[Superman]

I sold shoes for a number of years, and it looks as though those things can help some people. If you're gonna go down that road, you're taking your chances a bit. My mom had some for a while, and eventually went to another specialist who solved her hip problem by tossing the orthodics. So, they can help, but it takes quite a team of experts, including both podiatrists and orthopedic specialists to arrive at the effective solution(s).

I do have one concrete tip for you though, Island. I know the finest PT/Orthopedic Specialist in our area. I'd be happy to provide his name and phone number if you want. Just PM me. This guy has saved the Pacific Northwest Ballet Company a lot of dough in medical and industrial insurance costs, along with a litany of professional athletes. Golfers and such. He's got me sitting and standing WAY straighter and with less pain than I was a year ago today.