How do sensorimotor foot orthoses work?
The special feature of soft sensorimotor insoles are pressure pads – elastic chambers, also known as pads. They are embedded in the sole and permanently stimulate the sensory cells (receptors) that are responsible for the body’s own depth perception. The brain uses the stimuli transmitted by these sensory cells to determine the position of the body in space.
In addition, sensorimotor insoles trigger changes in tension in the tendons of the foot muscles. This changes the perception of depth. When the brain processes this new information, the foot muscles react accordingly. Ultimately, sensorimotor insoles promote better posture, which counteracts muscle tension and cramps.
