I was recently diagnosed with plantar fasciitis and a heel bone spur.  It all started when a co-worker urged me to buy the FitFlop slippers.  It wasn't long before I couldn't wait to get home and get out of my shoes and into my slippers.  Well, one pair of clogs, one pair of sandals and now one pair of tennis shoes, I am sold.  These have completely alleviated my foot pain.  I am waiting for a pair of custom orthotics from the podiatrist.  Given how pleased I am with the FitFlop line I don't know if I will actually wear the orthotics that much.  So, if you have foot pain give these shoes a try, they provide excellent arch support but lots of cushion in the heel.