i purchased this shoe to help eliminate back and heel pain from standing long hours on concrete floors. so far, they seem to help a great deal. i've had a job for quite a few years where i drove trucks for hours on end. i have changed my profession, and was greatly affected by the change of posture and standing all day. these shoes are very much a relief to my situation, and i have always been pleased with wolverine work boots. so, i now can say i am very pleased with their shoes as well.  james t