10 replies to this topic

[Dave]

pepster, I had the same problem. My podiatrist suggested rubbing a cake of soap on the inserts on the edges where it is creaking.

Did this last week and creaking is gone, simple as that!

[pepster]

Thanks O Runner, I'll definitely give that a go.

[Gasher]

Pepster

As O Runner suggested the soap works a treat & so does candle wax.

[PodRunner]

I usually suggest talcum powder as it doesn't stain.
Pour a liberal amount into your shoes and rub it into the fabric where the orthotic rubs. Works for me, and kills the low-tide scent too!

[pepster]

Thanks for the suggestion guys.

One thing, do you need to keep re-applying soap,wax,talc etc.?

[Dave]

I would think eventually yes, but mine have not started creaking again so have not had to worry!

[pepster]

I have a hard time sneaking out of the house at 5.30 am without waking the wife and baby. My problem is a pair of loud, creaky orthotics.
Is there anything I can do to stop this?

[wobbly man]

This is something I have put up with for over a year. Its (I am) the office joke now. How do you know where they are creaking from? Mine just sound like all of them are creaking... :unsure:

[Gasher]

Wobbly

Don't worry about where they are creaking from & don't waste time trying to find out.

Eliminate all possibilities & run some soap/wax around those edges that are in contact with sole & sides of the shoe ....... silent running :D

[anampofepistat]

I wrap the orthotic in a piece of my wife's old stocking/pantyhose - permanent solution works great for me!

[Pabags]

Dont know why I didnt put this question on here myself. Know exactly what you mean Pepster and the solution from Podrunner has worked a treat. The only difference was I used shoe deodorant powder because Ididnt have any talcum powder. Killing 2 birds at once!!

Cheers

Ian C :)