Orthaheel Tide SKU: #7784861

Anonymous

from Birmingham, Al

Got these in black. Expensive for a flip-flop, but well-made and very supportive (and cheaper than chiropractic). Shiny black makes it a little dressier than normal flip flops. Took about a week to break in the uppers. Bottoms are very supportive & I am already feel my feet, knees and back realigning (I got plantar fasciitis after being pregnant). I normally wear a 7.5 and got these in an 8, so I'd say order up if you're a half size.

Brands I'd also recommend: Bjorn, Clarks, Josef Siebel

Carolyn R

from Mountain Home, Arkansas

Love this sandal. It's the first sandal having an orthotic shoe bed that really works and supports my arches. Couldn't be more pleased.

ELIZABETH B

from NYC

Finally, a sandal with serious arch support. I wore Mephisto Helens faithfully until they lowered the arch support, and Birkenstocks, while cute, just cause flareups of my plantar fasciitis. Finally, a true orthotic sandal in a flip-flop! I'm so glad Zappos is carrying these. I have a medium-high arch and high instep, and wearing these is such a pleasure. I've found that I need firm arch support to have any chance of beating plantar fasciitis pain, but I still want cute shoes! These are perfect for summer and provide excellent support for hitting the NYC sidewalks. Plus, the patent leather strip is cute, and the soles are very grippy. I am getting these in several colors. I also wear them around the house to keep my feet supported. Thanks again for carrying these Zappos - you have my business as usual!

Brands I'd also recommend: Superfeet, Aerosoles, Halflinger, Merrell

Anonymous

from pleasantville, new york

Orthaheel makes my feet feel supported better than any other footwear! With this order I will have 5 pairs in 5 colors. They are my slippers and everyday summer footwear. Having experienced strained arches and heel pain I can honestly recommend them.

Anonymous

Definitely seems larger than marked - one full size. This is not a great shoe, but at least it is one of the only flip flops that is actually designed with some support. Could be cuter, but they are heading in the right direction.

Janet

from Glendale, AZ

The arch support is very firm. I thought I might even get some slight bruising on one arch. The clincher that made me return the shoes, though, is that the band scratched against the top of my big toe. The material is very stiff. I am going to try another pair of Orthaheels, probably the Allegre in both 10 and 11. I hope one of them works. Thanks Zappos, for making shoe shopping a pleasure.

Brands I'd also recommend: Clarks

Anonymous

These flip-flops are the best you will find for plantar fasciitis. I even have wide feet, but these worked for me and allowed my plantar fasciitis to heal. I wish Orthaheel would make cute mules or loafers! I wouldn't have to live in these flip-flops!

Anonymous

from Southern Mo.

My foot is healing from a plantar muscle tear. This shoe was too heavy for me and caused pain in my arch. Will try another lighter weight style. Love Zappos service.

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Becky

from Oaktown, CA

Love the arch support but it was not a full size larger than marked - more like a half size. I'm an 8 1/2; the 8s were too small. I fear if I order the 9s they will be too big.

Anonymous

from Indianapolis

I was really hoping to be able to wear a flip-flop again, but yoweee zowee were these shoes uncomfortable! It felt like there was a basketball underneath the arch. I have low arches, and do need arch support, but the support here is very, very high. The colors, though, were nice - the pewter and yellow really would have worked this summer. Sadly, they had to go back. I do appreciate the free return policy!

Lori B

from Salinas CA

Wow! I ordered my Orthaheel Tide flip flop late morning one day and they were here the next morning. I did not order one day service either. I will use Zappos again in the future. My daughter recommended them to me and just loves to shop from Zappos. (I sound like an infomercial!) Oh, by the way, my Orthoheels are great! I still suffer from plantar fasciitis but these help tremendously. Expensive but worth it!

Beverly G

from Sarasota, Florida

My third pair of Orthaheel because they are so comfortable. This is a really pretty brown, too, that goes with everything.

Brands I'd also recommend: Josef Seibel

Slimshades26

from Austin, TX

I usually wear a 7.5 and and the 7 fits me great. Someone else said opposite so it obviously depends on what "side" of 7.5 you're on. Shoe is comfy and feels form fit. I don't have to hang on to the shoe when walking to keep in on my feet. Can take the stairs pretty quick in them. Arch support is prominent and firm. I love this because it feels like my orthotic inserts. I have the pewter/metallic color and really like the look of that. They'll go with everything without looking to casual or dressy. They're still flips of course but these days you can wear them any place. I plan to get another pair in a different color.

Brands I'd also recommend: Ecco

Diane s

from pittsburgh

Just started suffering from Plantar Fascia, and these shoes are great for relieving the pain. I just wish the weather would warm up so I can wear outside also!

Anonymous

Great shoes. Very comfortable with more support than the average flip-flop. Perfect if you need more arch support and heel cushioning/stabilization than the average flip-flop. Not to clunky or orthopedic looking either! The patent leather part is pretty subtle and still very casual.

Judy J

from Florida

I never had foot problems until recently when I developed what I think is plantar fasciitis. Years of hospital shift work/standing (not to mention some extra pounds) are probably to blame. I have tried many shoes and sandals to minimize stress on the plantar fascia so it can hopefully heal...and these are the best so far. This is surprising to me because it's a flip flop, and who would think a flip flop could be more supportive than a shoe. If you are not having any foot problems, the high firm arch might be annoying. It kind of makes your weight shift to the outside of your foot, but in a supportive way, not an ankle twisting way. I am glad I found these! I got them in black, and will be ordering another color soon. By the way, they don't look like orthopedic/orthotic/old person shoes. They look like normal cute flip flops. I have a small 6 foot, and the size 6 fits fine.

Karen S

from Kilauea, Hawaii

I had such high hopes but they squeak with every step. I can't take the chance that it will ever stop. I am returning them, sadly.

Susan

from Atlanta Georgia

This flipflop was very painful within seconds. I am a seasoned flip flop wearer but the piece between the toe drew blood. I do not know how comfy the sole was because within 5 minutes the toe strap peeled my skin, also not too cute or a bit mannish. Dr. Weil endorses these...shock.