I have to say, I'm impressed with these. I'm not a fan of flip-flops, and I just had bilateral tarsal tunnel surgery, so shoes are a sensitive subject right now. I'm pretty sure my podiatrist is not going to be impressed with these, as there really isn't an arch support. However, the shoes are soft and squishy, and the straps don't bother the areas where I had my incisions. They are very comfortable, and since I still have residual swelling at my ankle, it's nice to have straps that don't cut into my skin. These seem to be made pretty well, and they don't bother my toes or slide around, so I am very happy with my purchase.