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
Medial arch support with deep heel cup, rearfoot posting and medial heel skive to compensate for reduced tibialis posterior strength and control pronation.
Medial Support Shell
DMICS / Midfoot Osteoarthritis
Semi-rigid shell with metatarsal bar to offload prominent metatarsal heads and reduce painful midfoot movement, with soft cushioning for shock absorption.
Classic Shell
Anterior Knee Pain
Medial rearfoot posting with firm arch support to reduce internal tibial rotation, lowering the Q-angle and improving patellar tracking in the patellofemoral groove.
Classic Shell
Hallux Limitus / Rigidus
Firm arch support with Morton's extension to limit painful 1st MTP dorsiflexion and reduce joint compression at toe-off.
Hallux Shell
Plantar Plate / Metatarsalgia
Metatarsal dome pad placed proximal to the affected met heads to offload the plantar plate and redistribute peak forefoot pressure into the arch.
Classic Shell
Shin Splints
Medial arch support with medial heel wedging to reduce pronatory forces on the tibia. Full length shock absorbing cover to attenuate ground reaction forces.
Classic Shell
Achilles Tendinopathy
5–10mm heel raise fitted bilaterally to reduce tendon strain, with medial or lateral rearfoot posting to address underlying pronation or supination.
Classic Shell
Morton's Neuroma
Low profile shell with metatarsal dome placed proximal to the affected interspace to reduce transverse plane compression and spread the metatarsal heads.
Classic Shell
Plantar Fasciosis / Heel Spur
Close-contour medial arch support with plantar fascia groove, cushioned heel and 1st met cut-out to reduce tension at the fascial origin.
Groove Shell
Peroneal Tendinopathy
Lateral forefoot posting with lowered medial arch and 1st ray cut-out to reduce supinatory loading on the peroneal tendons.
Lateral Support Shell
Cavus / Lateral Ankle Instability
Lateral forefoot post positioned at the forefoot (aligned to the oblique subtalar axis) with lowered medial arch and 1st ray cut-out to elevate the lateral column and counteract supination.
Lateral Support Shell
Excessive Pronation
Rearfoot posting with firm medial arch support to resist abnormal subtalar eversion. Medial heel skive or flange added for additional rearfoot control where required.
Classic Shell
Hallux Valgus
Medial arch support with plantar fascia groove to facilitate 1st MTP dorsiflexion via the reverse windlass effect. Reverse Morton's extension can be added to further encourage joint mobility.
Groove Shell
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Medial arch support with heel skive and deep heel cup to support the longitudinal arches and reduce compressive load on the tarsal tunnel.
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.

Create clinician account

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.