Browse ball of foot cushions in gel, foam, and leather options, from ultra-thin inserts for pumps to cushioned pads for flats and heels with sticky or non-slip backing.
Ball-of-Foot Cushions
20+ stores, 60+ brands, 200+ products
CVS
3.3 (243)
Dr. Scholl's Ball of Foot Pain Relief Orthotics, One Size, 1 pair
$15.59
Bloomingdale's
3.8 (5)
Women's Technogel® with Softspots Tip Toes Cushions
$12.95
Bloomingdale's
4.5 (10)
Women's Tip Toes Cushions
$7.46
DSW
4.7 (41)
Foot Petals Ball of Foot Cushions
$7.99
Dillard's
Ball of Foot Cushions with Extra Cushion
$9.95
Dillard's
2-in-1 Gel Ball of Foot & Arch Support Cushions
$9.95
Aldo Shoes
Gel Instep Cushions
$9.99
CVS
3.8 (70)
CVS Ball of Foot Cushion for Heels & Flats
$8.69
Big 5 Sporting Goods
Spenco Total Support Semi-Rigid Orthotic Arch Support Insoles
$29.96
Big 5 Sporting Goods
Sof Sole Men's Orthotic Arch and Stability Support Insoles
$19.98
REI
4.4 (15)
SOLE Performance Medium Insoles with Metatarsal Pads
$40.93
Macy's
Men's Memory Foam Posted Orthotics W/ Metatarsal Support
$74.95
Here are a bunch of ball-of-foot cushion options (metatarsal/forefoot pads and inserts), ranging from slim gel cushions to more supportive orthotics.
Where do you want the cushioning?
Ball-of-foot only (metatarsal pad)
Full-length insole
3/4-length insole
Best for which shoes?
Heels
Flats/loafers
Sneakers
Boots
Preferred feel?
Thin & discreet
Extra cushy
Firm support (orthotic-style)
Sticky gel (stays put)
Suggestions
Show me thin, discreet ball-of-foot cushions for heels
I want extra-cushy gel cushions (ball-of-foot only)
I need firm metatarsal support for walking/sneakers
Can you explain the difference between metatarsal pads vs full insoles?