Causes:

• Improper fitting footwear
  
  
• Friction caused by low metatarsal heads
  
  
• Flat Feet
  

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles redistribute the weight evenly across the foot, eliminating any friction or excessive pressure on the feet. The glycerin fluid cuts the friction forces and absorbs the shock. This alleviates the pain and allows the calluses to heal.

Happy Customers:
"After wearing Happy Feet I no longer have callus pain. The callus is still there, but NO MORE PAIN. I would not be without them." (Elizabeth, Wisconsin)

"I wear Rockport, Reeboks, Hushpuppies and other good shoes. None of them feel good until I put Happy Feet in them. I even got rid of a callus since I'm using Happy Feet." (Mrs. V., Pennsylvania)

CORNS

Definition:
Corns are thickened skin made out of dead skin cells, found at the top, sides and tips of the toes. In some cases, the cone shape core may press on a nerve bellow causing pain. Pain is also experienced as improper fitting footwear rubs on the corn and inflames the skin.

Causes:
Corns are usually caused by shoes that do not fit properly or by deformed toes.

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles redistribute the weight evenly across the foot, eliminating any friction or excessive pressure on the feet. The glycerin fluid cuts the friction forces and absorbs the shock. This alleviates the pain and allows the corns to heal.

Happy Customers:
"These inserts are the best invention since shoes. In my job, I walk approximately 14 miles per day, on concrete. My feet never felt better, even if I wore sneakers. Thank you for this product!" (Stanley, T.)

"I have tried almost every gimmick on the market to aid my aching feet. I wear "quality" shoes, but still without any relief. However, about a year ago, my wife gave me a pair of Happy Feet. My feet have never been happier." (Kenneth, Florida)

HEEL PAIN

Definition:
The heel, also known as the calcaneus bone, is the first part of the foot that touches the ground when running or walking. Usually, heel pain becomes apparent when muscles or connecting tissues to the heel bone are inflamed.

Causes:

• Plantar Fasciitis - Caused by excessive stress or tear of the plantar fascia; a fibrous band of connecting tissue that extends from the heel bone to the toes and supports the arch.
  
  
• Heel Spur - A calcium buildup found in the heel and around the ligaments and tendons of the foot, where they attach to the heel bone.
  
  
• Gait Abnormalities - Cause inflammation to the structures attached to the heel bone.
  
  
• Thinned Out Fat Pads - Overtime, the fat pads that protect the heel bone may thin out.
  
  
• Obesity - Causing excessive pressure on the heel and plantar fascia.
  
  
• Flat Feet - The plantar fascia may overstretch and become inflamed.
  
  
• High Arches - The plantar fascia may be pulled too tight.

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles align your foot and distribute the weight of the foot evenly, giving instant relief to heel and soothing the irritated muscles attached to the heel bone. They also massage your foot, thereby relaxing the band of irritated connecting tissues between the heel and the base of your toes. This all-day massaging helps alleviate pain.

Happy Customers:
"I have finally found relief!!! They are "the greatest." I have just ordered another pair. The first time in years I can walk without pain in heel, leg and back. They are the "greatest thing invented." I thank God I found Happy Feet." (Shirley D.)

"I have worn them (Happy Feet) a few days now, and let me tell you, it is like a miracle, I really can't believe it, my pain in my left heel is completely gone (honestly). Also, I can't believe my right knee, it is already 100 percent better." (Linda, New York)

PLANTAR FASCIITIS

Definition:
Common among runners and athletes! Plantar fasciitis is caused by excessive stress or tear of the plantar fascia; a fibrous band of connecting tissue that extends from the heel bone to the toes and supports the arch.

Pain is most intense after a long rest, when the plantar fascia reverts back to its original shape. The pain is experienced at bottom of the foot between the heel and arch. Normally, as the day progresses, the plantar fascia stretches and the pain dissipates.

Causes:

• Flat Feet (Pronated Feet) - The plantar fascia may overstretch and become inflamed.
  
