Dr. William Naughton
Board Certified Podiatrist
Metatarsalgia Orthotics:
Custom Insoles For Ball of Foot Pain
Relieve pressure on the metatarsal heads and restore natural foot mechanics with medical-grade support.
Custom Orthotic Therapy
Clinically proven to treat Metatarsalgia & Forefoot Pain
Podiatrist-Designed Relief
We specialize in custom-molded orthotics with metatarsal pads to offload pressure from the ball of the foot.
The Bilt Labs Team
Medical Manufacturing Experts
84%
A study reported that pain decreased significantly among 84% of participants using metatarsal pads/orthotics.
Root Causes We Treat
Our medical-grade insoles address the specific biomechanical issues causing your forefoot pain.
Shop Metatarsalgia Orthotics
Medical-grade support to relieve ball of foot pain.
Easy, At-Home Process
Professional-grade orthotics without the doctor's visit.
Why Store-Bought Insoles Often Fail Metatarsalgia
Understanding the difference between simply cushioning the ball of the foot versus mechanically lifting the metatarsal heads is key to relief.
Generic Insoles
mass produced
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No Metatarsal Pad
Most generic insoles lack the specific metatarsal button or pad needed to lift the dropped bone heads.
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Too Soft to Support
Soft foam compresses completely at the ball of the foot, offering zero protection against impact.
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Wrong Placement
If a generic insole has a pad, it is often in the wrong spot, which can increase pain rather than relieve it.
Bilt Labs Custom
Medical-Grade Orthotics
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Metatarsal Support
A custom-placed metatarsal pad lifts the bones behind the ball of the foot, redistributing pressure instantly.
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Precision Molded Fit
Fabricated from a mold of your foot to ensure the pad sits exactly in the 'sweet spot' behind the painful area.
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Transverse Arch Lift
Restores the natural curve across the ball of the foot, taking weight off the sensitive bone heads.
Real Results
100,000+ Lives Changed
Join the thousands who have found relief through proper biomechanical alignment. Our medical-grade custom orthotics are designed to get you back to living a pain-free life.
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Clinically Proven Results
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6-Month Money-Back Guarantee
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Made in the USA
Medical Expertise
Elevate your foot health with Bilt Labs today.
Experience professional-grade biomechanical correction designed to meet your immediate pain relief and long-term structural health needs – accessible directly from home.
Verified Credential
License: DPM00321
NPI: 1245247089
Chief Medical Officer
Overseen by Dr. William Naughton
Board Certified Podiatrist
What is Metatarsalgia?
The Pathomechanics of Forefoot Pain
Metatarsalgia is a condition characterized by pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot (the metatarsal heads). It is often caused by an uneven distribution of weight across the forefoot.
Factors like thinning fat pads (atrophy), high arches, or dropped metatarsal bones focus excessive pressure on one or more of the small toe joints. This repetitive impact causes deep bruising, inflammation, and sometimes nerve irritation.
Common Symptoms:
- Burning or sharp pain in the ball of the foot.
- Feeling like you are walking on a pebble or a folded sock.
- Numbness or tingling in the toes.
- Callus formation under the metatarsal heads.
Why Orthotics Are The Primary Treatment
The goal of treatment is to Off-Load and Redistribute Pressure.
Custom orthotics use a metatarsal pad or bar positioned just behind the ball of the foot. This lifts and separates the metatarsal bones, restoring the natural transverse arch. By shifting weight away from the painful bony heads and onto the shaft of the bone, relief is often immediate.
Fast Facts
- Location: Pain is focused under the 2nd and 3rd toes.
- Cause: Thinning fat pads and dropped metatarsals.
- Correction: Metatarsal pads reduce pain in 84% of cases.
Recommended Solution:
Get Custom SupportPrecision Engineered & Hand Finished—All In the USA
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Aerospace-Grade Materials
We use high-performance polymers and EVA foams designed for maximum durability, shock absorption, and comfort.
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Laser-Precision Milling
Your orthotics are carved from a solid block of material using CNC robotics, ensuring 100% accuracy to your foot mold.
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Hand-Crafted Quality
Every pair is hand-finished and inspected by our technicians in our US-based lab to ensure clinical efficacy.
Metatarsalgia FAQ
Expert answers on treating ball of foot pain with custom orthotics.