Silicare Silicone Heel Cushions are manufactured in India with German machinery and raw materials, resulting in a world-class product at an accessible price. Cheaper competitor products are produced from industrial silicone, which is not biocompatible, or gels, which have lower shock absorption. Silicone is man-made. It’s made from sand (silica) and oxygen. Because of its purity, it is a popular component in the medical field. It is resistant to intense pressures and temperatures.
Made of medical-grade silicone that is not implantable. absorbs trauma while walking (preventing it from being sent back up the body). The central blue soft silicone region provides greater shock absorption. Does not absorb perspiration or water. Chemically resistant. Heat resistant. Can withstand prolonged pressure (from walking) without being distorted. Biocompatible, meaning it does not cause skin allergies. Does not support microorganism growth. Odorless. Can be worn with ordinary shoes.