  
• High Arches (Supinated Feet) - The plantar fascia may be pulled too tight.
  
  
• Obesity - Causing excessive pressure on the plantar fascia.
  

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles massage your feet, thereby relaxing the band of irritated connecting tissues between the heel and the base of your toes. This all-day massaging helps alleviate your pain.

Happy Customers:
"Happy Feet make a difference on how your legs and feet feel; they feel great! I don't want to be without them for a single day." (Fay, Alabama)

"Before wearing Happy Feet, I was being treated for back and leg pain. Now, as long as I wear Happy Feet, I don't have the pain that I did before." (Bobby, North Carolina)

POOR CIRCULATION

Definition:
Proper blood circulation is crucial to your existence. Blood circulates throughout your body, tissue and organs to provide them with nutrients, carry your body's waste, protect you from germs that cause disease, keep you cool and warm, and heal wounds. Poor blood circulation can cause many problems.

Causes:
Many health conditions disrupt the proper flow of blood to organs, tissue, feet and hands, causing havoc with a person's health and well being. When the blood flow to the feet is restricted, the following symptoms and foot conditions usually emerge:

• Tired Feet - There are many conditions that can make a person have tired feet. Some of these conditions may be damaged nerves, fibromyalgia, bone pain or restless leg syndrome.
  
  
• Burning Feet - Can be caused by gout, diabetes and neuroma (a trapped nerve).
  
  
• Cold Feet - Can be caused by the slowdown of blood from the heart to the feet. This usually happens at night when sleeping and immobile.
  
  
• Leg Cramps - Painful, involuntary contraction of a single muscle or a muscle group caused by abnormal electrical activity of the central nervous system.
  
  
• Inflammation of Feet and Ankles - The build-up of excess fluids or inflammation of adjoining tissues.
  
  
• Uric Acid Crystals Caused by Gout - Uric acid crystals accumulate in the joints; usually, the large joint of the big toe. Uric acid crystals form and deposit in joints and other tissue, when the uric acid is not broken down and does not dissolve into the urine.
  
  
• Neuropathy Suffered by Diabetics - Numbness and sometimes pain in hands, feet and legs caused by damaged nerves. Since the nerves to the feet are the longest in the body, they are most often affected by neuropathy. Foot ulcers can develop overtime. If not treated properly, they can become infected resulting in amputation.

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles improve circulation as the glycerin fluid pumps up and down along the arches of your feet. This all-day massaging action improves blood flow and circulation in the feet and lower body. The "pump" action creates and releases pressure on your feet as you walk. This push and release action flushes the blood pools that have accumulated on your feet and allows new, oxygen-rich blood to flow in.

Happy Customers:
"After being unable to walk for almost 2 years, I find that Happy Feet have helped me enormously. During this period of time, the following practitioners were consulted and did not help me: Foot and Ankle Hospital, rheumatologist, podiatrist, orthopedist (feet only), sports medicine, physio-therapy, pool therapy and orthotics. You can imagine how grateful I am to your company." (Gloria, New Jersey)

"I received my Happy Feet from my mom for Christmas and wore them for the first time last night. I was on my feet for 9 hours as a waitress and my feet were happy! Thank you, thank you, thank you for a great product!!!" (Pam, Pennsylvania)

"I'm on my feet from about 5 a.m. to about 3 p.m. each day, continually walking through numerous buildings in the performance of my job. Happy Feet give me a real good feeling all day long. My feet are not tired at the end of the day, like they used to be after work." (Lou, Virginia)

METATARSALGIA

Definition:
Metatarsalgia is the inflammation of the 2nd, 3rd, 4th metatarsal heads (the rounded ends of the bones that connect with the bones) or of the first metatarsal head, near the big toe. Pain is experienced on the balls of the feet, known as the metatarsal region.

Causes:
The pain is caused when extensive, intense pressure inflames the metatarsal heads. This happens during extreme activity, like power walking or running. It can also be caused by other foot problems, such as hammer toes, bunions, Morton's neuroma and thinning of the fat pads at the balls of the feet.

