Winner of the ISPO Award 2024: The OC Channel Relief Insole from The O.C. Channel

With both plantar fasciitis and heel spurs, walking is extremely painful and feels like stepping on a sharp object. This intense pain, especially with the first steps in the morning, lasts throughout the day and often leads to avoiding walking altogether. The quality of life is significantly affected. With the OC Channel Relief insole, inventor and biomechanic expert Marc Cormier presents an affordable solution for heel pain relief.

The patented concave channel of the insole including the three arches supports offer a biomechanical solution to reduce strain on the fascia (flexus hallux longus) and optimize foot mechanics. It provides immediate pain relief of 90 per cent when walking or standing, improves flexibility and reduces the risk of injury, while external supports stabilize the heel, enabling peak performance in sports. “My goal with The O.C. Channel insoles is to provide lasting relief from severe heel pain, plantar fasciitis, and heel spurs, proving that true relief is within reach. Built on patented biomechanical technology that I’ve successfully tested for over 20 years with professional athletes on the PGA Tour and NHL, these insoles have demonstrated real results. Knowing the impact they can have, I set out to make this revolutionary solution accessible and affordable, offering millions a reliable, pre-molded option for effective relief,” says Marc Cormier. “My mission is to ensure that those suffering from intense heel and fascia pain benefit from a proven, highly effective solution that delivers guaranteed results.”      

In addition, the insole structure with TPU provides firm but comfortable support, ensuring stability and structural reinforcement while also providing comfort.

The OC Channel Relief Insole not only offers immediate therapeutic relief, but also benefits for competitive sports: on the one hand, it reduces the risk of injury and, on the other, it also enables an increase in performance. The insole was developed on the basis of a detailed analysis of foot dynamics and ensures correct alignment throughout the entire kinetic chain. This holistic approach helps to maintain optimal posture from the feet up, promoting a more upright posture that can relieve tension in the back and shoulders. This correction benefits the entire body mechanics and reduces fatigue. 

Its effectiveness has not only been proven by years of experience with top athletes but has also been clinically verified by a leading surgical podiatrist using electronic data. Physiotherapists have also been able to confirm the results in the treatment of patients and professional athletes from various sports. 

The sole is available in different sizes and with three different arch heights and can be integrated into a wide range of shoes. It has been available since October 2024.

• Patented technology that targets the flexor hallucis longus tendon and plantar fascia
• 90 per cent immediate pain relief 
• Clinically verified with electronic data by a leading surgeon and podiatrist