Pedag Viva High Arch Support Insoles – Leather Footbed for High Arches

Description

Pedag Viva High Arch Support Insoles – proper support for a high, hollow arch.

If you have a high or hollow arch (what podiatrists call pes cavus), you will know the feeling: a rigid arch that does not flatten under your weight, throwing extra pressure onto the heel and ball of the foot. The Pedag Viva High is designed exactly for this. These high arch support insoles have a raised longitudinal arch that fills the gap beneath your foot, spreading your weight more evenly and easing the strain that a high arch creates.

They are built to Pedag’s renowned German standards, with a breathable vegetable-tanned leather top layer over a supportive footbed. You get the same trusted features as the standard Viva – a semi-rigid arch support, a metatarsal pad to relieve the ball of the foot and a cushioned heel – but with the arch raised higher to match a more pronounced instep. The leather surface feels lovely underfoot and naturally helps manage moisture, so your shoes stay comfortable all day.

High arches are one of those things people put up with for years without realising how much a proper insole can help. Because a hollow foot leaves a gap under the arch, your weight lands too heavily on the heel and ball, which can lead to aching feet, tired calves and a feeling of instability. By filling that gap and supporting the arch along its length, the Viva High encourages a more balanced, even stride. Pedag has been making foot supports in Germany for decades, and that experience shows in the quality of the materials and the thoughtful shaping. If you have been told you have high arches, or your shoes wear unevenly on the outer edge, these are well worth trying.

Why choose the Pedag Viva High?

• Made for high arches: the raised longitudinal arch cradles a hollow foot and relieves the pressure it puts on the heel and forefoot.
• Better weight distribution: by filling the void under the arch, it spreads load across the whole foot for all-day comfort.
• Metatarsal support: the built-in pad takes pressure off the ball of the foot, a common sore spot with high arches.
• Premium leather finish: a breathable vegetable-tanned leather top layer that feels natural and helps keep feet fresh.
• Trusted quality: German-made by Pedag, a name shoe lovers rely on for foot support.

How to use the Pedag Viva High insoles

1. Remove any loose existing insole from your shoe for the best fit.
2. Place the Viva High inside with the leather side up and the arch support sitting along the inner edge of your foot.
3. Wear them in gradually – an hour or two on the first day, building up over a week – so your feet adjust to the new support.
4. Air them out between wears to keep the leather in good condition.

Haico’s tip: give any new arch support a proper break-in period. A little unfamiliar pressure at first is normal as your foot settles onto the arch – build up the wearing time slowly and it will soon feel like second nature.

Specifications

• Type: Arch support insole for high (hollow) arches
• Arch: Raised longitudinal arch
• Features: Semi-rigid arch support, metatarsal pad, cushioned heel
• Top layer: Vegetable-tanned leather
• Contents: 1 pair
• Brand: Pedag (Germany)

Frequently asked questions

How is the Viva High different from the standard Viva? It shares all the same features but with a higher arch, so it suits a more pronounced, hollow instep that needs extra filling and support.

Will it fit my shoes? The Viva High works best in closed shoes with a bit of depth, such as trainers, boots and everyday lace-ups. Removing the shoe’s own loose insole first gives the most room.

Where can I buy the Pedag Viva High insoles in the UK? You can order Pedag Viva High Arch Support Insoles – Leather Footbed for High Arches directly from Shoespecialist.co.uk. We offer free delivery on orders over £50, same-day dispatch when you order before 5pm, and a 60-day return policy.