For many people, the right shoe can be the difference between having foot pain and walking comfortably through the day.
The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) has a program that applies a Seal of Approval to products including shoes, inserts, and other foot care products. You can explore a comprehensive list here.
For the majority of patients with chronic foot pain, or for those who have had surgery on their foot or ankle, I typically recommend that they spend the majority of their time in a well-fitted, supportive running shoe. Barefoot walking, particularly on hard surfaces like tile floors, should be avoided.