Visco-elastic heel-wedge is incorporated in the support to raise the heel for pain relief of the Achilles tendon with an additional heel-wedge provided for the unaffected foot to prevent leg length discrepancies * Promotes proprioception, thus increasing stabilization * Provides peak shock load reduction to joints and back with both heel cushions in place ideal for Achilles tendonitis, Achilles tendon strains, bursitis of the Achilles and post-Achilles tendon rupture * Machine washable * Made in Germany with the highest quality standards