I have had recent back surgery and can no longer keep on a shoe that is backless. I love this shoe, I love the height of the heel, very practical and comfortable. However, I have a very high arch and find the shoe slightly tight across the top of my foot. I am trying to stretch this out after I take the foot out. I hope I am successful. It is a great design. The shoe is not really &#34;somewhat small&#34;, as above; it is slightly tight in my case.