3D Printed Orthotics for Podiatrists & Orthotists

Anthropods® orthosis with a Quick Heel™ heel post sliding into the heel platform

Patent pending GB2509193.5

In-clinic
Customisation
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Swap heel posts in seconds via Quick Heel™. A sliding and locking mechanism hidden in the heel platform. No grinding. No ad-hoc wedging. No lab returns.

Heel posts swap in seconds 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.

Patient-Specific

Five pathology-focused
Anthropods® shells

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

How ordering works
for clinicians

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

Create a clinician account. HCPC registration verified on signup.

Assess your patient

Choose Patient-Ready or, take a 3D scan or send us your foam impression box (FIB).

Submit your order

For Patient-Specific, select shell type, configure your order, upload your scan and submit.

We handle the complex

Our scan processing algorithm ensures a low error rate, for a consistant and precise fit.

Patient fitting

Take the stress out of the appointment. Fine-tune rearfoot alignment in seconds with Quick Heel™.

Your clinician dashboard Track every order, upload scans, report issues and view invoice history. All in one place.

What clinicians say

I started using Anthropods from Simplify Orthotics about six months ago for my Physiotherapy and Sports Podiatry practice. I couldn’t be more pleased with this unique and brilliant alternative to either bespoke orthoses or generic off the shelf products. They are extremely comfortable and they look and feel expensive. The best part is the clever hind foot adaptation system which allows you to alter the prescription and customise within the appointment; you can try out different levels of posting and incorporate a heel raise. Really easy to fit and remove the wide range of posts. The topcover is a quality material which can be easily cleaned and replaced. My patients have been really pleased with them and often come back for a second set- the results are impressive, patient specific shells have also been a success.

I’m particularly enjoying the replace supply system which you can subscribe to. You just scan the barcode when you have used a particular size and you will get a replacement set within a few days which really helps to reduce time ordering or having to carry a lot of stock. Customer Service from Jon is excellent; responsive and knowledgable. I would advise stocking this product 100%.

Jenny Baillon Physiotherapist and Podiatrist, Shrewsbury Physiotherapy & Orthotics

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