Hi guys, my pain specialist had extensive training in podiatry, and said I need arch support, metatarsal bar and a deep heelcup, so today I took the request to my Podiatrist and she saw my MRI spine results and my feet X-Ray results and said normally with the back problems I have she would make a soft orthotic sole but after realising my feet problems, she said she had no choice but to make an orthotic that had full support around the whole foot, sturdy, with a deep heel cup and then the arch bar of course, she said I would need reevaluating every 12 mths due to my feet problems, she said they will not stay the same for long, I was pleased with the consult, she said I could buy a pair of Brooks trainers as they usually accommodate most of her clients orthoses, but I told her as I have to wear them all day and everywhere, I did not really want a trainer, so she recommended Dr somebody shoes, I don't think it was scholl? Anyway I tried the shoe on only and it felt like cotton wool, bliss!!!!! So in 3 weeks after Liams hospital trip, she said she will have them ready for me and wait for it - 0 for the orthotics and 7 for the shoes, still I don't mind as I definitely need something decent on my feet, I hope they do the trick!!!!! Janie.My back issues were definitely better after I had custom orthotics made. They're expensive, but worth it. You also have to remember not to walk barefoot. It's best