I have had New Balance shoes in the past to wear with !/2 inserts for arch support and my nemisis Plantar Fasciitus which was discovered when my back and feet gave me trouble while attending conventions of various types for years. I am retired now and this shoe made on shoe "last" number "2" by the New Balance folks has made walking for me any distance a pleasure once again. I have read the reviews by other people and the few negative posts appear to have been written by people who may have other health issues and I chose to ignore them.
A little pricey for a fixed income but nothing compared to doctor bills.