First step is to make sure you ordered the correct size for your shoe! If you wear a size 8 men's shoe, make sure you have the size 8 men's Freedom Insole. If the insole is too long for your shoe, you can cut the toe shorter using scissors. It will not impact the performance of the insole, just don't cut it too short!

Yes it is very possible that you will experience immediate relief. However for some individuals it can take 1 to 2 weeks of continuous use as the knee gets aligned to its new position.

Knee osteoarthritis is very common affecting up to 1 in 10 americans at some point in their lifetime. Common symptoms are stiff and sore knees, often along the inside or back part of the knee joint. The knee often will look inflamed or swollen. Activity often aggravates pain, making the pain worse the longer the duration of the activity. Yet movement is often the #1 recommended management advice for arthritis. This is precisely where the Freedom is meant to work: make activity less painful, allowing you to build strength in the muscles around the joint and improving circulation throughout that limb clearing inflammation.

It's always best to have confirmation from your doctor on the nature of your knee pain to best advise your overall treatment plan. If you suspect you have knee arthritis, it is worth taking a pragmatic approach by trying the Freedom to explore if it reduces the pain as there are no harsh side-effects like taking medication.

Absolutely, if you find that combination is effective for your knee pain. The nice part of the Freedom being an insole, is that it can be combined with other conservative treatments for knee arthritis.

Other than possibly altering the fit of your shoes, no! If your shoes end up feeling too tight, make sure you have removed the factory insole from the shoe.

You may experience a 2 week adjustment period as your knee gets situated in the correct position, however that is temporary.

The side-effects of using the Freedom Insole are nothing compared to pain-relieving medication or surgery.

It’s a good idea to clean your HumanCo insoles occasionally. Hand-wash with mild soap and lukewarm water. Use an old toothbrush with soft bristles if needed. Rinse well, remove excess water with a soft towel and allow to air dry, but not near a heat source. DO NOT MACHINE WASH OR DRY.

You can expect on reliable comfort and support for up to 6 months or 250 miles, whichever comes first. At that point we recommend replacing your Freedom Insoles with a new pair for maximum pain relief.