So I bought these for my husband who had a bout of gout. Most of the orthopedic shoes look like orthopedic shoes I mean, really, who wants to wear ugly shoes. However, these do not look like orthopedic shoes which he appreciated. He said they were very comfortable and really happy to have them. Most of all, they truly helped to reduce the pain when he walked. Now, he wears them often, even when he doesn't have foot pain. So, am so happy that we spent the money as it was well worth the cost.