The Hug is all about one thing: instant comfort. We named it the “Hug” because it feels just like a comfy hug against your foot. The Hug is molded in the same shape as the Classic, but is made of an ultra-soft rubber compound, designed to cushion the foot against step shock. The Hug is a perfect starter support for those whose severe health complications prevent the feet from acclimating to our lifetime-warranty products. We designed the super-supple Arch Hug to flex generously under pressure, so it is not ideal for overall body alignment. When a temporary solution is all you’re after, few things make you feel better than a friendly Hug!
Flexibility: Soft
The Hug is so soft, it’s ready to wear right away, without a break-in period. Few customers find they need to break it in at all, but if you have unique health concerns, make sure to work out a break-in plan with your Certified Arch Support Fitter.
The Hug is great for closed-heel shoes or slippers in which you feel most comfortable. Though its shape respects all four arches in each foot, the Hug is designed to provide comfort instead of powerful realignment.
Each Hug carries an Exclusive Good Feet Warranty against flattening, breaking or cracking for six months from the original date of purchase.
What’s in a Hug?
“Stability Web”
The underside of the Hug features a sturdy pattern of connected squares, which we call a “Stability Web.” These thick squares are positioned under the forefoot of the support, to provide a little extra stability during gait.
What Does It Do, And How Can It Help?
The Hug’s square Stability Web is very flexible, and gives generously under pressure. This stabilizing pattern helps the Hug keep its shape.
Metatarsal Rise
The “front” end of the Hug features what looks like a miniature pitcher’s mound. This is called the “metatarsal rise,” and it adds soft support to the ball of the foot.
What Does It Do, And How Can It Help?
By properly supporting the metatarsal arch, the metatarsal rise lifts up the bones in the ball of the foot, effectively preventing them from hitting the ground too hard every time the foot pushes off for a step. The Hug’s flexible material is not designed to redistribute pressure through the foot, so the metatarsal rise in the Hug will not relieve as much pressure from the front of the foot as our Lifetime Warranty Exercisers.
Heel Cup
The heel cup is a cup-like indentation at the heel end of the Hug. It is designed to gather the fat pad beneath the heel, to help absorb the “step shock” that courses through the body every time each heel strikes the ground.
What Does It Do, And How Can It Help?
Every step your foot takes begins when the heel makes contact with the ground, which is called “heel strike.” The Hug’s heel cup is designed to help cushion the heel, thereby reducing the stress of each step.
As part of a complete Good Feet Arch Support System, the Hug is ideal for:
- Walking
“Hanging out” around the house
Non-running exercise
Comfortable, casual cushioning
