PURPOSE: The aim of the present study was to perform a systematic review of the literature on the effect of different insoles on postural balance. SUBJECTS AND METHODS: A systematic review was conducted of four databases. The papers retrieved were evaluated based on the following inclusion criteria: (1) design: controlled clinical trial; (2) intervention: insole; (3) outcome: change in static postural balance; and (4) year of publication: 2005 to 2012. RESULTS: Twelve controlled trials were found comparing the effects of different insoles on postural balance. The papers had methodological quality scores of 3 or 4 on the PEDro scale. CONCLUSION: Insoles have benefits that favor better postural balance and control.

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