I suffered with plantar fascitis for over a year. These shoes are very cushioned. I also have slightly wide feet, so I ordered a wide width and they are perfect. I am still nervous about my arches so I still use a Dr. Scholls insert in them, but I don't really need to. The only thing I would change is the large blue trim around the back. It is a bigger swath of navy than I'd like (I think the photo was a bit misleading), and I think it makes them look a little bit masculine. But I am usually wearing long pants with them, so it's not much of an issue.