The metatarsal bones are the long bones that extend down
from the ankle to the base of the toes. As the arch flattens out the angle of
the metatarsal bones drop. This puts excessive pressure on each dropped metatarsal head and changes the angle of the metatarsal, toe joint.
The metatarsal supports help to raise the dropped metatarsal bones, relieve and prevent a number of common foot problems: bunions, hard skin at
the front of the sole, a burning sensation and the forefoot, sensitivity to pressure, cramps and pain in the arch... |