Using shock absorbing insoles for running or football

[speedmachine]

I play football once a week on a 5 a side astro turf pitch. The surface is pretty hard and the astro turf boots I wear don't provide much cusioning either. I've tried a number of different makes of boots but they all seem to provide very little cushioning.

The combination of the hard pitches and hard boots means that I often get knee pains after pounding around for about an hour. I weigh about 94kg at the moment but I normally float between 89kg - 95kg. I have noticed that it doesn't feel as bad when I run if my weight is about 89kg but it still hurts.

Anyway, I come across some shock absorbing insoles made by a number of different companies. Does anyone on here use these or something similar when playing football, running or any other sport where there is a lot of impact on the joints? I'm looking to order a pair and see how they go but it would be nice to here the views of anyone that has already tried them.

Thanks!

[randlemarcus]

Used to use these tromping around in Army boots.

They reduce the shock loading, but not by as much as not running around on hard surfaces.

[Neil.D]

I have a set in my work shoes - I often need to run at work as well as a set in my running shoes.

The set I have are gel cushioned in the ball + heel.

My running shoes are fitted/tailored to me but I find the insole makes them even better.

Get a pair for £10. If you dont like them then you havent lost much.

I will give you the name of the brand I use if its any help?