These are the best shoes for people who suffer from plantar fascitis. Excuse my spelling. They take a little getting used to with such a high arch built in but they are so comfortable that I love them. This is my second pair; the rubber in the front of the sole is much thinner and wears down to the point of being a trip hazard. The band over the top is a little wide for me even in the womens size and the unisex ones are even wider so be careful with your choices. they come in thong style too but I can't stand that kind myself.