I have tried everything for my planter fasciitis, compression socks, gel heels, shoe inserts, arch supports, ice, etc. There were days I thought could barely make it through work and I have an office job. I bought these on recommendation as a Hail Mary pass for my trip to Mardi Gras. After testing them at work for 4 days, I was ready for my trip. We put in over 30 miles walking around the French Quarter in 6 days. I did get a blister right where the band goes across the top of my right foot. That is why I rated them a 4 instead of a 5. But the fact that I could keep up with my group made that less annoying. I will definitely look into more Vionics.