What is SSI?

Shoe Stability Index (SSI) is an indicator of shoe stability, as an index. SSI is derived through mathematically combining the quantified measurements of midfoot stability (TCI) and hindfoot stability (VCI), indicating the shoe’s overall ability to control the motion of the foot.

What is TCI?

Torsion Control Index (TCI) is a measurement of midfoot shoe stability, in inch-pound units (in.-lbs.). TCI is measured through actively twisting a shoe around the longitudinal axis of the shoe, from the heel to the area of the toes joints, simulating rotational forces of the foot, and measuring the shoe’s resistance to this motion.

The higher the TCI, the firmer the midfoot and more torsional stability. The lower the TCI, the softer the midfoot and less torsional stability.

What is VCI?

Vertical Compression Index (VCI) is a measurement of hindfoot shoe stability, in millimeters (mm). VCI is measured through compression of the heel portion of the shoe under a fixed amount of pressure, thereby measuring how the structure of the shoe controls rearfoot motion.

The higher the VCI, the softer the midsole and less hindfoot stability. The lower the VCI, the firmer the midsole and more hindfoot stability.

What is Loaded Heel to Toe Drop?

Loaded Heel to Toe Drop is the measurement in millimeters of the height of the heel relative to the fore foot when compressed to a fixed poundage. This can be defined as vertical support.

What is RI?

Rebound Index (RI) is an indicator of energy return of shoe to the foot, in millimeters (mm). RI is measured through compression of the heel portion of the shoe under a fixed amount of pressure, and then determining how much force the shoe exerts on the foot.

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Level 1 – High Stability/Motion Control

Shoe Weight TCITorsion Control Index (Midfoot Stability) VCIVertical Compression Index (Hindfoot Stability) Vertical Support Loaded Heel to Toe Drop (Vertical Support) Cushion SSIShoe Stability Index Level RIRebound Index Recommendations
Brooks – Addiction 13 10.1 68 in.-lbs (High) 3.73 mm (Max) 8.27 mm (Max) Firm 87.1 High Stability Low Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation, Flat Feet
LA Sportiva – Mutant 9.4 58 in.-lbs (High) 3.15 mm (Max) 6.85 mm (Max) Firm 84.3 High Stability Low Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation
Brooks – Ariel 18 9.8 70 in.-lbs (High) 4.58 mm (Mod) 7.42 mm (Max) Mod 82.8 High Stability Medium Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation, Flat Feet
New Balance – 1340 v3 11.8 73 in.-lbs (High) 5.43 mm (Mod) 6.57 mm (Max) Mod 79.1 High Stability Medium Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation, Flat Feet
New Balance – 1540 v2 11.6 62 in.-lbs (High) 4.38 mm (Max) 5.62 mm (Max) Firm 78.8 High Stability Medium Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation, Flat Feet
Salomon – XA Pro 3D 11.7 58 in.-lbs (High) 4.14 mm (Max) 6.86 mm (Max) Firm 77.7 High Stability Low Supination, Moderate Pronation
New Balance – 990 v5 12.2 56 in.-lbs (High) 4.13 mm (Max) 7.87 mm (Max) Firm 76.5 High Stability Medium Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation
New Balance – 940 v3 10.5 66 in.-lbs (High) 5.72 mm (Min) 4.28 mm (Mod) Soft 72.5 High Stability Low Supination, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
LA Sportiva – Akyra 10.6 65 in.-lbs (High) 5.88 mm (Min) 3.12 mm (Mod) Soft 70.8 High Stability Medium Supination, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Saucony – Excursion 12 GTX 9.9 57 in.-lbs (High) 5.13 mm (Mod) 2.87 mm (Min) Mod 70.5 High Stability High Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation
361 Degrees – Strata 3 9.4 54 in.-lbs (High) 5.21 mm (Mod) 2.79 mm (Min) Mod 67.9 High Stability High Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation
Asics – GT 4000 8.2 59 in.-lbs (High) 5.84 mm (Min) 4.16 mm (Mod) Soft 67.1 High Stability High Supination, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Salomon – X-Mission 3 8.6 52 in.-lbs (High) 5.14 mm (Mod) 4.86 mm (Mod) Mod 67.1 High Stability Low Supination, Moderate Pronation, Severe Pronation
Asics – GT 2000 7 8.3 52 in.-lbs (High) 5.62 mm (Min) 4.38 mm (Mod) Soft 63.9 High Stability High Supination, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Saucony – Redeemer ISO 2 9.4 63 in.-lbs (High) 6.99 mm (Min) 1.01 mm (Min) Soft 62.1 High Stability Low Supination, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation, Flat Feet
Saucony – Omni ISO 9.5 50 in.-lbs (High) 5.7 mm (Min) 2.3 mm (Min) Soft 62 High Stability Medium Supination, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation


