Pedag Quality
The pedag® Difference: Quality, Expertise, and Natural Materials
Built on Orthopedic Science
pedag® foot care products aren't created in isolation—they're developed through close collaboration with orthopedists and orthopedic technicians who understand exactly what feet need. This partnership between craftspeople and medical experts ensures every insole, insert, and care product is grounded in advanced orthopedic knowledge and real-world clinical experience.
Made in Germany—A Standard of Excellence
pedag® products are primarily manufactured in Germany, where we maintain exacting standards at every stage of production. Our quality comes from three pillars:
Carefully Selected Raw Materials – We choose only prime-quality materials that meet our rigorous standards
High Productivity Standards – Advanced manufacturing processes ensure consistency and reliability
Demanding Quality Control – Every product undergoes thorough inspection before reaching your feet
The Natural Materials Difference
We're known throughout the industry for our commitment to natural raw materials—genuine leather, cork, lambskin, latex, sisal, bamboo, and more. Why? Because natural materials create ideal shoe climate, allow feet to breathe, and promote genuine well-being. Synthetic shortcuts might be cheaper, but they can't replicate the comfort and foot health benefits of quality natural materials.
Experience it yourself—try our insoles and feel the pedag® difference.
Expert Collaboration: Dr. Finkelstein and Beyond
To develop the best products for our customers, we work closely with leading experts in orthopedics. Among them is Dr. Matthias Finkelstein, a Berlin-based orthopedist specializing in Orthopedics and Traumatology. Dr. Finkelstein's clinical expertise and patient-focused approach have been instrumental in making pedag® orthotic insoles among the best in the world.
Dr. Finkelstein isn't alone—hundreds of podiatrists worldwide recommend pedag® products to solve foot-related problems for their patients. This professional trust is earned through proven results, anatomically correct design, and consistent quality.
Certified Quality Management
pedag® International maintains a certified Quality Management System according to DIN EN ISO 13485.
This internationally recognized medical device quality standard ensures our processes, materials, and products meet the highest requirements for safety, efficacy, and consistency.
APMA Seal of Acceptance
Many pedag® products have earned the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) Seal of Acceptance for promoting foot health.
What the APMA Seal Means
The APMA Seal of Acceptance is awarded only to products that have been reviewed by a committee of APMA podiatrists and found to promote good foot health. The review process examines:
- Product safety and effectiveness
- Quality control standards
- Supporting clinical data
- Impact on foot health and comfort
Why It Matters
The APMA Seal serves two important purposes:
Informed Decisions – Helps podiatric physicians, their patients, and the general public make the best possible choices for foot health
Quality Recognition – Identifies products of exceptional quality manufactured with consumer comfort and safety as top priorities
Because podiatrists (doctors of podiatric medicine) provide the majority of foot care services in the nation, the APMA's endorsement represents the gold standard in professional validation.
Sustainable Shoe Care
Our commitment to natural materials extends to our complete shoe care line. We carefully select environmentally friendly ingredients like:
- Lanolin – Natural wool wax that conditions and protects
- Carnauba Wax – Plant-based protection with proven benefits
- Beeswax – Traditional, effective, sustainable
These materials have been trusted in shoe care for generations—not because they're traditional, but because they work.
Environmental Leadership
Sustainability and environmental protection are core values at pedag®. We don't just talk about it—we innovate:
- Developed the first eco-friendly PFAS-free waterproofer
- Prioritize water-based, solvent-free formulations
- Eliminate harmful chemicals without sacrificing performance
Climate Membrane Compatible
All pedag® shoe care products and insoles are designed to work harmoniously with climate membranes like Gore-Tex®.
We don't block breathability—we enhance it.
Our products cooperate with fabric membranes to maintain a healthy environment inside shoes and boots. Natural materials allow air permeability to function as designed, so your feet stay dry, comfortable, and protected in any condition.
The pedag® Promise
For generations, pedag® has stood for:
✓ Orthopedic expertise – products designed with medical professionals
✓ German quality – precise manufacturing and rigorous standards
✓ Natural materials – breathable, sustainable, effective
✓ Certified systems – ISO 13485 quality management
✓ Professional trust – recommended by podiatrists worldwide
✓ Environmental responsibility – PFAS-free, water-based formulations
✓ Proven performance – APMA Seal of Acceptance
This is what quality means at pedag®—and what your feet deserve.