment — some people feel immediate relief, while others find the benefits build gradually. We recommend wearing NuSole consistently for at least 14 days before assessing the full effect.

Can I use NuSole in any shoe?

Yes — NuSole insoles fit any enclosed shoe including work boots, runners, casual sneakers, and dress shoes. Each pair can be trimmed to size using the guide printed on the insole, making NuSole a year-round solution unlike arch-support footwear limited to specific styles or seasons.

Are NuSole insoles suitable for plantar fasciitis?

NuSole's 3-arch support system is specifically relevant for plantar fasciitis sufferers because it stabilises the medial arch most commonly involved in plantar fascia strain. By distributing load across all three arches, NuSole helps reduce repetitive strain on the plantar fascia during walking and standing. If you have been diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, we recommend consulting your health professional alongside using supportive insoles.

Best Insoles for Flat Feet Australia

Insoles for Flat Feet — 3-Arch Support That Actually Works

Most insoles designed for flat feet only address one arch. The problem is, your foot has three. That gap is exactly why so many people with flat feet try insole after insole and still end up in pain.

NuSole insoles are chiropractor-designed to support all three arches simultaneously — giving flat feet the full structural foundation they are missing.

What Are Flat Feet?

Flat feet (also called fallen arches or pes planus) occur when the arch of the foot collapses partially or fully, causing the entire sole to contact the ground. It is one of the most common foot conditions in Australia — affecting over an estimated 30% of adults.

Some people are born with flat feet. Others develop them gradually over time from factors like weight change, prolonged standing, pregnancy, or wear and tear on the posterior tibial tendon — the key structure that holds the arch up.

Flat feet are not always painful on their own. But without proper support, they set off a chain reaction of mechanical problems that can affect your ankles, knees, hips, and lower back.

How Flat Feet Cause Pain

When the medial arch collapses, the foot rolls inward (overpronation). That inward roll shifts load unevenly through the entire lower limb — stressing the plantar fascia, compressing the heel, and rotating the tibia inward in a way that puts abnormal strain on the knee.

Common pain patterns in people with flat feet include:

Heel and arch pain — especially after long periods of standing or walking
Plantar fasciitis — the plantar fascia is under constant stretch when the arch is flat
Shin splints and knee pain — from the rotational knock-on effect
Lower back pain — pelvic tilt compensation from misaligned foot mechanics

The further the arch collapses, the further the dysfunction travels up the chain.

Why Single-Arch Insoles Fail Flat Feet

The standard approach to flat feet is a medial arch support — an insole that props up the inner arch. For mild cases, this can help. But it addresses only one of the three arches in the foot.

Your foot has a medial arch (inner), a lateral arch (outer), and a transverse arch (across the ball of the foot). All three work as a unit. When the medial arch collapses, it puts pressure on the other two. An insole that only lifts one arch does not restore balance — it just moves the problem around.

This is why people with flat feet often report that standard arch support insoles feel good initially, then stop helping — or create new pressure points — within weeks.

How 3-Arch Support Helps Flat Feet

NuSole's 3-arch support system is designed to stabilise the medial, lateral, and transverse arches together — restoring the natural load distribution your foot is supposed to have.

By supporting all three arches simultaneously, NuSole insoles:

Reduce overpronation without forcing an unnatural correction
Distribute weight evenly across the entire foot
Reduce strain on the plantar fascia and heel
Improve alignment through the ankle, knee, and hip

"In clinic, the most common complaint I hear from flat-footed patients is that they have tried orthotics before and they did not help. When I look at what they have tried, it is almost always a single medial arch insert. The foot does not work that way. You need to support the whole structure, not just one point of it. That is exactly what we set out to solve with NuSole."

— Dr. Bruce Whittingham, Chiropractor (30+ years, Gold Coast)

If you are managing plantar fasciitis alongside flat feet, the two conditions are directly connected — read our guide to insoles for plantar fasciitis.

Wondering how NuSole compares to custom orthotics for flat feet? See our full comparison.