COMPANY INTRODUCTION --------------------- 'MBT (Masai Barefoot Technology) was born in 1996 when we discovered that natural instability can have positive effects on the human body. We made this discovery by observing the wonderfully agile Masai people walking barefoot on natural, uneven ground. Seeing these people in action made us realize that the human body is simply not designed to walk or stand on the hard, flat surfaces of modern society. So we set out to develop a new kind of footwear, one that would mimic walking on soft, uneven ground. The results have been dramatic and revolutionary. MBTs are now sold in more than 55 countries around the world and ...  Read the complete review

I damaged a disc in my lower spine a number of years ago training for a body building competition - a few years ago I used to have a job where I was on my feet - standing - for the entire 6 or 13 hour shift! My partner bought me these shoes and told me that they would help to take the pressure off of my back! I have to admit, I laugh until I cried when I saw them! I was horrified at the look of them and he expected me to wear them! The moment I put them on and started to walk around in them I was TOTALLY amazed at how comfortable they were. I spent most of the evening getting used to them and following the instruction in the accompanying booklet. I can ...  Read the complete review