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles lift and support the longitudinal arch keeping your feet aligned. The glycerin fluid cuts the friction forces and absorbs the shock to the feet. This alleviates the pain and reduces the inflammation to the metatarsal heads.

Happy Customers:
"I really love them. They are the BEST insoles out in the market today. They really help my feet and legs. I am a walker and I am lost without my Happy Feet." (Mrs. D., Washington)

"The day before my 12 mile road march, I received the Happy Feet. My husband wore them during his march and came home happy with no blisters. We are so pleased with the results; we have since then ordered 8 pairs. We find them wonderful gifts for friends and relatives. My husband cannot thank you enough! (Mrs. R.F., Michigan)

HEEL SPURS/CALCANEAL SPURS

Definition:
Known as the "toothache in the foot", a heel spur is a nail-like excess bone that grows on the sole of the heel bone (calcaneal bone). This solid growth is found around the ligaments and tendons of the foot, where they attach to the heel bone. The spur grows from the bone and into the flesh of the foot.

Causes:
The heel bone is protected from impact by several layers of fatty tissue. Pain is caused when the nail-like, heel spur disrupts this tissue and inflames the plantar fascia, a fibrous band of connecting tissue that extends from the heel bone to the toes and supports the arch. The inflammation or tear of the plantar fascia is called plantar fasciitis.

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles align your feet and distribute the weight of your feet evenly, giving instant relief to heel spurs. And, it soothes the irritated muscles attached to the heel bone. They also massage your feett, increasing circulation. This increase in circulation appears to slowly dissipate calcium buildup. It's accomplished as fluid pumps up and down along the arches of your feet to the ball of your feet.

Happy Customers:
"I had a bone spur in the heel of my foot, which usually requires orthotics or surgery. Since I'm using Happy Feet, I'm virtually free of pain." (Kathy D.)

LOWER BACK PAIN/KNEE PAIN

Definition:
Every step you take puts pressure on your legs, hips and spine. When there is a problem with the foot's pronation (over pronation), the foot's gait cycle is imbalanced, causing unnecessary strain on the heels, legs, knees and lower back.

Pronation is the biomechanical shock absorption motion of the ankle, foot and lower leg. As a person walks, runs or stands, the ankle flexes inward or pronates to absorb the shock and control balance.

Causes:
Over pronation occurs when the ankle or foot excessively flexes inward or the arch flattens too much. The resulting unstable position places added stress on the medial (inside) portion of the foot during the mid-stance and/or toe-off phases of the gait cycle. The body over compensates from the lack of stability in the foot. The knees and lower back absorb the shock, causing pain in the lower back and knees.

Why You Need Happy Feet

Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles help align your feet into their proper positions. Your shin bone becomes misaligned when your foot improperly settles in the longitudinal arch. This misalignment continues up to the spinal column, causing discomfort to the knees, hips, legs, lower back and upper back.

Happy Customers:
"What a surprise! After one week wearing Happy Feet, I noticed a difference not only in my feet, but also in my back and knees." (Patricia, Massachusetts)

"I am a nurse's aide. I am on my feet all day and I have arthritis in my hips and feet. Happy Feet has been a godsend. My feet don't hurt as much and it has helped my back. I couldn't do without Happy Feet now. I love them. They really work." (Sharon A.)

"I love them! They prevent backaches and after being on my feet for 8 hours a day, my feet feel fantastic! I feel like I could dance all night and never have tired, achy feet. They are the greatest thing that I've ever done for my feet! Thanks for making such a wonderful product!" (Tammy, Michigan)

"I work in a nursing home where I am on my feet 7 or 8 hours a day. My feet, legs and back don't hurt by the end of the day now that I wear the Happy Feet. I come home and don't have to put my feet in a hot pan of water." (Elfi, W.)

