OrthoComfootMen's Orthopedic Diabetic Wide Walking Shoes: Comfortable Casual Arch Support Plantar Fasciitis Fashion Sneakers, Work Tennis Orthotic High Arch Swollen Feet Shoes for Foot Heel Pain

We all wear shoes, and we all buy shoes. I wondered what “experts” say about how to choose shoes. I searched online and found the following:“When choosing shoes, you can consider things like Fit, Comfort, Toe Box, Heel, Material, Tread, and a few other things like shape, midsole, length, and swelling.”I guess my “does it feel good” makes sense, but I can see how all of those factors are what constitute if it “feels good”, or “hurts to much to ever even try again”.These shoes are among the most comfortable I’ve worn – Period! They feel great. Kind of like walking on a cloud, though, I have never walked on a cloud, so bear that in mind.The fit is great. (I wear a size 10 normally, and I ordered a size 10 in these.) Not too tight, not too loose. There is enough room to “wiggle” my toes. There is no movement of my foot when walking uphill or downhill, or up or down stairs. That is a guaranteed “Star” in the review.The toe box is roomy, and the included sole pads help to find the perfect “bounce” with walking while not being too snug or too loose. I remember as a child I was told to not worry if the shoe didn’t feel great the second you put it on. Anyone who tells you that is totally wrong. The shoe MUST feel great the second you put it on. There should not be a “break in period” in which you HOPE it gets comfortable. These shoes are comfortable instantly when you put them on. Another “star” for the review.The heel is nicely padded, and is snug. My foot does not slide forward or backward, and I do not feel the “rubbing” that used to lead to blisters. For me, the shoe hits the heel of my foot perfectly…not too low, not too high. The ad describes the shoes as being good for planar fasciitis. I don’t have that but I can see how the heel padding would be nice if your heels hurt when you walked. Three stars.The material is luxurious. There is leather at the base, and a soft, strong fabric that circles the top of your foot. It feels good on the inside, and it feels rich and tactilely pleasant on the outside when you put them on. They are described as light, but I think they are heavier than “light” running shoes. They do not feel like you are wearing ankle weights, but they are more “significant” than traditional running shoes. That said, they are not running shoes, and built more in a “tennis” or “pickleball” lateral movement build. This makes them better for walking or any type of activity that would involve turning, moving side to side, or back and forth. I feel they will last a long time, and not split at the seam joining the top and the sole. Four stars.The tread is aggressive, and I can’t imagine sliding unless I was walking on Teflon. It is also pretty thick and I would call it “soft rubber” but they probably call it EVA or something. It definitely holds on asphalt and concrete. I would discourage walking on Teflon.The shoes come with several layers of absorbing foam and some plastic frames for those with foot issues that I don’t experience…swelling, edema, spurs, flat feet, bunions, and the like. I think anyone and everyone could find some combination with the pads and frame to make a very comfortable fit. The flexibility gives the review the 5th star.I really like these shoes. They fit well. They feel good. They seem to be very well built, and I expect they will last for many years. I use them and I recommend them.

I don't have any orthopedic problems or diabetes so I can't comment much on those aspects of the shoes. They include several different spacers, and arch adjusters that go inside the shoe to fine tune the fit and support. For instance if the shoe is slightly loose even when laced tightly, you can use one of the insoles they include to make the fit a little tighter. If you are over/under pronating your ankle, the arch support might help etc.I just put the shoes on with nothing inserted, and oh my gosh are they comfortable. I mean I thought my new balance were comfy, but these are like walking on clouds comfortable. They are also relatively tall shoes. If you're on the shorter side and need to add an inch or two to your height, look no further. I definitely feel taller with them on, but I don't feel like I'm walking on stilts.I found the overall foot geometry to be solid and when you plant your foot it doesn't want to roll on the ankle, or slip. My intended use is for a nice walking shoe. I've recently started taking my fitness more seriously and my daily driver shoes are not very comfortable on a walk, and they fit too loosely even when laced up tight. So I'm very glad these shoes fit so well and are so comfortable.Every step feels like you are being propelled forward by springs. They definitely have some kind of air cushioning going on in the sole. It's like putting on a new pair of Nike Air, except with a much thicker insole and they are actually comfortable.Another surprise is how light they are. It makes walking and even sitting, a joy and I feel light on my feet in them. As you step, the insole kind of massages your foot and I can feel the blood moving around and circulating in my foot. It feels good and maybe it will help provide better blood circulation in my limbs.I don't know what I expected from a shoe brand I've never heard of, and I won't know how well built they are until I've put a few months of wear and tear on them, but these shoes are amazing. Worth every penny.

I am not a diabetic, but I have inherited moderate peripheral neuropathy in my feet and legs. I also have high arches with prominent metatarsal "balls" in my forefoot and am 60 years old. These shoes looked like they might be more comfortable than my standard New Balance trail running shoes I wear all the time.They are more comfortable, with a very cushy feel. The wide, blunt front is a better fit for my foot and my toes don't feel compressed.As for looks, they look better and more "normal" than most orthopedic shoes, but they still aren't pretty. They still look like orthopedic shoes. To dispel any doubt, they have an "OrthoComfoot" logo on the side, so you can't tell someone they're funky new Birkenstocks or other European type of shoe.I haven't decided yet if I'm going to officially join the "old and uncool" cohort and start wearing these shoes regularly. What's next, Velcro laces?