Raised sole/leg length compensation

Standard methods of correcting leg length inequality involve the use of orthopaedic insoles, raised heels, custom-made shoes or inner shoes – and often a combination of these. Leg length inequality of up to 1 cm is physiological and does not necessarily require correction. An orthopaedic insole or raised heel can be used to correct differences of up to 1 cm.

Definition

With significant differences in leg length, the soles or heels of standard shoes are thickened (raised soles).
Adjusting the height of the kybun shoe sole is done a little differently. You can read more about this later.

kybun shoe and raised soles?

The kybun shoe elastic springy sole can compensate for leg length inequality to a certain degree (up to around 1 cm).
If the leg length inequality is greater, there are several ways to adapt the kybun shoe. But this is not your classic raised sole; the video entitled ‘Leg length inequality’ gives you an impression of how it works: http://www.kybun.ch/videos/kybun-bei-medizinischen-problemen.html To achieve perfect results and minimise waiting time, contact your local kybun dealer. They will be able to arrange the modifications: http://www.kybun.ch/produkte-verkauf/verkaufsstellen/kybun-international.html

Conventional therapy

Depending on the difference in leg length:
  • orthopaedic shoe alteration (raised heels with sole adjustment and insoles)
  • custom-made orthopaedic shoes or custom-made shoes with inner shoes or foot bed orthesis
  • Elevated shoes or orthopaedic leg orthesis, or in extreme cases and on physician recommendation, surgery

The kybun principle of operation – being proactive

The elastic springy material of the kybun shoe sole/the kybun mat pleasantly absorbs the impact from hard surfaces (such as asphalt) are when walking. This is particularly important for those suffering from joint or soft tissue pain and provides relief when walking. Since the foot can move freely in all directions, the core stabilising foot musculature is strengthened. The feet become stronger and can absorb forces (when walking, jogging, etc.) better, protecting the joints higher up from overtaxation and deterioration.

The unstable walking experience in the kybun schoe / standing on the kybun mat strengthens the entire body. Joint stability and posture are automatically improved. An upright posture, in turn, relieves the joints and reduces pain.

The positive effect of the kybun shoe on posture and the natural rollover relaxes tense muscles (such as back tension) and significantly improves well-being.

Initial reactions

Specific initial reactions with leg length inequality: The elastic material of the kybun mat / kybun shoe sole changes your posture. For those with a more or less severe leg length inequality or who have worn special orthopaedic shoes or insoles for years, the change in body statics in the kybun shoe /on the kybun mat can cause reactions such as strain, pain and fatigue in the beginning. Give your body time to adjust to the new way of walking in the kybun shoe and read the recommendations under ‘Application tips’. Click here for the general initial reactions experienced by kybun mat and kybun shoe beginners: Initial reactions

kybun exercises

For information about the special kybun shoe exercises or the basic kybun mat exercises, please click here: kybun exercises

Application tips

  • Do not make your steps too long
  • Everyday/leisure: Walk with the kybun shoe or use the kybun mat as much as possible. Take note of fatigue > perform the kybun exercises regularly and take a short break if needed.
  • Walk upright
  • Job: Sit as little as possible. Alternate sitting and standing in the beginning, and take along replacement shoes to change into
  • If you feel unsafe/too unstable in the kybun shoe even after a test walk, we recommend a kybun shoe model with a lower rebound effect. These have a somewhat wider sole in the area of the midfoot, providing added stability. Seek advice from your local kybun shoe expert.
  • If you find a kybun shoe model with a lower rebound effect too unstable for you as well, we recommend the kybun mat. You can choose the thickness you are comfortable with (the thicker, the less stable, the more intensive the training). You can easily compensate for leg length inequality by standing with each leg on a kybun ,mat of a different thickness. You can also hold on to a fixed object to gain more security.
  • Initial reactions such as back pain or an increase in your existing back pain when using the kybun shoe or the kybun mat may be due to various reasons (e.g. tense muscles, movements that are unfamiliar for the back). The body should have progressively fewer initial reactions if the dosage is adjusted correctly (increase duration of wear at your discretion).
  • If you do not feel comfortable in the kybun shoe despite following the ‘Application tips’, we advise you to consult a local kybun dealer.

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