A superb shoe for edema as it molds to the foot. Strong enough for the street..... comfortable as slippers. The whole front of the shoe lifts and opens. With the foot in place you close the front by shaping it to the foot. The front fastens with a special velcro like material. The back of the shoe zips open. Soles are molded synthetic elastomer that are flexible, long lasting and non skid. Machine washable. Available in black and whole sizes only. A unisex product.