I have an abnormally high arch and have been diagnosed with planter fasciitis so I tried on dozen of shoes and didn't find relief until I bought these sandals. With my feet I enjoy the soft landing on the heel pad , the arch support is there but not too much. The flexibility of the sandal when I walk feel like its stretches my foot which is what I need to help my planter fasciitis. Oh and is super cute will be buying more!