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Level 2 – Moderate stability

Shoe Weight TCITorsion Control Index (Midfoot Stability) VCIVertical Compression Index (Hindfoot Stability) Vertical Support Loaded Heel to Toe Drop (Vertical Support) Cushion SSIShoe Stability Index Level RIRebound Index Recommendations
Brooks – Dyad 10 8.6 50 in.-lbs (High) 5.84 mm (Min) 4.16 mm (Mod) Soft 61.1 Moderate Stability High Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Salomon – SpeedCross 4 9.1 48 in.-lbs (Mod) 5.68 mm (Min) 4.32 mm (Mod) Soft 60.8 Moderate Stability Low Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
361 Degrees – Sensation 3 8 46 in.-lbs (Mod) 5.5 mm (Min) 3.5 mm (Mod) Soft 60.7 Moderate Stability High Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
On – Cloud X 6.5 35 in.-lbs (Min) 5.04 mm (Mod) 0.96 mm (Min) Mod 56.4 Moderate Stability High Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Hoka One One – Arahi 3 7.9 48 in.-lbs (Mod) 6.44 mm (Min) -1.44 mm (Min) Soft 55.7 Moderate Stability Medium Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Asics – GT 1000 8 8.5 50 in.-lbs (High) 6.81 mm (Min) 1.19 mm (Min) Soft 54.6 Moderate Stability High Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Asics – Gel Kayano 26 8.9 55 in.-lbs (High) 7.36 mm (Min) 5.64 mm (Max) Soft 54.3 Moderate Stability Medium Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Asics – Gel Nimbus 21 9.3 50 in.-lbs (High) 6.87 mm (Min) 6.13 mm (Max) Soft 54.2 Moderate Stability Medium Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation
Asics – Gel Cumulus 20 7.6 47 in.-lbs (Mod) 6.7 mm (Min) 3.3 mm (Mod) Soft 53.3 Moderate Stability High Supination, Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation, Moderate Pronation


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Level 3 – Light Stability

Shoe Weight TCITorsion Control Index (Midfoot Stability) VCIVertical Compression Index (Hindfoot Stability) Vertical Support Loaded Heel to Toe Drop (Vertical Support) Cushion SSIShoe Stability Index Level RIRebound Index Recommendations
New Balance – 860 v9 9.3 42 in.-lbs (Min) 6.54 mm (Min) 3.46 mm (Mod) Soft 51.1 Minimum Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Altra – Duo 6.6 44 in.-lbs (Mod) 6.78 mm (Min) -6.78 mm (Min) Soft 50.8 Minimum Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Saucony – Guide ISO 2 8.6 38 in.-lbs (Min) 6.57 mm (Min) 1.43 mm (Min) Soft 48.2 Minimum Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Saucony – Peregrine ISO 8.6 26 in.-lbs (Min) 5.61 mm (Min) -1.61 mm (Min) Soft 46.6 Minimum Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Mizuno – Wave Inspire 15 7.9 40 in.-lbs (Min) 7.45 mm (Min) 2.55 mm (Min) Soft 43.7 Minimum Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Nike – Air Zoom Pegasus 35 7.4 39 in.-lbs (Min) 7.4 mm (Min) 2.6 mm (Min) Soft 43.3 Minimum Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Brooks – Adrenaline GTS 19 8.9 38 in.-lbs (Min) 7.47 mm (Min) 4.53 mm (Mod) Soft 42.2 Minimum Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation


