How to Use Your Samurai Insoles

All Samurai Insoles are designed to help control overpronation — the inward rolling of the foot that misaligns your mechanics and places extra stress throughout your feet, legs, and back.

By stabilizing the arch and supporting the heel, Samurai Insoles aim to rebalance your stride and reduce strain at the root.

This alignment support can help mitigate or ease discomfort connected to plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, heel pain, arch pain, flat feet, shin splints, knee pain, low back pain, posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, bunions, and metatarsalgia.

Yes — each model is built to support the arch and reduce overpronation, which often contributes to plantar fasciitis and heel discomfort. Proper alignment helps relieve tension over time.

Most athletic shoes, casual shoes, boots, and even some dress shoes work - especially if the factory insole is removable. Just ensure there’s adequate internal space once the insole is inserted.

While we recommend using shoes with removable insoles for the best fit, there are good alternatives.

For Samurai Insoles Ninjas and Shoguns, you can place a thin, inexpensive cushioned insole with no firm support pieces on top. This provides comfort and keeps the orthotic properly positioned — these models are not meant to be worn directly against your foot or sock.

For Originals and Sumos, you can usually insert them directly into the shoe as long as there’s enough room for both your foot and the insole to sit comfortably.

If your shoes feel tight or your heel lifts slightly, consider footwear with a removable insole or more internal depth for the best results.

Your body may need a few days of short wears to adapt. Start by wearing them 1–2 hours a day and gradually increase until you’re wearing them full time.

Every pair of Samurai Insoles is backed by our 60-Day Comfort Guarantee. Try them in your daily routine for up to 60 days, and if you’re not completely satisfied, we’ll provide a full refund and free return shipping.

No fine print, no hassle — just a promise that you’ll love how your feet feel, or we’ll make it right.