For many years, I have avoided being on my feet due to neuropathy and nerve pain. For years I have worn only Sketchers to help with my pain. But they are not as comfortable as new Balance. New Balance provides more support and fit my feet better. (My feet are two different sizes—a 4.5 and a 5.5–B width but with very narrow ankles. I usually settle for a size 5.5 B—but my shoes never fit the smaller foot.) This is my second pair of New Balance, and I am not even noticing the significance difference in the size of my feet. Sketchers are okay, but New Balance fit me better and are more comfortable.