For HCPC-registered clinicians

Orthosis
Design
Simplified.

We're on a mission to simplify the complexities of additive orthotics and digital workflows. That's why we created Anthropods®. A pathology focused range of orthotics powered by our proprietary Quick Heel™ technology.

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o.62%
rate of patient
fit returns
5
shell designs for
specific pathologies
50+
years combined
orthotic experience
Anthropods® orthotic
Anthropods® — Classic Shell
HCPC registered clinicians only
User friendly clinicians portal
Market leading quality
Speedy shipping via DPD next day
MHRA Registered Manufacturer
Quick Heel™ post system
Patent pending GB2509193.5

In-clinic
Customisation
Just Went
UP
A Level

Swap heel posts in seconds via a sliding and locking mechanism hidden in the heel platform. No grinding. No ad-hoc wedging. No lab returns.

Instant adjustment at point of care
0–8° varus/valgus posts and 3–5mm raises. Store a range in clinic, swap during the appointment.
No lab returns
Eliminate wasted time and cost sending orthoses back for modification.
Works without workshop tools
Perfect for community and private clinics without access to modification equipment.
Anthropods
Patient specific

Every common
pathology. Covered.

Each Anthropods® shell was developed with HCPC clinicians to target specific conditions. Find the right shell for your patient below.

PTTD Type I & II
Method
Controls pronation and compensates for reduced tibialis posterior strength to stabilise the hindfoot and medial arch.
Recommended: Medial Support Shell
DMICS / Midfoot Osteoarthritis
Method
Offloads prominent metatarsal heads and limits painful midfoot movement, with cushioning to improve shock absorption.
Recommended: Classic Shell
Anterior Knee Pain
Method
Reduces internal tibial rotation to lower the Q-angle and improve patellar tracking in the patellofemoral groove.
Recommended: Classic Shell
Hallux Limitus / Rigidus
Method
Limits painful 1st MTP dorsiflexion and reduces joint compression at toe-off to allow a more comfortable gait pattern.
Recommended: Hallux Shell
Plantar Plate / Metatarsalgia
Method
Offloads the plantar plate and redistributes peak forefoot pressure proximally into the arch, reducing pain at the lesser MTP joints.
Recommended: Classic Shell
Shin Splints
Method
Reduces pronatory forces transmitted to the tibia and attenuates ground reaction forces through full length shock absorption.
Recommended: Classic Shell
Achilles Tendinopathy
Method
Reduces tendon strain at the insertion or mid-portion while addressing underlying pronation or supination contributing to overload.
Recommended: Classic Shell
Morton's Neuroma
Method
Spreads the metatarsal heads and reduces transverse plane compression at the affected interspace to decompress the nerve.
Recommended: Classic Shell
Plantar Fasciosis / Heel Spur
Method
Close-contour arch support reduces tension at the fascial origin, with the fascia groove and 1st met cut-out offloading the insertion point directly.
Recommended: Groove Shell
Peroneal Tendinopathy
Method
Elevates the lateral column and reduces supinatory loading on the peroneal tendons, with the 1st ray cut-out enhancing the lateral correction.
Recommended: Lateral Support Shell
Cavus / Lateral Ankle Instability
Method
Forefoot-positioned lateral post (aligned to the oblique subtalar axis) elevates the lateral column and counteracts supination to improve stability.
Recommended: Lateral Support Shell
Excessive Pronation
Method
Resists abnormal subtalar eversion and controls medial arch collapse, with additional skive or flange for patients requiring greater rearfoot control.
Recommended: Classic Shell
Hallux Valgus
Method
Facilitates 1st MTP dorsiflexion via the reverse windlass effect to reduce pressure on the joint and slow the rate of deformity progression.
Recommended: Groove Shell
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Method
Supports the longitudinal arches and controls hindfoot eversion to reduce compressive load through the tarsal tunnel.
Recommended: Medial Support Shell

* Pathology recommendations are supported by evidence based research and are to be used as guidance only.

Process

Ordering couldn't
be simpler

From scan to delivery in as little as ten working days. No complex digital workflow, no lab back-and-forth.

1
Register your clinic
Create a clinician account. HCPC registration verified on signup.
2
Assess your patient
Choose Patient Ready or, take a 3D scan or send us your foam impression box (FIB).
3
Submit your order
For Patient Specific, select shell type, configure your order, upload your scan and submit.
4
We handle the complex
Our scan processing algorithm ensures a low error rate, for a consistant and precise fit.
5
Patient fitting
Take the stress out of the appointment. Fine-tune rearfoot alignment instantly with Quick Heel™.
Your clinician dashboard Track every order, upload scans, report issues and view invoice history. All in one place.
5
working days Patient Ready
10
working days Patient Specific
Invoiced on 30-day terms via Xero. No card required.

Ready to Simplify.

Register and place your first order today.

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Registration is free. Orders are invoiced on 30-day terms via Xero.

Resources

From the team

Clinical
January 2026
Prescribing for plantar fasciopathy: when to choose the Groove shell
A clinical guide to shell selection for one of the most common presenting foot conditions in orthopaedic practice.
Manufacturing
April 2026
The hidden regulatory iceberg — when clinics manufacture orthoses
The compliance requirements that every clinic should know before manufacturing or customising orthotic devices.
Product
November 2025
Quick Heel™ in practice: real-world feedback from NHS clinicians
Three orthotists share how the interchangeable heel post system has changed how they run their clinics.