New Balance
New Balance 928v3 Lace-Up Walking Shoe
APMA Seal of Acceptance
This shoe carries the APMA Seal of Acceptance. Verify current status directly at the APMA seal database.
Check current status on APMA.orgCushioning
high
Support
motion_control
Heel Drop
12mm
Widths
2E, 4E, D, B
Clinical Score
A composite score built from condition match, construction integrity, APMA verification, and fit range for Posterior Tibial Tendinitis.
Excellent Clinical Fit
Static score, not personalized. Take the Shoe Finder quiz for a recommendation matched to your specific answers.
Get My Personalized MatchWhy the New Balance 928v3 Lace-Up Walking Shoe Works
ROLLBAR motion control technology and Clinical-Grade Support: The signature ROLLBAR® motion control system minimizes rear-foot movement, keeping your stride aligned and reducing stress on the plantar fascia.
Reduces morning heel pain and keeps you moving comfortably all day, whether you're on your feet for work or walking for fitness.
Maximum Shock Absorption: Engineered with ABZORB® cushioning in the midfoot to absorb harsh impacts, protecting your heels from painful concrete and hard floors.
Wide toe box for bunions and deformities
Available in multiple widths including 4E
Orthotic-Friendly Design: Comes with a plush, removable footbed, making it incredibly easy to swap in your own custom medical inserts.
APMA Seal of Acceptance - New Balance verified APMA partner - New Balance 928v3 - specific PID not listed in APMA Seal Database May 2026
All-Day Comfort: Designed with a roomy toe box and premium leather, this shoe is built for those who refuse to let foot pain keep them off their feet.
Conditions This Shoe Helps
Expert-matched for 12 foot conditions.
Hammertoes
high matchRoomy toe area in extra-wide widths prevents hammertoe irritation during walking.
Learn about HammertoesBlisters
medium matchWell-constructed walking shoe with smooth interior reduces friction during extended wear.
Learn about BlistersFoot Osteoarthritis
high matchROLLBAR stability and ABZORB cushioning provide clinical-grade joint support for arthritic feet.
Learn about Foot OsteoarthritisExtensor Tendinitis
high matchExtra depth design and wide toe box reduce dorsal pressure significantly. ROLLBAR and ABZORB cushioning reduce overall foot loading that stresses the extensor tendons.
Learn about Extensor TendinitisPlantar Fasciitis
high matchUpdated ROLLBAR motion control and ABZORB cushioning provide maximum stability and impact protection for severe overpronators with chronic plantar fasciitis.
Learn about Plantar FasciitisFlat Feet
high matchUpdated ROLLBAR motion control prevents arch collapse and controls severe overpronation in flat-footed walkers requiring maximum structural support.
Learn about Flat FeetDiabetic Neuropathy
high matchWide toe box and orthotic-ready depth accommodate diabetic foot swelling and deformities while ROLLBAR stability protects neuropathic feet during walking.
Learn about Diabetic NeuropathyBunions
high matchUpdated wide toe box and extra-wide options eliminate bunion joint pressure while ROLLBAR stability controls the overpronation that commonly worsens bunion pain.
Learn about BunionsAnkle Instability
high matchThe 928v3 is a motion control walking shoe with a rigid ROLLBAR and firm heel counter for maximum stability. Its wide base and ROLLBAR post make it ideal for older adults or those with severe ankle instability who need maximum structural support for daily walking.
Learn about Ankle InstabilityPosterior Tibial Tendinitis
high matchThe 928v3 is the closest thing to a clinical prescription in over-the-counter footwear for PTTD. The ROLLBAR posts directly against excessive pronation - the exact mechanical failure the posterior tibial tendon is struggling to control. APMA accepted. Motion control walking shoe built for this condition.
Learn about Posterior Tibial TendinitisTailor's Bunion (Bunionette)
high matchThe SL-2 last provides a deeper, wider toe box and higher instep than standard lasts, available up to 6E extra-extra-wide. which is the widest width selection in the catalog. The wide forefoot accommodates the fifth metatarsal prominence without lateral compression. ROLLBAR motion control adds stability for walkers. APMA accepted.
Learn about Tailor's Bunion (Bunionette)Wide Feet
high matchROLLBAR motion control on a straight last with 2E and 4E width options. Wide toe box designed specifically for bunions and foot deformities that frequently accompany wide feet. Orthotic-friendly removable footbed. APMA accepted.
Learn about Wide Feet
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