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Level 4 – Neutral

Shoe Weight TCITorsion Control Index (Midfoot Stability) VCIVertical Compression Index (Hindfoot Stability) Vertical Support Loaded Heel to Toe Drop (Vertical Support) Cushion SSIShoe Stability Index Level RIRebound Index Recommendations
Saucony – Hurricane ISO 5 9.6 34 in.-lbs (Min) 7.16 mm (Min) 0.84 mm (Min) Soft 41.6 Neutral Stability Low Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Mizuno – Wave Horizon 3 8.9 42 in.-lbs (Min) 8.28 mm (Min) 1.32 mm (Min) Soft 39.5 Neutral Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Brooks – Ghost 11 8 34 in.-lbs (Min) 7.61 mm (Min) 4.39 mm (Mod) Soft 38.6 Neutral Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Altra – Escalante 1.5 6.4 24 in.-lbs (Min) 6.84 mm (Min) -6.84 mm (Min) Soft 37.1 Neutral Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Mizuno – Wave Rider 22 7.6 38 in.-lbs (Min) 8.53 mm (Min) 3.47 mm (Mod) Soft 35.1 Neutral Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Adidas – UltraBoost 19 9.5 29 in.-lbs (Min) 8.03 mm (Min) 1.97 mm (Min) Soft 32.5 Neutral Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Nike – Epic React Flyknit 2 6.5 29 in.-lbs (Min) 8.17 mm (Min) 0.83 mm (Min) Soft 31.5 Neutral Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Brooks – Glycerin 17 8.5 32 in.-lbs (Min) 8.93 mm (Min) 1.07 mm (Min) Soft 28.5 Neutral Stability High Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation
Hoka One One – Bondi 6 8.6 50 in.-lbs (High) 11 mm (Min) -7 mm (Min) Soft 26.7 Neutral Stability Neutral Pronation, Mild Pronation



Shoe Definitions

What is SSI?

Shoe Stability Index (SSI) is an indicator of shoe stability, as an index. SSI is derived through mathematically combining the quantified measurements of midfoot stability (TCI) and hindfoot stability (VCI), indicating the shoe’s overall ability to control the motion of the foot.

What is TCI?

Torsion Control Index (TCI) is a measurement of midfoot shoe stability, in inch-pound units (in.-lbs.). TCI is measured through actively twisting a shoe around the longitudinal axis of the shoe, from the heel to the area of the toes joints, simulating rotational forces of the foot, and measuring the shoe’s resistance to this motion.

The higher the TCI, the firmer the midfoot and more torsional stability. The lower the TCI, the softer the midfoot and less torsional stability.

What is VCI?

Vertical Compression Index (VCI) is a measurement of hindfoot shoe stability, in millimeters (mm). VCI is measured through compression of the heel portion of the shoe under a fixed amount of pressure, thereby measuring how the structure of the shoe controls rearfoot motion.

The higher the VCI, the softer the midsole and less hindfoot stability. The lower the VCI, the firmer the midsole and more hindfoot stability.

What is Loaded Heel to Toe Drop?

Loaded Heel to Toe Drop is the measurement in millimeters of the height of the heel relative to the fore foot when compressed to a fixed poundage. This can be defined as vertical support.

What is RI?

Rebound Index (RI) is an indicator of energy return of shoe to the foot, in millimeters (mm). RI is measured through compression of the heel portion of the shoe under a fixed amount of pressure, and then determining how much force the shoe exerts on the foot.

Level 1 – High Stability/Motion Control

Addiction 13

Brooks / / 10.1
Overall Stability SSI: 87.1 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 68 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 3.73 mm (Max)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 8.27 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Firm
RI Index (Energy Return): 12.51 mm (Low)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

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Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Mutant

LA Sportiva / / 9.4
Overall Stability SSI: 84.3 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 58 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 3.15 mm (Max)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 6.85 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Firm
RI Index (Energy Return): 12.42 mm (Low)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Ariel 18

Brooks / / 9.8
Overall Stability SSI: 82.8 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 70 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 4.58 mm (Mod)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 7.42 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Mod
RI Index (Energy Return): 14.12 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

