Product Description

The Dr. Jill’s Poron Blue Metatarsal Pads are professional-quality cushioning components designed for use with footwear, insoles and custom or prefabricated orthotics.

Their contoured metatarsal shape supports the area immediately behind the ball of the foot, helping redistribute pressure away from sensitive forefoot areas when correctly positioned. The fully adhesive backing allows each pad to be securely installed on a suitable insole or orthotic surface.

The blue Poron cushioning material provides consistent thickness and is designed to resist flattening or bottoming out during normal use. It can also be skived, buffed, burred or trimmed smoothly, allowing a qualified foot-care professional or fitter to modify the pad for the individual wearer.

Each package includes six pairs—12 individual pads—in the selected size. Choose Small, Medium or Large according to the wearer’s foot dimensions, footwear and required area of support.

Professional fitting is recommended because incorrect placement may increase pressure rather than relieve it.

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Key Features

• Made from blue Poron cushioning material
• Provides support and cushioning with consistent thickness
• Designed to resist flattening and bottoming out
• Fully adhesive-backed
• Attaches to compatible insoles and orthotics
• Can be trimmed for a customized fit
• Skives, buffs and burrs smoothly
• Suitable for footwear and orthotic accommodations
• Available in Small, Medium and Large
• Six pairs included per package
• 12 individual pads in total
• Latex-free
• Non-sterile
• Intended for metatarsal management

The cushioning characteristics, adhesive backing, customization options and latex-free specification are confirmed by OrthoConnectION and Medline’s Dr. Jill’s product listing.

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Product Benefits

Targeted Forefoot Support

The contoured pad supports the metatarsal region rather than adding cushioning throughout the entire shoe.

Helps Redistribute Pressure

Correctly positioned metatarsal pads can help move pressure away from sensitive areas beneath the ball of the foot.

Secure Adhesive Installation

The full adhesive backing helps keep the pad positioned on a compatible insole or orthotic.

Customizable Construction

The material may be shaped, reduced or bevelled to accommodate an individual foot, orthotic or footwear application.

Durable Cushioning

Poron material is designed to maintain consistent cushioning and resist packing down during normal use.

Professional Multipack

Each six-pair package is suitable for clinics, foot-care professionals, orthotic technicians or customers needing pads for multiple pairs of footwear.

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Recommended Uses

These pads may be used as part of a professionally fitted solution for:

• Forefoot cushioning
• Ball-of-foot pressure
• Metatarsal support
• Footwear accommodations
• Orthotic modifications
• Pressure redistribution
• Additional cushioning beneath the transverse arch
• Custom insole fabrication
• Replacement or modification of existing metatarsal support

They should not be advertised as curing metatarsalgia, Morton’s neuroma or another medical condition.

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Technical Specifications

The public manufacturer and distributor listings do not provide a verified dimension chart for these exact three sizes. Do not publish measurements unless they are confirmed from Liberty’s physical packaging.

Size and Fit Guidance

The manufacturer offers Small, Medium and Large but does not publish a standardized shoe-size chart for the exact PB-MET retail packages.

Use the following safe Shopify guidance:

• Small: Smaller feet or a smaller metatarsal-support area
• Medium: Average-sized feet or support areas
• Large: Larger feet or a broader area of metatarsal support

Selection should be based on:

• Foot dimensions
• Width of the forefoot
• Shape and size of the insole
• Available space inside the shoe
• Location of the required support
• Advice from a podiatrist, pedorthist or qualified fitter

Do not assign shoe-size ranges unless those ranges are confirmed on the physical package.

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What Is Included

• Six pairs of Poron Blue Metatarsal Pads
• Twelve individual pads in the selected size

Not Included

• Shoes
• Insoles
• Orthotics
• Adhesive remover
• Cutting or grinding tools
• Professional fitting service

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Placement and Application Guidance

Correct placement is important. Clinical guidance recommends positioning a metatarsal pad just behind the ball of the foot rather than directly beneath the metatarsal heads. NHS guidance suggests approximately 5 mm behind the metatarsal heads, although the exact position may vary by foot and condition.

Recommended Application Process

1. Remove the insole from the shoe when possible.
2. Keep the adhesive liner attached while testing the position.
3. Place the pad slightly behind the ball of the foot.
4. Return the insole to the shoe and test the position while standing.
5. Move the pad gradually until the support feels comfortable.
6. Mark the correct position.
7. Clean and completely dry the application surface.
8. Remove the adhesive liner.
9. Press the pad firmly onto the insole or orthotic.
10. Reinsert the insole and test the footwear.
11. Stop use and reassess placement if pressure or discomfort increases.

Because the material can be permanently altered or adhered, professional fitting is recommended before cutting or final installation.

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Care and Replacement Guidance

These are adhesive orthotic components rather than washable gel accessories.

• Keep the pads dry
• Do not machine wash
• Do not immerse in water
• Do not apply to a wet, oily or dusty surface
• Avoid repeated removal and repositioning
• Inspect the adhesive bond periodically
• Replace pads that become compressed, damaged or detached
• Replace if the cushioning no longer feels consistent
• Follow any directions printed on the physical package

Repeated removal may reduce adhesive strength.

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Safety Information

• Correct positioning is essential.
• Do not place directly under the painful metatarsal heads unless directed by a healthcare professional.
• Do not apply directly to the skin.
• Attach the pads to an insole, orthotic or suitable footwear surface.
• Stop use if pain, numbness, tingling, irritation or pressure increases.
• Confirm that the footwear still has adequate internal space.
• Do not use over open wounds or active skin infections.
• People with diabetes, neuropathy, reduced sensation or poor circulation should seek professional fitting advice.
• Do not aggressively cut, grind or modify the pads while they are inside the shoe.
• This product provides cushioning and pressure redistribution but does not correct structural foot deformities.
• Persistent forefoot pain should be assessed by a qualified healthcare professional.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many pads are included?

Each package contains six pairs, which equals 12 individual metatarsal pads.

What sizes are available?

Small, Medium and Large.

Are the pads adhesive-backed?

Yes. The complete underside is adhesive-backed for attachment to suitable insoles or orthotics.

Can the pads be trimmed?

Yes. The manufacturer states that the material can be skived, buffed or burred smoothly. Trimming should be completed carefully, preferably by a qualified professional.

Are they latex-free?

Yes. Medline identifies the Dr. Jill’s Poron Blue Metatarsal Pads as latex-free.

Where should a metatarsal pad be placed?

It is generally positioned slightly behind the ball of the foot rather than directly beneath the metatarsal heads.

Can they be placed directly on the skin?

No. These adhesive components are intended for installation on an insole, orthotic or suitable footwear surface.

Can they be moved between shoes?

The adhesive is intended to secure the pad in position. Repeated removal may weaken it, so separate pads may be preferable for different shoes.

Do they flatten during use?

The manufacturer describes the material as designed not to flatten or bottom out. Actual lifespan depends on use, body weight, footwear and installation.

Are they sold as individual pads?

No. Liberty’s product should be sold as one package containing six pairs.