I had a neroma and my pediatrist recommended that I get Birks for the summer time in lieu of flip flops. These were the closest style I could find to my standard flipflop and they are WONDERFUL. Yes, as other said the strap is tight across the foot for a day or two. They however quickly stretch out and turn into the most comfortable shoe you will ever wear! It is now cold and I missing them so much!!! Plus the nerve problem in my foot has returned since they got traded in for winter shoes and inserts. I will be ordering them in brown too for the summer! I HIGHLY recommend these!!!