I am on my feet continually at my job, sometimes for up to 12 hours at a time.  These shoes are the BEST, bar none.  And I have tried others that supposedly were to help alleviate lower back pain, leg stress, etc.  THESE ARE WONDERFUL!!  Of course, because I am on my feet for so long I am prudent and wear them with moderate compression knee socks.  But on my days off I've worn them with regular socks and they are still comfortable, skid-proof (I am extremely clumsy & have a problem with falls) and very easy off-and-on with a shoe horn.  Will definitely buy again when current pair wears out