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Aetrex is the global leader in foot scanning technology and orthotics. The company also has a fast-growing comfort and wellness footwear line. Albert, the brand’s revolutionary 3D foot scanner, offers the most comprehensive, personalized foot scanning technology to date. The system uses computer vision, sensor, AI, and machine learning technologies to provide users with the most data about their feet (size, length, width, height, pressure, arch type and much more), in under one minute. Aetrex’s biggest advances to date include key technology integrations with the Albert Operating System such as computer vision technology allowing for 3D foot views; machine learning to improve accuracy and determine industry fit; and 3D printing to produce a truly custom orthotic. As leaders in the foot health and wellness space, Aetrex also owns and operates foot.com, recognized as the #1 Foot Health Site on the internet.

Aetrex is the global leader in foot scanning technology and orthotics. The company also has a fast-growing comfort and wellness footwear line. Albert, the brand’s revolutionary 3D foot scanner, offers the most comprehensive, personalized foot scanning technology to date. The system uses computer vision, sensor, AI, and machine learning technologies to provide users with the most data about their feet (size, length, width, height, pressure, arch type and much more), in under one minute. Aetrex’s biggest advances to date include key technology integrations with the Albert Operating System such as computer vision technology allowing for 3D foot views; machine learning to improve accuracy and determine industry fit; and 3D printing to produce a truly custom orthotic. As leaders in the foot health and wellness space, Aetrex also owns and operates foot.com, recognized as the #1 Foot Health Site on the internet.

With a mission to create the healthiest shoes you’ll ever wear, the Aetrex Footwear line provides the highest design standards, carefully considered details, and the finest possible materials for unmatched customization and adjustability. All styles incorporate advances comfort technologies while providing support, alignment and fashion forward styling.

Aetrex was originally founded in 1946 by Paul and Charles Schwartz under the name Apex as an arch support and orthotics company. The brand has remained privately owned by the Schwartz family for three generations. Throughout its 70-year history, Aetrex has remained dedicated to advancements in foot health and comfort. This objective is driven by the company’s unwavering goal to keep people feeling great on their feet.

Aetrex is distributed globally with offices just outside New York City, in Teaneck, New Jersey, and facilities outside Nes Ziona, Israel and Dong Guan, China.  In 2018, Primer Group of Companies acquired the distribution rights of Aetrex in the Philippines and other South-East Asian countries such as Malaysia and Singapore. Primer, being a seasoned company in the footwear industry, has Aetrex as their first brand with orthotics and foot health - a brand with an accompanying technology.

Aetrex Healthy Ingredients

Proudly features:

• Orthotic footbeds for support, balance and alignment
• Memory foam cushioning for ultimate comfort
• Anti-microbial technology to keep your feet healthy and clean

• Alignment
• Arch Support
• Pain Relief

The Aetrex Advantage

Strategically Placed Arch Support

Supporting the arch in the proper place is crucial. Looking at your bare feet, the apex of the arch appears to be in the middle of the foot. An X-ray can confirm the apex is actually further back. The contour, position and height of Aetrex’s unique arch support aligns in the proper place to help support our bodies from the ground up. Our arch placement is proven to help relieve plantar fasciitis and common heel/arch pain. In additional, it helps to support natural alignment, relieving strain on your knees hips and back.

Superior Cushioning

Cushioning is key to relieving high pressure areas when you stand and walk. Enjoy the pain relief and feel like you're walking on clouds with each and every step.

Anti Microbial

Aetrex shoes and orthotics are antimicrobial treated to fight every day odors.