MORTON'S NEUROMA/INTERMETATARSAL NEUROMA

Definition:
Morton's neuroma is the compression and thickening of nerve tissue that occurs at the base of the third and fourth toe. "Intermetatarsal" refers to the location of the neuroma; the ball of the foot between the metatarsal bones (the bones extending from the toes to the midfoot).

Symptoms include: a burning sensation, feeling a bump on the balls of your feet, pain, numbness and tingling.

Causes:
The main cause of Morton's neuroma is wearing tight, high-heeled, pointy shoes that over time constrict the toes and compress the nerves. Other causes include: bunions, hammer toes, flat feet and running.

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet ® Massaging Insoles lift and support the longitudinal arch, shifting the excessive weight from the metatarsal arch. This allows the metatarsal bones to settle back into their proper place, and helps reduce the nerve pinching that causes Morton's neuroma.

Happy Customers:
"I purchased a pair of Happy Feet for my 82-year-old dad. He was having severe leg pain and we were trying everything to help him. Since he started wearing them, the pain has almost gone away and he can continue working as a barber, which he has done for 65 years." (Marian, North Carolina)

DIABETIC PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY

Definition:
Diabetes is a disorder of the body's metabolism, in which the beta cells of the pancreas are unable to produce sufficient insulin. Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose get into the cells to give them energy. Without insulin, too much glucose stays in the blood. Over time, high blood glucose can lead to serious problems with blood circulation, the heart, eyes, feet, kidneys, nerves, gums and teeth.

Peripheral Neuropathy & Poor Circulation

People with diabetes can develop many foot problems. Most often, problems with feet happen when there is damage to the peripheral nerves that control motor and sensory functions. This is called "peripheral neuropathy." Nerve damage is the direct result of poor circulation.

Diabetes causes blood vessels of the feet and legs to narrow and harden. This impedes blood flow from reaching your feet; making your feet less able to fight infection and to heal. Furthermore, many people with diabetes suffer from artery disease, which also reduces blood flow to the feet.

If a diabetic does not take proper care of their feet, a small cut that does not heal turns into an ulcer. Furthermore, the ulcer becomes infected and gangrene sets in. To avoid the spreading of gangrene and infection, doctors may amputate the foot.

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles improve circulation as the glycerin fluid pumps up and down along the arch of your foot. This all-day massaging action improves blood flow and circulation in the feet and lower body. The "pump" action creates and releases pressure on your feet as you walk. This push and release action flushes the blood pools that have accumulated on your feet and allows new oxygen rich blood to flow in. Also, the insoles protect the soles of your feet by contouring to your feet, reducing the friction forces to your skin and absorbing the shock to the feet.

Happy Customers:
"I am buying them (Happy Feet) for my husband who is a diabetic, and needs them. Your insoles have really helped him. He works on a hard cement floor, and since he's been using them his feet don't hurt, don't ache, and they don't get numb anymore." (Susan, Pennsylvania)

BUNIONS/HALLUX VALGUS & TAILOR'S BUNION

Definition:
Definition of a Hallux Valgus
A bunion/hallux valgus is a bone protruding from the inside of the big toe, creating a prominent bump on the inside of the foot around the big toe. This bump deforms the big toe moving the toe towards the second toe. In some cases, the big toe can rest under or over the second toe; this is called an "Overlapping Toe."

Definition of a Tailor's Bunion
Also referred to as a bunionette, a Tailor's bunion forms on the outside of the foot towards the joint at the little toe. This bump forms as the little toe moves towards the big toe.

Causes:
A person may experience symptoms, such as soreness to the skin and painful inflammation of the big and small toe, causing the person to walk improperly. Bunions can be caused by hereditary foot deformities and arthritis. But, the most common cause of a bunion is wearing tight, pointed shoes that over time constrict the toes and push the bone outward.

Why You Need Happy Feet
Happy Feet® Massaging Insoles lift the foot arch and relieve stress on the cords that align the big and small toe. Happy Feet® relaxes the toes and puts less stress on the bunion.