1340 v3

New Balance / / 11.8
Overall Stability SSI: 79.1 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 73 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.43 mm (Mod)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 6.57 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Mod
RI Index (Energy Return): 14.28 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

1540 v2

New Balance / / 11.6
Overall Stability SSI: 78.8 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 62 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 4.38 mm (Max)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 5.62 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Firm
RI Index (Energy Return): 14.07 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

XA Pro 3D

Salomon / / 11.7
Overall Stability SSI: 77.7 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 58 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 4.14 mm (Max)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 6.86 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Firm
RI Index (Energy Return): 13.01 mm (Low)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

990 v5

New Balance / / 12.2
Overall Stability SSI: 76.5 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 56 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 4.13 mm (Max)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 7.87 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Firm
RI Index (Energy Return): 14.24 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

940 v3

New Balance / / 10.5
Overall Stability SSI: 72.5 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 66 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.72 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 4.28 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 12.75 mm (Low)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Akyra

LA Sportiva / / 10.6
Overall Stability SSI: 70.8 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 65 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.88 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 3.12 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 14.42 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Excursion 12 GTX

Saucony / / 9.9
Overall Stability SSI: 70.5 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 57 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.13 mm (Mod)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 2.87 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Mod
RI Index (Energy Return): 15.49 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Strata 3

361 Degrees / / 9.4
Overall Stability SSI: 67.9 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 54 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.21 mm (Mod)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 2.79 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Mod
RI Index (Energy Return): 18.32 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

GT 4000

Asics / / 8.2
Overall Stability SSI: 67.1 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 59 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.84 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 4.16 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 16.56 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

X-Mission 3

Salomon / / 8.6
Overall Stability SSI: 67.1 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 52 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.14 mm (Mod)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 4.86 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Mod
RI Index (Energy Return): 13.51 mm (Low)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

GT 2000 7

Asics / / 8.3
Overall Stability SSI: 63.9 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 52 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.62 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 4.38 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 18.72 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Redeemer ISO 2

Saucony / / 9.4
Overall Stability SSI: 62.1 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 63 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.99 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 1.01 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 13.06 mm (Low)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Omni ISO

Saucony / / 9.5
Overall Stability SSI: 62 (High Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 50 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.7 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 2.3 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 14.63 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet
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Level 2 – Moderate stability

Dyad 10

Brooks / / 8.6
Overall Stability SSI: 61.1 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 50 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.84 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 4.16 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 16.87 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

SpeedCross 4

Salomon / / 9.1
Overall Stability SSI: 60.8 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 48 in.-lbs (Mod)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.68 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 4.32 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 12.21 mm (Low)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Sensation 3

361 Degrees / / 8
Overall Stability SSI: 60.7 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 46 in.-lbs (Mod)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.5 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 3.5 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 19 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Cloud X

On / / 6.5
Overall Stability SSI: 56.4 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 35 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.04 mm (Mod)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 0.96 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Mod
RI Index (Energy Return): 21.38 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Arahi 3

Hoka One One / / 7.9
Overall Stability SSI: 55.7 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 48 in.-lbs (Mod)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.44 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): -1.44 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 15.12 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

GT 1000 8

Asics / / 8.5
Overall Stability SSI: 54.6 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 50 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.81 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 1.19 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 19.02 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Gel Kayano 26

Asics / / 8.9
Overall Stability SSI: 54.3 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 55 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 7.36 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 5.64 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 15.16 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Gel Nimbus 21

Asics / / 9.3
Overall Stability SSI: 54.2 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 50 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.87 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 6.13 mm (Max)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 14.23 mm (Medium)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Gel Cumulus 20

Asics / / 7.6
Overall Stability SSI: 53.3 (Moderate Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 47 in.-lbs (Mod)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.7 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 3.3 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 18.39 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet
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Level 3 – Light Stability

860 v9

New Balance / / 9.3
Overall Stability SSI: 51.1 (Minimum Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 42 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.54 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 3.46 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 16.01 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Duo

Altra / / 6.6
Overall Stability SSI: 50.8 (Minimum Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 44 in.-lbs (Mod)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.78 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): -6.78 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 15.89 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Guide ISO 2

Saucony / / 8.6
Overall Stability SSI: 48.2 (Minimum Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 38 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.57 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 1.43 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 15.56 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Peregrine ISO

Saucony / / 8.6
Overall Stability SSI: 46.6 (Minimum Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 26 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 5.61 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): -1.61 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 17.14 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Wave Inspire 15

Mizuno / / 7.9
Overall Stability SSI: 43.7 (Minimum Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 40 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 7.45 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 2.55 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 17.3 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Air Zoom Pegasus 35

Nike / / 7.4
Overall Stability SSI: 43.3 (Minimum Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 39 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 7.4 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 2.6 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 19.5 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Adrenaline GTS 19

Brooks / / 8.9
Overall Stability SSI: 42.2 (Minimum Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 38 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 7.47 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 4.53 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 16.17 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet
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Level 4 – Neutral

Hurricane ISO 5

Saucony / / 9.6
Overall Stability SSI: 41.6 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 34 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 7.16 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 0.84 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 13.64 mm (Low)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Wave Horizon 3

Mizuno / / 8.9
Overall Stability SSI: 39.5 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 42 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 8.28 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 1.32 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 15.51 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Ghost 11

Brooks / / 8
Overall Stability SSI: 38.6 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 34 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 7.61 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 4.39 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 18.35 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Escalante 1.5

Altra / / 6.4
Overall Stability SSI: 37.1 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 24 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 6.84 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): -6.84 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 25.26 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Wave Rider 22

Mizuno / / 7.6
Overall Stability SSI: 35.1 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 38 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 8.53 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 3.47 mm (Mod)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 17.74 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

UltraBoost 19

Adidas / / 9.5
Overall Stability SSI: 32.5 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 29 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 8.03 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 1.97 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 19.27 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Epic React Flyknit 2

Nike / / 6.5
Overall Stability SSI: 31.5 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 29 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 8.17 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 0.83 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 18.29 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Glycerin 17

Brooks / / 8.5
Overall Stability SSI: 28.5 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 32 in.-lbs (Min)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 8.93 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): 1.07 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): 18.42 mm (High)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet

Bondi 6

Hoka One One / / 8.6
Overall Stability SSI: 26.7 (Neutral Stability)
Midfoot Stability TCI: 50 in.-lbs (High)
Hindfoot Stability VCI: 11 mm (Min)
Loaded HTD (Vert Support): -7 mm (Min)
Cushioning: Soft
RI Index (Energy Return): N/A mm (N/A)

Injuries View Injury Profiler

Achilles Tendonitis Anterior Shin Splints Hallux Valgus (Bunion) Ilio-Tibial Band Syndrome Lateral Ankle Sprain Medial Shin Splints Neuroma Patello-Femoral (Runner's Knee) Plantar Fasciitis Posterior Tibial Tendonitis

Foot Pattern

Supination Neutral Pronation Mild Pronation Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation Flat Feet
foot_mild
Supination Neutral Mild/Moderate Pronation Severe Pronation / Flat Foot
Characterized by a high arch that remains rigid through the gait cycle Characterized by a moderate arch height with a minimal degree of motion through the gait cycle Indicated by a mild to moderate amount of inward rotation of the midfoot (or "collapsing" of the medial arch) when weight-bearing Indicated by a high degree of inward rotation of the midfoot (or "collapsing" of the medial arch) when weight-bearing, to where the foot appears flat.

Determining Foot Pattern

Compare your feet and water footprints to the images seen above. All pictures were taken in a weight bearing position (standing). Once again, these images should only be used as a casual guide until you can be evaluated properly.

The most accurate way to determine your foot pattern is to have a professional observe you walking barefoot. A doctor, physical therapist or a specialty running store should be able to do this for you. Although not perfect, the “water” test can also give you some idea of your foot type. This entails getting your feet wet, walking on dry cement, and observing the prints left behind (see images above).

Please remember that foot patterns are defined by the motion of the foot (or lack thereof) through the gait cycle, and not solely the height of the arch. Although the type of heel strike can often be determined by the wear of a shoe, shoe wear does not always indicate the actual foot pattern (which occurs in the mid-stance of the gait cycle, after heel strike).


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